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
Joyce, Dale, Michelle, Mike, Mitchell, Tim, Kathy, Ashley, Danielle,
No one can know the emotions you are going through. The only thing we can say is we truly feel for you and are here whenever you need us. Time will start to heal your deep loss. Time will never erase the many cherished memories you have of Lou, he was a good son, husband, father, brother, and uncle. Our thoughts are with you.
Love Jewel and Doug
Michelle,
My sincere condolences to you and your family during this very tragic and shocking time. I know your strength will help you during this difficult time.
Yours Truly,
Bruce Ockenden
Lou’s family.Our deepest sympathies to you all on Lou’s sudden passing.Lou was a legend at Western Speedway and a great friend and helper to all he knew.Vince & Tracey.
Dale, Joyce, Tim, Kathy, Michelle and Family,
It is hard to find words to say that might comfort you all at a time like this. May your love for one another give you the strength to move forward with each new day. The love and friendship that was seen and felt today for such a special man known to you as son, brother, brother inlaw, husband, dad, uncle and friend was a true testiment of who Lou was and the effect that he had on others. I am glad to be able to say that I knew him and share in some very fond memories. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Layna (Forster)
To Dale, Joyce and Michelle and family,
My husband and I are saddened to hear of your sudden loss. My son, Tony was a friend of Lou’s and thought very highly of him. Please know we are all thinking of you. Please accept our sincere
condolences.
Jim and Sandy Abbott (aka Sikich)
I was shocked to hear of Lou’s passing as it has been a number of years since i last talked with Lou and even longer since i had the chance to spin him out at the speedway.
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss of a son,husband & father.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Demo Dan
Dear Michelle, Mike, Mitch, Dale & Joyce,
REMEMBERING LOU.
It was with shock & sadness that we learned of Lou’s sudden Passing.
The photo says it all. Happy doing what he did best. On 2 recent occasions, this was Lou expressing his Love & Pride for his family & close knit circle of friends, describing with enthusiasm what a great trip to Disneyland he enjoyed with Michelle, Mitch, Campy, Pealy and the kids. Next up was the time he proudly announced son Mike was racing and the delight he took in relating the goodtimes he and the rest of the “Pit crew” were having, being back at the track. Lou was a man who stood tall and with Lucky in hand ” Did it my way “.
We send our heart felt condolences.
Love,
Don & Trudie
Our heart goes out to you and your family . May you always find the strength and courage to carry you through this difficult time. Always treassure and cherish the good times.
Hugs,
Kevin and Angie
Michelle, Mike and Mitch,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
All our love,
Marie, Morgan and Peter
I worked with Lou at Canadian Tire several years ago. I am sad and shocked to learn that he has passed away. My heart goes out to all his family – I am so very sorry for your loss.
~Kristie