Lloyd Lewis

It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing

of our father Lloyd Edwin Lewis with family at his side

at the Canmore General Hospital.

Lloyd was born in Canmore to parents Evan and Jean Lewis.

He had a large family including 10 brothers and sisters. He is survived by his Brothers John Lewis, David Lewis and Sister Jean Sampson (Jim). Lloyd is also survived by his wife Marjorie Helen Lewis (nee Lawrence) a marriage of 62 wonderful years, sons Doug Lewis (Dawne) and Norman Lewis (Michele Geals); Grandchildren, Christopher Lewis, Devin Lewis, Melissa Lewis (Nicholas Best), Christa Ruff (Craig Skimmings), Anna Jackson (Shane Briand), Carman Ferris (Khalil); Great Grandchildren Aylah Lewis, Ava Briand, Owen Briand, Ceilidh Ruff, Grady Ruff, Josh Skimmings, Tessa Skimmings, Anika Skimmings, Amirah Ferris and Malek Ferris; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Lloyd lived his whole life under the Three Sisters mountains in Canmore, where he worked in the coal mines both before and

after his service in the Canadian Army. When the mines closed in

Canmore Lloyd went to Lafarge where he worked until his retirement.

When Lloyd was 19 years old, he volunteered for the First Special Service Force also known as the "Black Devils" or "Devil's Brigade". In the later years, the force members were awarded the Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Cross, U.S. Congressional Gold Medal. The last awarded medal was the rank of Knight of the French National Order of the Legion of Honor by the President of the Republic of France.

Lloyd was an avid member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Three Sisters Branch, Canmore, where he served as President for a period of time. In 2015 Lloyd received his 70 year membership pin.

Marjorie and Lloyd were avid dart players and made a tremendous relationship within the Legion Dart Community travelling all across Canada in competitions. They also enjoyed participating in the

Senior Games.

Many a day our father spent fishing around Canmore on the river and lakes with family, relatives and friends. To be in the mountains was his place in life and loved to share it with everyone.

A very special thanks to the Dr. John Michalyshyn, Staff of the Acute Care, Staff of the Golden Eagle View Extended Care at the Canmore General Hospital, as well all the Home Care Nurses that came to the house to care for dad every day. All of these people gave exceptional care and made our Dad's last few days comfortable.

In lieu of flowers, any donations can be made to the Royal Canadian Legion – Three Sisters Branch in the name of Lloyd Lewis.

A Memorial Service was held Friday, January 20, 2017 in

St. Michael's Anglican Church hall, Canmore.

A gathering of friends and family followed at the Three Sisters Branch, Royal Canadian Legion.

A Service of Interment, with Legion Tribute, was held in the

Field of Honor, Canmore Cemetery on Saturday, June 10, 2017.

Services provided by Russ Reynolds and Bow River Funeral Service.