MELVIN (MEL) HAROLD LINDSAY

Condolences & Memories (16 entries)

• Having lost two baby brothers in such a short time, this has really hit me hard. Mel, I remember flashes of the past and sweet emotions when I think of you. Mel, almost losing toes from frostbite (they were really black) because playing hockey in minus 20 plus weather was more important than warm feet. Mel growing 6 inches in 6 weeks while away at cadet camp. He went through at least two pairs of boots and his shirt was halfway up his forearm. So funny. Mel and-his love of oranges until they decided not to love him. Such a beautiful spirit. Mel, soar high and free. Loved and missed. - Posted by: Carolyn Lindsay (Sister-in-law) on: Jun 16, 2019

• Melvin was an unforgettable guy who I had the privilege of knowing since our school days back in McCreary. He was energetic, funny and friendly with a natural charisma. I can remember skating, curling, skiing and playing baseball with him and was always impressed with his abilities. In school, he was one of the top students in our class and we had some friendly competitions on who could get better marks in Math and Physics. Even as a teenager, he already showed his responsible and hard working side as he ran the projectors at the local movie theatre for a number of years. After high school, with our work and family responsibilities we didn’t get the chance to see each other often. However, in the last few years, we were able to reconnect, meeting for lunch more frequently and catching up on what was going on in our lives. Mel talked about his work and the satisfaction that it gave him but he mostly talked about his family and especially his granddaughters. He was obviously very proud of them and he loved being around them. At his service, there were many family, friends and co-workers who attended to honour Mel. It was a fine testament to a man who touched a lot of lives. He will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathies to all his family. - Posted by: Dale Marciski (Friend) on: May 17, 2019

• My older sister Dolores was good friends with Melvin and I was trying to hang out with the “big kids” when they came to our house. There was always a big gang of them and everyone was good to me including Melvin. He also made me feel like I was his little sister too and always treated me with kindness. I admired how so many of my sister’s classmates were such good friends and enjoyed spending time together. Melvin’s kind heart and contagious smile will be missed! - Posted by: Elaine Hepburn (Doucette) (Friend (aka little tag along)) on: May 16, 2019

• I grew up with Melvin in McCreary as well. We all had nicknames and his was Lynx. We played baseball together with Melvin being the left handed pitcher and myself the right. We struck out plenty of batters in our time. Melvin and Karen's dads along with Ivan Harper were the biggest supporters of our baseball team and generously gave us rides to the games as far away as Ebb and Flow on those old dusty gravel roads. There was a group of 5 of us that usually went camping on May long weekends where Melvin would wear those old civil war boots and amaze us with his mud artwork and always be on guard to protect us from bears and whatever wandered near our tents. Melvin was a lot of fun to grow up with and always had a wink and a smile and usually a practical joke or two up his sleeve. He will be sadly missed. My sincerest condolences to Melvin's family. - Posted by: Dennis Merber (Friend) on: May 15, 2019

• It has been almost a week since Melvin’s funeral and I have done a lot of reflecting since then in our time growing up together in McCreary. Melvin was a dear friend that I and a number of friends, spent a lot of time playing tin-can-cricket, tennis, baseball, dodgeball, and many other sports. Melvin’s birthday was exactly a month after mine and in recent years we reconnected and he would tease me about being so much younger than I. One of my fondest memories was when we were 12 years old we won the Centennial King and Queen contest in McCreary. We were so proud, even though it was based on tickets sales and not a popularity contest. Nevertheless, we were 12 and felt like king and queen of the world! A fine man taken way too soon! Rest In Peace, Melvin! - Posted by: Joan (Cantin) Brydges (School friend from McCreary ) on: May 08, 2019

• Our deepest sympathy and love to the family of a dear cousin & friend Melvin. Melvin and I were born the same year six weeks apart and we had a special bond all our lives. We both grew up in McCreary and our families were together on many special occasions. Growing up in a small town we would spend hours playing in the back lane with our many friends, ride our bikes around the “triangle”, play tin can cricket, anti-i-over, play 7-up which was played bouncing a rubber ball, baseball game with whoever showed up, walk down the tracks to the tank where there was a creek to wade in, place pennies on the railway tracks then look for the squished pennies the next day! Saturdays at 5:00 was the Bugs Bunny show which usually meant Mrs Doucette would have an influx of neighbourhood kids in her living room, she was like a second mother to many of us and I remember Melvin honoring her by making the trip to McCreary for the funeral to do just that. Following the Lindsay tradition we played lots of cards - pounce, canasta and crib. I watched wrestling on tv weekly with Uncle Arnold, my dad Fred, Melvin & Stanley! I remember the excitement watching Melvin and Roy McKenzie play hockey. Melvin, Stanley, Roy and David played baseball with the McCreary Eagles coached by Uncle Arnold and won many games. I have so many fond memories of growing up with my dear Cuz! Melvin often spoke of the loss of our very special teacher and friend Mr. Floyd Clark and of course his Dear Mother Rose who he was so close to, we like to think you have reconnected with them Melvin. Mel was so very proud of his family and especially those precious granddaughters and shared many pictures and emails with us! He will be greatly missed! Love you Cuz! Karen & David - Posted by: David & Karen Mozdzen (Karen’s First cousin) on: May 05, 2019

• My utmost deepest sympathy to Melvin's family and all those who loved him. Melvin and I grew up in McCreary and we went from Grade 1 to Grade 12 together. I have so many memories and some regrets of not staying in better touch and never meeting Melvin's children and grandchildren. I have some memories flooding my mind as I think of him. I do remember a skate-a-thon where Melvin and I were the only two left on the rink, I believe we skated continuously until some thing like 2 am and Mr. Fred Trybell kept trying to get us to quit but I was not letting Mel beat me and he wasn't going to let me beat him. Then the field trip to Winnipeg with our science teacher that myself, Melvin, Joan, and David won for having the highest mark in Science in grade 9. Then the practical jokes on our new (fresh out of University) high school teachers, and other not so practical, which landed us in the principle's office, but Melvin took the heat for us, actually Melvin, and David McLeod. I sincerely wished I could be at the funeral with some of our former classmates and friends showing my love and support. I will be thinking of Melvin today... my thoughts and prayers are with all of you there in Winnipeg and especially the family. - Posted by: Carol Turko Quesnel (Classmate from McCreary ) on: May 02, 2019

• My deepest sympathy is being sent to the entire Lindsay Family on this great and sudden loss. While I did not know Mr. Lindsay, I do know his son Marc. We work together and I find Marc to be an honourable and funny man. I am certain he must have "caught this" from his Dad. May memories bring comfort. - Posted by: Laura Furnival (Colleague of son Marc) on: Apr 29, 2019

• Only knowing Mel for a few years, one thing was very clear and that was his undying love for Wendy. Whatever they were up to at the time, Mel had Wendy’s best interest in mind. There was no hesitation if Wendy needed anything, Mel’s actions spoke louder than words and he was there for her when he could be. Having spent numerous occasions in Mel’s presence, I have seen his feelings and passion come out in various conversations and of course the interjection of a well-timed joke or comment just to lighten things up. Quick witted he was, serious when needed, loving always……you will be missed. - Posted by: Steve (Wendy's son in-law) on: Apr 29, 2019

• I was sad to learn of Melvin's passing. I knew him back in my high school days in McCreary. We shared many classes from grades 9 - 12. I always enjoyed his fun-loving spirit and nice personality. One fond memory out of many, involves Mel being my table tennis partner in grade eleven. He was a great player! We each earned a medal and mine has graced my Christmas tree every year since then. It's a bittersweet reminder of an era gone by, and a brief passage of time spent with a wonderful person who will not be forgotten. I wish to extend my heartfelt condolence to Melvin's family. Sincerely, Gaylene Lancaster ( Raymack ) Ottawa, Ontario - Posted by: Gaylene Lancaster (High school friend) on: Apr 28, 2019

• Because we live in TN in the US, I didn't get to spend much time with Mel. However, when I did get together with Mel and Wendy (mostly to golf) I was very impressed with how well he treated my sister and how much fun we had. He was always a pleasure to be around. (Funny and true story). I will never forget the time I hit a really bad shot and my ball went wildly to the right, there was Mel in another golf cart with Wendy telling me not to worry because he saw my golf ball land and it was just ahead and to the right. Once I got to where he directed me, I thanked him for his kean eyes and waited until he got closer to me and then we all bursted into huge laughter!! Mel had directed me to the driving range and there were at least 1,000 golf balls with the "one" that Mel said he saw that belonged to me! I asked him which one was mine? We all starting laughing again. Everytime we met, we laughed about that! I will sure miss him on my next and subsequent visits to Winnipeg!! He was special! I extend my deepest and most sincere sympathies to Wendy and Mel's family! Ken. - Posted by: Ken Carriere (Friend (Wendy's brother)) on: Apr 28, 2019

• I remember Mel as a handsome young man. (I am not certain of the difference in our ages; is the date mentioned correct?) We would pass the family house on our way to school. Fond memories of him and his brothers and sister in the 'good old days'. On behalf of our family, I wish to pass on our blessings and condolences to the Lindsay families, relatives, and friends. - Posted by: Bette (Cantin) (From the good old days- neighbour down the street) on: Apr 27, 2019

• Our condolences to you Jenn, Mike, girls and family. One of the hardest jobs we’ll experience in life, is being a parent and losing one as they are our supports to turn too. May your cherished memories of your Dad “Papa” help ease the burden as you grieve. Xoxo - Posted by: Mandy, Gil and Boys (Friends) on: Apr 27, 2019

• I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss Wendy. - Posted by: Gisele Manaigre (Friend) on: Apr 27, 2019

• Ill never forget the time Mel came over to my parents place for a visit and without warning decided to jump head first into the swimming pool.. unfortunately for him the pool was only 3 feet deep... did we ever laugh 😂. We never let him forget it either ;) Rest in peace Mel, Love you. ♡ - Posted by: Michael (Family) on: Apr 27, 2019

• Mel was always a loving brother but I will always remember him as he was with Marc and Jen and later with his granddaughters. His love for them all was always evident. When I think of Mel I will always remember him on Zoey’s last birthday running around the yard with his water gun spraying all the kids and anyone else he could. In that moment he looked so happy because his family was with him. Mel you were loved and we will all miss you dearly. Marc and Jen you have made your dad so proud and his love for you was without question. - Posted by: Jo-Ann (Sister-in-law) on: Apr 27, 2019