In Memory Of

Benoit Joseph Lemieux

Apr 3, 1937 - Apr 14, 2025

Service

Friday, May 2, 2025
2:30 pm
Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church
5033 47A Ave.
Sylvan Lake, Alberta
T4S 1G8

Obituary

Ben Lemieux a dedicated entrepreneur and longtime business owner passed away on April 14, 2025 in the Rimbey hospital at the age of 88 after a brave battle with cancer.

Ben was born in Paradise Hill Saskatchewan on April 3, 1937 the 6th of 10 children to Adolphe and Helene Lemieux.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife Lorraine of 41 years, his sons Michael (Athena) Lemieux, David (Robyn) Lemieux, three step daughters Brenda (Rory) Ethier, Tracey McHenry and Michele Broom along with his cherished grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is survived by his three brothers Len Lemieux, Vic (Janet) Lemieux, Roger (Jackie) Lemieux, his sister Bernie (Wendell) McRann, and sister-in-law Jeanne Lemieux. He was predeceased by his parents, his sisters Edna, Lorette, and Cloe’ and brothers Larry Lemieux and Father Claude Lemieux, three brothers-in-law Ray Brunning, Ray Bzdell, and Don Regnier, as well as sister-in-law Isabelle Lemieux.

Throughout his life Ben wore many hats. He began his professional journey in sales later venturing into owning his own furniture and hardware store located in Fort McMurray Alberta in the sixties.
Ben was also a dedicated community leader serving as a President of the Kinsmen Club and was a President of Toastmasters International in previous years.

Never one to settle he then entered into the retail lumber business with his brothers in Saskatchewan and Alberta.
In addition to his work in retail sales Ben along with his wife Lorraine owned and operated numerous restaurant locations in Saskatchewan, British Columbia and Alberta over the years.
Retiring from the hectic restaurant business he then entered into the world of phone book advertising sales a field that was” vital at the time”. Not savvy himself in technology he never took no for an answer and pushed this form of advertising as this is what he knew.
Married in Hawaii Ben and Lorraine shared a love of travel and adventure. Winters in Arizona summers at their cottage on an island in La Ronge Saskatchewan making unforgettable memories with family and friends.
A passionate woodworker Ben found joy in creating with his hands. His workshop was a place of pride filled with the scent of sawdust and the hum of creativity.

Known for his quick wit, kind heart and laughter he will live on in our hearts forever.

Service Details:

Date: Friday May 2, 2025 @ 2:30 p.m.

Location: Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church
5033 47A Ave.
Sylvan Lake, Alberta
T4S 1G8

Condolences

Doug & Vera Edwards :

Ben was a very good friend that will be sadly missed.
We will meet again .

Natalie Langan:

The Man, The Myth, The Legend.
His laugh was truly infectious and his witty banter was matched by his beautiful wife, Lorraine. They are the perfect definition of soulmates.
I was blessed to have meet and worked for Ben and Lorraine at Mustards Restaurant in Red Deer, AB from its Opening to it's closing in 2000. Ben wasn't your typical Boss, he treated his staff like family.
I reconnected with Ben and Lorraine at their home in the fall of 2022, and it felt like coming home. We had a lovely day filled with laughter, a bit of their delicious homemade wine and of course good food.
Many years had past since we had seen one another, but at the same time, it felt like none at all. That is what true friendship feels like.
Ben, You are already greatly missed by everyone who had the pleasure to know you. I hope you know how much I appreciated your trust and confidence in me. Your support and understanding, even when I was a 'darn pain' didn't go unappreciated. Thank you for believing in a pink haired girl from BC that tested your patience from time to time.
Thank you for gifting me one of your beautiful handcrafted wooden bowls. It is a piece of you, that I will be able to cherish forever.
Enjoy this next adventure. XO

Mel Densham:

Ben was a colleague working the southern Alberta area selling phone book advertising.
He was a wonderful guy to be around and quite a salesman.
Boy could he tell stories about his life and background as a an entrepreneur. He gave me a lovely wooden bowl that he hand-carved, which I really appreciated, and will forever cherish. I remember his laugh and good nature.
RIP Ben

Sandra Callihoo:

I’m so sorry to hear Lorraine, Brenda and your entire family. My condolences , my thoughts are with you.

Bernie McRann:

We sure did have lots of good times with your family. Miss you and love for ever..

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