Allan J. Hudak (1939 - 2020) was born in Lethbridge, Alberta, on March 25, 1939. He died peacefully at his home in Calgary on January 26, 2020. He was predeceased by his wife Lydia and sister Sharon.

At the age of 15, Al became a Soldier Apprentice and was trained for a career in the Ordinance Corps. After serving 28 years of service, he retired in the rank of Master Warrant Officer. After retiring from the Armed Forces, Al spent most of his remaining years as a Rehabilitation Consultant for insurance companies.

Allan was very active in veterans associations including the Calgary Naval Veterans Association, the Royal Alberta United Services Institute, The Naval Museum of Alberta and Branch 264 The Royal Canadian Legion. Allan lived a fulfilling life as a husband, father, step-father, brother, uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather and will be sorely missed by all.