It is with great Ìýsadness that we announce the passing of Louis Findlay, late of North Battleford, SK, formerly of ÌýRobinhood District, on October 31, 2014 at the age of 91 years. Louis will be lovingly remembered by his sister Alice Wood; brother George Findlay; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Louis is predeceased by his parents; William (Abelson) Findlay and Elsie Findlay; brother Harold (Alice) Neilson; brother William (Helen) Findlay; sister Pearl (Harold) Danskin; brother-in-law Art Wood; nephews Isaac Findlay, Hubert Findlay, Gordon Neilson.Ìý
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EULOGY FOR LOUIS FINDLAYÌý
BY DEAN FINDLAY, NEPHEW
ÌýLouis Alexsander Findlay was born on March 27, 1923 in the RM of Medstead 497. The Findlay family lived on various farms in the Robinhood district before settling on the NE 14-49-16-W3, Lee's present home quarter. It was on this location that Uncle Louis completed his farming career. Education during these years was limited, with Uncle Louis attending Robinhood and Park Bluff schools. His daily life and adventures taught him many lessons. Uncle Louis was a farmer in the Robinhood district for approximately 40 years. He farmed with his mother and brother, Uncle George. Together they raised cattle, pigs, chickens, turkeys, etc, and of course they grain farmed. As with many farmers of this era, everyone worked off the farm to help the family survive. Uncle Louis was no different, working for local farmers, cutting cord wood, etc. In 1984, Uncles Louis and George sold/rented their farm to my brothers, Farley and Lee. They semi-retired, still living on the farm and gardening for many years. Uncle Louis liked to watch hockey games, ball games, curling, etc on TV for entertainment. In his younger years, in winter months, he would curl with Uncle George, Uncle Art, Dad, and other neighbours. Uncle Louis also enjoyed fishing. Attending card parties and community dances was another chance to see all the community. Uncle Louis did not travel far from home, leaving this province only once, to attend the Calgary Stampede with Uncle Art, Auntie Alice, and Uncle George. In 1988, Uncles Louis and George moved to North Battleford where Uncle Louis lived for the rest of his life. They still drove up to the farm for years to check up on it, like many pioneers did when they retired. I would now like to read a quote by Brenda Schoepp, found by my sister Nadine. "My grandfather used to say that once in your life you need a doctor, a lawyer, a policeman, and a preacher, but every day, three times a day, you need a farmer." This sums up Uncle Louis's life as he was a very honest, simple man who kept to himself all his pain and troubles. Uncle Louis was only hospitalized once in his life, his last eleven days. Rest In Peace, Uncle Louis. The Funeral Service to celebrate Louis' life was held on Tuesday, November 4th, 2014 from Third Avenue United Church with Reverend Frances Patterson officiating. Ìý If friends so desire, donations in Louis' memory may be made to the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation, PO Box 1358, North Battleford, S9A 3L8 or to a charity of one's choice. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com. The family placed their trust with the staff Sallows and McDonald - Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford. (306) 445-2418
