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In Memoriam

Canada’s Capital A’s devotes this area of our Web site to those members who have passed away. Several were instrumental in the formation of our club, many attended our events and tours and all contributed much time and effort to make CCA’s what it is today.

Arnold Saunders

President 2011-2012

Arnold Saunders passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 84.

Arnold’s garage was an amazing place with lots of tools and projects on the go. Small engines, Model A and Model T repairs too. No job was too great to try; he was very inventive when it came to repairs. His Fordor had an unusual overdrive that broke, he removed and customized a new gear coupling for it that worked. The next pet project was converting a tall Model T to make it fit in his garage.

Although he was very apprehensive of taking on the President role, he performed
well with many unique and successful efforts such as getting CCA’s featured at a major car show at Rideau Carleton Raceway and to drive around the horse race track.

Al Cooper

President 1999-2000

The Canada’s Capital A’s are saddened to hear of the passing of Al Cooper. He passed away on July 3, 2025,

at 84 years of age.

He found joy in helping fellow enthusiasts rebuild antique cars, bringing smiles to elderly residents in seniors' homes with special rides, and adding charm to local events with the cub’s beautifully restored vehicles.

He was a past president of the Canada’s Capital A’s, rebuilt his 1928 Roadster in his garage in Manotick and was a dear friend to all the members who will be missed.

John Moore

President 2020-2021

John was president of the CCA and totally loved his multiple Ford Model A’s. He entered Canada in 1957 and bought a 1929 Model A Sport Coupe for transport which was stored in many places during his Air Force career. Much later he bought a similar Sport Coupe from a MAOCI member with the thoughts of getting on the road but it turned into more of a learning experience for 10 years. With the help of members, it was prepared for sale. Simultaneously, he had purchased Real Proulx’s Roadster to enjoy driving.

The longtime dream of getting to the original old coupe was also in process, he was proud to know that it was finally being revived.

From Colin Lawson, “A great guy and always ready help and learn. Thank you, John, for your friendship.”

From Dave and Barb Welch, “Josie and John were very close friends. He loved his Ford Model A’s. Dave and John had many long hours talking about their cars. Josie loved the trips in the car and the laughter we all had as friends. He was of the friendliest and kind individual we have ever met.”

Bob Booth

Bob restored his first Model A at 16. He attended the Ontario Forest Technical Training School in Dorset, Ontario to turn his love of the outdoors into a career. In 1975 Bob opened Booth Auto Restoration. He was a highly skilled craftsman, artisan and historian fashioning hot rods and full restorations from what most would consider scrap parts.

Rene Chatelaine (on right ) receives a trophy presented by Nick Nowlton