Andy Holmes

The family of ANDY is deeply saddened to announce his passing on August 10th at the age of 84 years. Andy was predeceased by his beloved wife, Dorothy and brothers Neil and Ross. He is survived by his children Ken (Judy) Holmes, Janet (Gary) Savage and Patti Leeb (Dan); grandchildren Brandi, Jennifer, Crystal, Jeffrey, Jayson, Jessie, Samantha, Brett and Taylor; great-grandchild Dylan.

Andy's years of public service included serving in the Navy during WW II, on HMCS Stormont, Field Artillery Reserves, Boy Scouts of Canada including the development of Camp Impeesa and a long service in the Lion's Club International becoming a life member in 2005. After the war, Andy joined his father and brother in Holmes Appliances. At the age of 44, with his wife and 3 small children, he courageously opened Culligan Water Conditioning and developed the water treatment industry in Southern Alberta.

He loved his yearly west coast fishing trips as well as to many other local fishing holes.

Throughout his illness, Andy always kept his sense of humour and his love of people.

The family wishes to thank the staff at St. Michael's Health Centre for their kindness.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, August 14, 2008 at 1PM, at SOUTHMINSTER UNITED CHURCH, 1011-4th Ave. S., Lethbridge, AB with Reverend Sarah Wallace, officiating.