Lou Trudel
Lou Trudel passed away peacefully on Monday, December 6, 2021 at the age of 93 years at Extendicare Moose Jaw. Lou was born at St. Malo, MB on August 15, 1928. He is predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Cleóphee Trudel; older sister, Denise (Paul); brothers, Johnny (Theresa), Rodger (Leona), Gilbert (Helen), Richard, Réne and Marcel (Claire). Lou will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Anna of 70 years; daughter, Carol (Bill) McCreary and sons, Laverne (Val) Trudel and Dwayne (Sheena) Trudel. He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren: Daniel, Aaron, Jason and Michelle, as well as his seven great grandchildren: Tahlor, Taisley, Colton, Anna, Silas, Crue and Archie. Sisters, Murial (Barney) and Claudette (John) and brothers, Guy, Raymond (Yolande) and Riel (Janette) as well as many nieces and nephews, friends and family. Lou’s work journey began in Saskatchewan in 1949. He worked on Highway #1 from Herbert to Rush Lake, later settling down in Morse, SK, where he met the love of his life, Anna Gammel. Together they ran the Purity 99 Garage in Morse for 12 years. After they sold the business, Lou went and worked as a heavy duty mechanic with the Herbert School Unit. In 2000 they moved to Moose Jaw, where he finished his work career at the Moose Jaw Co-Op Grocery Store. Due to his health starting to fail, he moved into Extendicare in August 2019. A Celebration of Life to honour Lou will be announced at a later date. Donations in Lou’s memory may be made to The Canadian Diabetes Assoc. 919B Albert St Regina, SK S4R 2P6. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Andrew Pratt Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Anne, Laverne and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. Lou was a quiet, stoic man and of great character and will be greatly missed. I enjoyed all our fishing outings throughout the years.
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the family !
So sorry to hear of your loss. He was such a nice gentleman. Our thoughts are with your family at this time.
Dear Ann, Carol, Laveren and Little Dwayne.
It is with heartfelt sympathy that we grieve the passing of your husband, father and friend “Louie”. We remember our families time together in Morse.
Children of “Diedrich and Beulah Penner”(Linda, Dwayne, Arnold and Maxine)
Sending my sympathy with the passing of Lou. I worked with Lou at the Co-op, he spoke very highly of his family. I am sure you have been left with many wonderful memories.
So sorry to hear of Lou’s passing. Always enjoyed our visits at the MJ Coop when we were in town. Needed to keep busy yes, but he also needed the daily interaction with people. Got to know Louie when he was the school bus mechanic in Herbert. Witty and always kept you on your toes! Was a pleasure to know him. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Ann , Lavern , Carol and Dwayne my heart felt condolences to you all and your families . I will remember him as a heard working , kind hearted and quick witted . He did everything for his family and would help out others in a heart beat . Dad loved his visits with him as well . May you all find peace in each other this Christmas season and know that hugs and love are coming your way .
Sorry to hear of Lou’s passing. I remember the family well from Morse. I’m sure he will be missed by many and you will all have fond memories of your husband & father. Thinking of you. Liz ( Wilson )Kennedy