DAVID LOEWEN

Condolences & Memories (10 entries)

• He was not my father. That was David, Pat and Coleen's honour and privilege. I did, however – in being a friend of David's back in the 70's – have the good fortune to know him. Experience him. First hand. What I remember most is that he had a presence to him. A power. Strength. A character that was deep and resounding. When he entered a room or any space that you were occupying at the time, his character quickly and entirely filled that space. He was a man. One that I would admire as long as I knew him. My teenage years were spent mostly in trouble. Mostly of my own making. Sowing my wild oats was not nearly enough to describe my actions growing up at that time in East Kildonan. I was lost. The funny thing is, is that no matter what trouble I was already in or quickly creating for myself, Dave... or Mr. Loewen to me, was always there. As a policeman of course. But so much more. A stern glance and quick wisdom at the ready. Heart. He showed me that I could be more than what I believed I could be and certainly more than I was showing to the world. He changed my life in many ways. All the things a good father should do for their children he did for me, time and time again. But he was not my father. He was just a man, that I truly and utterly respected and admired and I am so sorry for the loss. The light of greatness shines a little dimmer without him. David had sent me a picture of him and his dad once, beer in hand and riding his father's ample shoulders. I envied David for having had such a great man of character in his life. I wish that my father could have been more like him. Every father. But then again I had him in my life and as much as he was just Mr. Loewen to me, that meant more than I could ever express. Love and prayers. Michael Cross (then Fedorwick). - Posted by: Michael (Greatly influenced by him) on: Aug 26, 2017

• As I sit in on mountain side surveying the vast expanse I contemplate much. Chief amongst my thoughts is my beloved Father and dearest Friend, David Loewen. It has been almost a year now since his passing from this temporal life to the commemcement of his new and eternal life in the presence of his Family, Friends and Savour Jesus Christ. I am comforted by the word of God which tells us that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord and that in His presence is fullness of joy. Dad, I think, may be adding something to Heaven with his arrival.. more joy, he sure had a lot of it and always seemed ready to share it with others, he probably still is. To say that he is missed and that there exists not only in my life but in the life of others a void that only he could fill would be an understatement of monumental proportions. He made me better, I think he made not only all of us but the world that he could touch a better place as well. He taught me how to laugh, to honour and to respect, to sacrifice and liberaly give of so much more than money. He was a man of passion and of prayer, he loved God's word and never seemed to sway from his quiet confidence in God or others. He was a coach, the greatest of exhorters... in fact I heard it once said "Big people make other people feel big, little people make other people feel little" ... Dad was the biggest of people. Seldom if ever did I hear him speak derogatoraly of others. He always had my back and the backs of others. To me I could perhaps even say that he was a man whom the world was not worthy of but yet he was here and in varied ways he still is and always will be with each of us in varied ways I would imagine. He taught me much and I think of him often and even find myself talking to him from time to time... if he ever talks back I'll know I'm no longer with any of you here. Thank you all for your love towards my Father and I can assure you, you are all also loved by him. May I aspire to be as he, not perfect but placed, placed into the lives of others to make their load a little lighter and their black and white world more colorful and vibrant. Till we all meet again either here or there... Thank You. Sincerely Yours - David, Son of David. - Posted by: David Lion (Loewen) (Son) on: Jun 07, 2014

• So very sorry to hear of Dave's passing, we found out today at church and just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. You and Dave have always been such an encouragement to us as you were one of those rare couples that really enjoyed each others company. You both have been a wonderful and inspirational encouragement to me especially the last 5 years. Love you both and we will miss Dave very much. I have missed your wonderful warm hugs every Sunday. Sorry that we did not find out till now love you XXXOOO - Posted by: Paul Peters & Janett Stusiak (Friends) on: Sep 08, 2013

• My most vivid memory of Mr. Loewen was the first time hanging out with Pat at her house, (I think we were both around 15). After being introduced he looked me square in the eyes and proceeded to (much to the embarrasment of Pat) question me on whether I was one of Pat's trouble-making friends or a good girl. I think I squeaked out something that sounded like good. Pat let out an exasperated "Dad!" Then he smiled at us and I knew he was teasing. As a teenager I spent quite a bit of time at the Loewen residence and both Mr.and Mrs. Loewen were always kind and welcoming to me. Pat, I will always remember your dad as such a stand up decent man who loved his daughter enough to scare the crap out of her friends. - Posted by: Peggy Sands ((friend of daughter, Pat)) on: Jul 18, 2013

• I always enjoyed dropping by to visit with Mr. Loewen when he was visiting his family in Sarnia, great stories and fantastic memories golfing with him .... "we would look for that lost golf ball for hours". - Posted by: Mark Theoret (Friend) on: Jul 18, 2013

• We were so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We will always remember his smile and conversations and have very fond memories of the wonderful person he was. We enjoyed being neighbours for 23 years. Our heartfelt sympathies to Joyce and family. - Posted by: The Vandenberg's: John, Sharon, Matt, Evan and Laura (Former Neighbours) on: Jul 17, 2013

• Colleen, our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family for your loss. Your father sounds like he made a difference in this world. A remarkable man. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers - Posted by: Mary Kay and Ted Salari (Friends of Daughter, Colleen (Greg)) on: Jul 17, 2013

• A man with a big heart and a big smile. A truly nice person. - Posted by: Menno Zacharias (Co-worker) on: Jul 17, 2013

• Worked with dave in the Winnipeg Police Department (Later Service). We were both in the Choir and always had great times. Dave always knew how important a smile and kindness went and was always happy and smiling. I cherish those moments with a truly great man. - Posted by: Bruce D. McDonald (Friend / Former Co-Worker) on: Jul 17, 2013

• Sorry to learn of Dave's passing. Always enjoyed his company and his excellent stories he would tell from the past. His positive attitude made him alot of fun to be around - Posted by: Ray Wiens (cousin) on: Jul 17, 2013