It is with heavy hearts and great pride that we celebrate the life of Louis Lucien Robert Gagnon. Louis passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, at the age of 69 in Edmonton, Alberta. His sense of humor, humility and spirit never waivered during his long brave fight with cancer.
His memory is lived on through his wife of 43 years, Barb. She was truly the love of his life. His sons and their wives; Mike & Rachelle and Adam & Erin, and most importantly his grandchildren; Louis & Ophelia and Otis & Uma. They were his pride and joy.
Louis was predeceased by his parents; Lucien and Mary Gagnon. His younger brother; Robert. His in-laws; Joe and Mary Warawa. His brother in-laws; Bill, Bobby, Kenny, Marvey and Bernie. His sister in-laws; Pat and Sharon. He will be lovingly remembered by his siblings; Bev (Lee), Edgar, Lorne (Tanya), Elwin (Claire), Michelle (John), Lori (Todd) , and his extended family; Gloria, Mae (Peter), Arlene (Harvey), Audrey (Paul), Iris, Margie (Adam), Patsy and Diane.
The family would like to adamantly express our most sincere appreciation to the staff of Pilgrims Hospice for their kind and gentle care of Louis in his final days. Please consider any and all donations in Louis’ name be made to this remarkable facility to continue their approach to the dignified care of loved ones in their final days and the care of their families afterwards.
A celebration of life will take place on Friday, November 3, at 1pm at Edmonton Crematorium and Funeral Home – 6304 Roper Road with a light lunch to follow. The ceremony will be live streamed beginning at 12:55pm. See link below. We would be honored if you were able to come help us celebrate a great man.
Donation Link: https://pilgrimshospice.com/get-involved/make-a-donation/
Livestream Link: https://youtu.be/c1qq7jzY7ks
Our thoughts & prayers are with you and family during this difficult time. Many laughs remembered in the short time we knew Louis.
We already miss him so very much. We are always here to help you Barb and be by your side. Darlene and Daryl
Thank you to the staff for caring for my Uncle and his Family. We shall share some laughs again Uncle Louis, love you.
Sending love and hugs to all of the extended family.
My condolences on the loss of your loved one. May he rest in peace 🙏
Our condolences to the family of a wonderful man. Worked with Louis for many years, he was always in great humor and a pleasure to work with.
Hello, I was an old work associate of Louis, we started on bare mains together and were the first journeyman(plumbers) to get bonus-ed up to Journeymen wages. I remember when Louis and I would listen to older North Western staffers complaining about their jobs, Louis looked at me and said “don’t they know their in heaven”. I don’t know his family, but would like to pass on my condolences anyway. The passing of loved ones is one of the toughest things to handle in this life.
May peace be with you and all your family
So very sorry to hear of Louis passing! Out thoughts and prayers are with all Louis’ family…..😔🙏
I am so sorry to hear of Louis passing and my condolences to his family.I actually trained Louis in meter reading when he started at Northwestern Utilities, and sat across from him for the last 5 years of my work life in the Park.Every day we always shared a good laugh together as he always brightened our days.He certainly was one of my very favourite people at Atco and he will be sorely missed.All my very best to you all.
Our most sincere condolences to you Mike and family on the loss of your Dad and grandfather. Remember all the great moments you shared together and celebrate the beautiful life your Dad enjoyed.
You are in our thoughts.
Myles and Coline Podaima
Louis was fun to be around, at work and play. I shall always remember his great sense of humour, although much of it was at my expense.
My wife Lynda and myself will never forget Louis, gone but never forgotten.
Steve Hill
So sorry to hear of the passing of my old friend Louis. Haven’t seen him in many years but have often thought of him and will always remember him as a handsome, cheeky and always happy guy. RIP and condolences to all his family.
To Louis’ loving family,
Sincere condolences.
It is reassuring to know that Louis was and remains well loved. It could not be otherwise given his gentle love and patience for others. Louis’ smile and infectious humour, laughter and twinkle in his eye will always be remembered and no doubt live on in his children and grandchildren.
Much love,
Lindy and family
Dear Barb and family,
He truly was a great man. I have fond memories from years ago. His smile never changed. He will truly live in in spirit.
With sympathy,
Lillian ( Michelle’s partner in crime )❤️
My condolences to all that have had the pleasure of knowing my uncle Louis. I had the pleasure of not only calling him my uncle but my God Father. He was so good to so many people and cared about everyone. I got to go for a short visit in July and to see the love that he had for my Auntie Barb, his boys and his grandbabies was amazing. Uncle Louis reminded me a lot of my grandpa Gagnon, strong, his sense of humor, his smile, they way he loved people and all his grandchildren and most of all his dirty jokes.
I love you Uncle Louis and may you rest in peace. Please watch over Auntie Barb while she grieves the huge loss of the love of her life and best friend!!
So sorry to hear about Louis passing,RIP, my condolences to the family. Louis and I were parteners the first year we worked at NUL in 1987. We shared so many laughs thru out our careers. One of the best jokes, was we often said we were brothers, all though were not related. We had many people wondering?Louis, I wish lakes that calm, walleye that are large and Fairways that are wide.
So sorry to hear about Louis passing,RIP, my condolences to the family. Louis and I were parteners the first year we worked at NUL in 1987. We shared so many laughs thru out our careers. One of the best jokes, was we often said we were brothers, all though were not related. We had many people wondering?Louis, I wish you lakes that are calm, walleye that are large and Fairways that are wide.
Barb and family:
We are so sorry to hear of Louis’ passing. His sense of humor and infectious laugh will always be remembered. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
I only knew Louis a short time when I worked at the Sherwood Park office until his retirement. I always enjoyed his humour and the character that he was. To this day, I mimic his action when someone talks business at lunch time!!!! My deepest condolences to Louis family 💔
My condolences to the family I’m very sad to hear about a great buddy. He would always tell me were to go and then laugh his ass off. I’m going to miss you Louie. A lot of co-workers will. Rick Detka
My sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of Louis. Really enjoyed working with him. He always a smile and a laugh.
He will be missed.
May Lou rest in peace. He will be greatly missed especially at our family reunions organizing the golf teams.
So so sorry to hear your loss . Condolences to the entire family , thoughts and prayers are with you all . Worked with Louis way back in the day at Spade Const . Good times were had by all . Lots of memories. Vern and Lorna Porter
Very sad, condolences to his family, he was a great man to work with and always fun. RIP good man
So sorry for your loss.
Condolences to you & your family.