November 20, 1966 – August 12, 2009
Lou was taken from us, suddenly, while enjoying time with his family at Cowichan Lake. Predeceased by Nan, Isabella Fitzpatrick and father in-law Paul Fanning. Lou is lovingly remembered by wife Michelle, sons Mike and Mitchell, parents Dale and Joyce, brother Tim Christy, Kathy, Ashley, and Danielle. His favorite in laws: Jean, Paul, Sean, Teresa, Jim and Molly.
Lou was a hard working mechanic at Canadian Tire, Douglas St. He loved car racing at Western Speedway and riding his Harley with his Buds!
A service to celebrate Lou’s life will be held Friday at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on August 21, 2009 at 2:30 pm
Special thanks to the emergency response team of Cowichan Lake/Youbou.
Flowers gratefully declined. Donations in Lou’s name may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
46 Responses
Dear Michelle, Mitchell and Grandpa Dale,
I was shocked beyond belief to hear of your loss. Life is a gift that doesn’t come with an expiry date. May it bring you comfort to know that although it was a sudden loss there was no suffering. Mitchell be strong buddy, you have very special memories to carry in your heart forever. I wish there was something I could do to ease your pain. Time is the only thing that heals this kind of pain but with the support of all of your family and friends may it be bearable…Sincerely Elise Pastro
Our deepest sympathy to Dale and Joyce and Laurie’s family. Our memories or Laurie’s childhood will always be cherished…Hugs to all, Pamela Vincent, Leanne, Coral, Greg and Ronnie.
Dear Michelle, Mitchell and Mike,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and father. Michelle, no words can take away the pain nor lessen the loss you feel right now but please know that I am here if you need anything at all.
Connie, Eric and Reid
Michelle, I’m so sorry to hear of Lou’s passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Glenn and Trish Colthorpe
Lou was a wonderful guy and a great friend. We will miss him, and we will never forget him. Our hearts go out to all of his family.
We are still in shock on hearing of Lou’s passing. We know we cannot truly share your sorrow but it may help to comfort you to know how very much we care. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you. May your happy memories of Lou be a source of comfort to you now.
With Love,
Scott, Marie , Katelyn, Curtis, Lena and Jonathan
Dale and Joyce,
It’s been many years since we’ve crossed paths and I wish I could be contacting you under better circumstances! Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your son.
Greg Nelson
Michelle & Family,
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss.
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Thinking of you at this time,
Wes & Marsha Goldie
Michelle and Mitch,
We wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and are so saddened to hear of the tragedy and your loss. Our thoughts are with you and all your family.
Mike, Tonya and Tyson Purnell
To Dale Melin and Family.
I heard about Lou’s passing at the Shamrocks Lacrosse game the other night.
I watched Lou race many years at Western Speedway and he was aways a class guy, good racer, ran up front and was one of the guys to beat. Good to see Mike win a Main Event in the Hornets and I hope Mike can keep racing and be a Champion like his dad was.
A friend from Auto Racing, Curling and Lacrosse.