Laurie “Lou” Dale Melin

46 Responses

1. I was so sorry to hear of Lou’s passing. Lou was a good friend and fellow racer. Lou was one of those rare persons that you meet and never forget. I haven’t see Lou for a number of years but my memories of him are just as fresh as if it was yesterday. My deepest sympathy to all of Lou’s family.

2. Dear Dale and Joyce
   We are so sorry for what has happened to Lou (Laurie) I could never make that change in my mind. I will always remember the memories he created while I was babysitting him. He will never be forgotten. Our thoughts are with you.
   Patty and Mike

3. To have Lou leave us so suddenly was a shock. To watch how Lou grew into the man he became was an honor. I knew Lou through Demo Racing at Western Speedway. He drove with finesse. Many thought that Lou wasn’t “hitting to pass” – perhaps it wasn’t the destruction that some had in mind but there was rubbing and well…rubbing is racing. He was young then – jet black hair, the grey wool shirt and a big toothy grin. I remember the flat black Monte….the Roach. That old car lasted six or seven seasons. Time went by and Lou’s direction changed. He had a young family and he loved them. Built a new home, became interested in other hobbies. Lou lived life to the fullest. The last time that I saw him was at Samantha and Rich’s wedding. We had placed cameras on every table when my great-nieces were collecting them, they noticed that some of the cameras still had shots left. So they decided to use them up….on Lou. They too fell in love with this great big bear of a man.

   I will miss Lou. Didn’t see or hear about him for months at a time but I knew that he was out there. I will now wait to see him on the other side. He was a pleasure to know and one of my heroes.

4. Dear Michelle, Mike and Mitch. My heart aches for you all, and I know he will be missed – forever.

   I can only think that GOD must had needed a good mechanic in heaven to help him fix our world.

5. Michelle Mike Mitchell Dale Joyce
   I am so sorry to hear about Lue. Hes been a friend for over 30 years. I still cant beleive that hes gone.My thoughts are with you all. Dee.

6. We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this difficult time. No parent should have to bury their children.

   Jim, Rose & Elizabeth Gallacher

7. We were shocked and saddened to hear about Lou’s death. It is never easy to lose a child no matter what age they are. You are all in my thoughts & prayers at this difficult time.

   The Gallachers

8. I met Lou when my son, Chris Hughes came to work at Canadian Tire 9 years ago. Lou became one of Chris’ best friends and he extended that friendship to me. Lou always had a smile and reassuring words when I came with my broken car. He is irreplaceable and I will miss his happy demeanor and kind words. I am sorry for you to loose a wonderful husband and father. Please know that he will be sorely missed by many, many friends also.

9. Uncle Dale and Aunt Joyce….
   Words can not express how sorry I am…. I love you both.. I only wish we could have spent more time together but we only think of these things when something tragic happens to us or someone we care about. My thoughts are with you at this time. Take care of each other.. hope to see you next time I am in Victoria…Sorry I am unable to be there with you all but my prayers are with you all…..
   Love Mia

10. Dale, Joyce and family,
    I was so shoked to hear of Lou’s passing. He was such a vital and outgoing young man when I knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take good care.

    Stu