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Obituary ~ Louis J. Bedard, 1924-2010
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Louis J. Bedard, a long-time resident of High Prairie, passed away April 18, 2010, at the age of 85 years.
Louis was born in Berlin, H.H. in 1924 and spent his youth and early education in Girouxville. His father passed away, then Louis and his two older brothers, sisters, and mother were left to fend for themselves on the farm.
Louis spent a few years farming and breaking land. He joined the army in 1943. He spent a short period in Europe based in England. Upon returning from his army service, he worked on the Alaska Highway, then worked for several small mills in the High Prairie area and also worked for Bissell Bros. sawmills for several winters and building construction in the summer.
Louis decided to go into business trucking in 1956. He bought his first truck and started a long career in trucking hauling gravel and logs in the winter. He took pride in the rigour of long hours trucking. He spent years living in his trailer at camping spots, jobs, and at Robert Lemay’s farm, while at the same time maintaining his equipment. He spent many years nurturing and competing with his nephew Paul Bedard.
His compassionate side revealed itself in his care for his mother in her ailing years and with his sister driving to Peace River. Louis enjoyed social gatherings with family and friends. He also had a good recall of family, friends and knowledge of world affairs.
Of particular importance in later years, were meetings with his friends over coffee, with his coffee drinking buddy Jim. Many of the world problems were solved.
Louis was predeceased by: his parents, Napoleon and Alma (Merrete) Bedard; brother Luc Bedard; sister Helen Lemay.
He will be sadly missed by: his brother, Charles (Marion) Bedard of Surrey, B.C.; sister-in-law Agnes Bedard of Girouxville; nephew Paul Bedard and his wife Agnes of High Prairie; and numerous other nieces and nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Also, his coffee buddies and fellow truckers.
At Uncle Louis’s request, there will be no funeral. Interment will occur at a later date at the Girouxville Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one’s choice or to the High Prairie and District Palliative Care Society.
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