Read – The death occurred at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, January 13, 2022, of Alexander "Balfour" Read, of Summerside, aged 97 years. Born in Summerside, he was the son of the late Bishop and Vera (Carruthers) Read; and step-son of the late Ada Jane Stevenson. Survived by his children Paul (Gayle), Vera (Jerry) Reno and Steven (Laura); 8 grandchildren; and by 13 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his wife Shirley Read; a sister Emma Jane (David) Ingham; and by brothers Deane and Verne Read. Resting at Moase Funeral Home, Summerside. A private family graveside service will take place in Peoples Cemetery, Summerside at a later date. Memorial donations to the Prince County Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.