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Louis POMERANCE Obituary
August 31, 1931 – February 24, 2014
Louis Pomerance, born August 31, 1931 passed away, fully unexpectedly, to the shock and grief of his family and friends on February 24, 2014. A longtime and well-known Calgary resident, Lou and his brother Phil were owners of Western Outfitters Limited, the landmark downtown business founded by their father in 1952 and in operation until 1997. Lou was a devoted member of the Calgary Jewish Community, serving on its board and as B'nal B'rith President. He was also a longtime member of Rotary Club and an active volunteer for a wide range of charitable organizations. Cherished by countless friends and acquaintances, Lou leaves behind his wife Edith of 57 years; his children Allan, Aubrey (Ulrike) and Cheryl; grandchildren Sean, Luke, Jona, Jacob and Fanny; his brother Phil and sister Evelyn (Montreal). Funeral Services will be held at the Beth Tzedec Synagogue (1325 Glenmore Trail S.W.) on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with Interment to follow at Erlton Cemetery. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. Arrangements in care of the CHEVRA KADISHA of CALGARY. Phone 403-244-4717.
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Memories and Condolences
for Louis POMERANCE
28 Entries
Mrs. Joan Juskiw
February 21, 2019
Remembering Lou as a happy, fun loving husband and father.
Dan Balaban
March 19, 2014
My sincere condolences to the entire family. Lou was a very nice, genuine and personable man. I always enjoyed seeing him host the annual BB dinner. His passion and sense of humour will be greatly missed by all.
LESLEY FORTUNA
March 2, 2014
Shock and disbelief were my first thoughts..Edith,Allan,Aubrey and Cheryl you have been in my thoughts everyday.He may be gone but Mr.Pomerance will never be forgotten!
Philip & Carol Hoffer
March 2, 2014
Dear Edith,Cheryl,Allan and Aubrey, We were very sorry to hear about Lou.We always enjoyed coming to Calgary for special events.He will be remembered by all our company when he was at our house for our sons Bar Mitzvah Party.He will be missed very much.He always kept every one in stitches.
Hank Isaak
February 28, 2014
Deepest Sympathies and heart felt condolences to the Pomerance family on the loss of Lou. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hank & Staff
Kingsboro Auto Service
Joan Juskiw
February 28, 2014
i am so terribly sorry to hear such sad news. Lou had such a joy of life. How sad for Edith and her familyh
Joan Juskiw
Evie and Hy Ruckenstein
February 28, 2014
I just spoke to my cousin Evelyn. She is absolutely heart broken by the loss of her beloved brother. Please accept our most sincere condolences at this very sad time.
Evie and Hy Ruckenstein
Christine Sazie-Stewart
February 28, 2014
My sincere condolences to the entire family. When I first moved to Calgary from Montreal in 1981, Western Outfitters was a must-stop. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Mr Pomerance in person, I have heard much about him from Beverly Israel-Ikeman (niece) who was my best friend in high school (Montreal). RIP.
Jim Adams
February 27, 2014
What a shock. Remember so many coffees with Lou and Phil at the then Four Seasons while he was on his way to the bank with his brown paper bag. We would always leave there a little more uplifted by Lou with his wit and humor, sometimes he even bought the coffee! Have now been on the coast for 28 years, but still carry his kindness and thoughtfulness with me. Never forgotten. Condolences to Phil, the family, and all his many friends.
Gus Buziak
February 27, 2014
Shalom my friend and may you rest in peace. You were a good man and will be missed by many who had the privilege of knowing you. My deepest condolence to Edith and family and to bother Phil.
February 27, 2014
Dear Pomerance Family
We are heart broken to hear the news. Lou has been a beloved colleague and a wonderful friend. We will miss him.
Please accept our sincere condolences
The Guichon Family
Bev and Mickey Davids
February 27, 2014
We send the family our deepest sympathies. Lou was always so pleasant and friendly with such a good sense of humor. We enjoyed seeing him at shul or Trinity
Vic Saver
February 27, 2014
I remember fondly have coffee with Louis at Ricky's early in the mornings. I am thankful for the many great memories we shared over the years. I feel fortunate to have known Louis and thankful for the times we did have together.
Sorry for your loss.
Cherish the memories!
Retired Calgary Firefighter
February 27, 2014
Dear Edyth,
We are truly sorry to hear of Lou's sudden passing. I can only echo many of the comments previously made. I'll recall his immense smile and humour everytime I slip on my boots.
Morris & Janna Bleviss, Victoria, BC
Vicky Steele (Saunders)
February 27, 2014
I'm very sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are for you and your family.
Brian Girvitz
February 27, 2014
My condolences to the entire Pomerance family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ken Gutman
February 27, 2014
Dear Mrs. Pomerance, Cheryl, Allan and Aubrey. I was shocked to hear of Lou's passing from my parents. I always remember Donald Duck when we use to visit the store downtown and it always made me laugh. I vaguely remember my first pair of cowboy boots which Lou measured me up for, so I am told, but I do remember purchasing my last stetson which I still have today and will always remember him when I wear it. May Lou's memory be for a blessing.
Sydney Dubisky
February 27, 2014
Edith My deepest condolence on Lou's passing
Jill Steeves
February 27, 2014
My thoughts are with you and your family, I am going to miss his visits for coffee, over 25 years he always had a smile, something kind to say to me, always made me smile when he would tell me who I reminded him of. It was my pleasure to have known him.
Gord Gillies
February 27, 2014
I think we can consider ourselves lucky if we have 2 or 3 people in our lives who always, always make us smile. Lou was one of those people for me. Sweet, kind, funny - a real character. Genuinely, wonderful to be around.
Like so many, I mourn the passing of a great man. May his family find comfort in the days ahead by remembering a life well lived, well shared. God bless.
John Beatty
February 27, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. Lou never failed to bring a smile and often a laugh to those around him, and will be sorely missed by his Rotary Family.
Franklina Shoham
February 27, 2014
Dear Edith,
My thoughts are with you. Please accept my deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow.
February 27, 2014
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to you Edith, and the family on your loss.
Brenda and Jack Dichter
February 27, 2014
Lou was a wonderful kind man. I will truly miss all his visits to the B'nai Brith office, his smile and his sense of humour. My deepest sympanthies to his family on this tragic loss.
Rhona Kocsis
Margaret Ann Depalme
February 27, 2014
"Lou, you brought so much joy, laughter and inspiration to all those lives you touched. The world is most definitely a better place for having had you in it.."
Celebrating Life with good friends
Natalie Levitt
February 27, 2014
You were an amazing man full of kindness and joy. You made so many people laugh and I will remember you with a smile on your face and tears of laughter in my eyes.
May comfort come to your family and may your memory be a blessing. Lou Pomerance Z´L¨
dana gutman
February 27, 2014
Dear Mrs. Pomerance,
I have been living in Toronto for nearly 32 years and yet Toronto is still not ‘home'. When I close my eyes and picture places and think of memories there is no doubt that Calgary will always be home to me. One of those memories is the ‘Donald Duck man'. How I loved when Mr. Pomerance did Donald Duck. Over the years, whenever I would see him, I would beg him to do “Donald Duck” and he graciously always did.
I'm going to be fifty years old soon. I can close my eyes and see him doing Donald Duck like it was yesterday. Some things touch us and never leave.
Dana Gutman
Tammy Truman
February 27, 2014
Im so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Lou. Our Rotary lunches were always so special when Lou was in attendance. I loved his sense of humour and his infectious smile. He will truly be missed.
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