Condolence: May Uncle Lou always be remembered as the strong, handsome, gentle, caring man he was. I remember his steadfast, strong and abiding presence at my side at my mom (Anna's) funeral. I remember his tears and the strength of his hand out to us all. I have such fond memories of him, the old Garay house filled with the love of grandparents and uncles. There has been so much joy despite the sorrows of loss in our family. God bless all who loved him and continue to love him. My heart goes out to everyone, especially all his kids, grandkids and brother, John. Cathy

Condolence: Deepest sympathies. We remember him well. Especially the times he spent with us. Always good there was never a stressful minute when he was around us. May he rest in peace with our heavenly Father.

Condolence: Our condolencces to all the family on the loss of a dear father and grandfather. I worked with Lou at the Highways Dept for 25 years but we also knew Lou and family at Norgate Park,N.Vancouver. So many good memories, goodbye Lou. John & Valerie

Condolence: Dear Uncle Lou,
I want you to know the special place you hold in my heart and the fond memories I hold dear. Growing up, the highlight of my summer was our trips to Squamish and your visits here. In my mind, you were like Santa Claus year-round with a jolly laugh and bags of treats we could only dream of when you weren't around! You letting us have turns shaking the Polaroid pictures, fresh out of the camera so we could watch happy times develop before our eyes - so magical to a child! Summers spent camping, fishing and swimming at Lac le Jeune, roasting marshmallows around the campfire, good times and wonderful memories! I also admire the strength and love you exude, raising five children on your own. I know what a struggle it can be at times being a single parent myself and I only have one but the rewards outweigh the challenges! This is evident in the kind, loving, well-rounded children you have raised! You will be missed but always in our hearts and I take comfort in knowing that one more angel has been added to the ones already watching over us! We are so lucky and blessed! Give my love to everyone! I love you!
Darlene

Condolence: Dear Uncle Lou,
It was just two weeks ago, a crisp day, the smell of fall was in the air, I was admiring the brilliant colors of the leaves set against a cobalt, blue bird sky. I mentioned to a close friend that it was a carbon copy of the October day that you, Dad and I spent on Dragon lake in Quesnel. It was a magical day, no wind stirred and like one of Aunty Sylvia’s beautiful paintings, the fall colors reflected on the calm surface of the lake, the trout were hungry and rose to the surface easily. We caught and released many large rainbow trout and each and every one of them put up a terrific fight, it was the perfect day. The next few days we spent moose hunting in the Nazko area and you had a terrific chance at a very large bull moose, unfortunately a tree got in the way but it did’nt matter, we were all together making wonderful memories. It’s hard to believe that trip was 25 years ago, it seems like only yesterday. There were many good trips before and after that but this one always stands out in my memory.
Thank you for the stories of your early hunting and fishing trips up north in the Cassiar and Terrace districts and in the Six mile and Sullivan Valley areas around Kamloops when growing up with Dad, Uncle John and Uncle Ed. These stories always caught my attention and filled my young mind with dreams of one day going to these far off places and living similar adventures, which I was eventually able to do, thanks to your inspiration.
Uncle Lou, you lived well and earned your rest. I’m sure that raising five young children on your own was not easy and will be an automatic ticket through those Pearly Gates. It makes me happy to think of you at peace and free of pain, once again in the arms of your true love, Aunty Carol. I like to imagine you meeting up with her and hoisting her up on your shoulder and carrying her around showing her off, just like in that early photo of you two in Terrace. The thought of it makes me smile.
I will miss you but you will live on in my memory and in the telling of the stories and in the memories of all those you touched over the years . Never will a brilliant fall day pass without reminding me of you. Keep the campfire burning, until we meet again.
Love,
Joey

Condolence: Dear Uncle Lou - Thank you so much for being the lovely uncle that you were. Acting tough on the outside but a kind hearted soul. I have so many fond family get togethers that bring back memories of hot summer days in Kamloops when walking on the soft melting tarmac your feet would burn with the heat and you'd ending up running to cool your feet in the green grass. A tent in the backyard @ 142, 4 adults, 11 children, 1 bathroom, lots of coffee and laughter - takeaway food that we would never normally get unless Uncle Lou was visiting, fishing trips, car rides - All was right with the world! May you finally rest in peace - your nine lives are well and truly used up - it's time to join the party - It has moved upstairs with Grandma and Grandpa Garay, sisters Mary and Anne,Aunty Carol, Uncle Harold, Uncle Ed, Aunty Wendy, Uncle Joe, Aunty Marion, cousins James and John Robert. I will miss you dearly.
Lots of Love,
Marianne (Ross/Olivia & Fraser Pettigrew)

Condolence: O dad, what can I say except I love you and I thank you for being strong and teaching me how to be strong and secure in who I am. I will always treasure our last days together. Give mom a hug and a kiss for me .... until we meet again!

Condolence: O dad, what can I say except I love you and I thank you for being strong and teaching me how to be strong and secure in who I am. I will always treasure our last days together. Give mom a hug and a kiss for me .... until we meet again!