Obituary of Melbon Lyle Bellamy
Melbon “Lyle” Bellamy
May 23, 1931 – August 12, 2021
Melbon “Lyle” Bellamy Melbon Lyle Bellamy passed away peacefully in his home on August 12, 2021 at the age of 90 years. Lyle was born prematurely May 23rd, 1931 to parents James and Jennie Bellamy at their home located on Section 7, Township 51, Range 12 in the RM of Spiritwood. His first days were spent in a wooden box set on the open door of the wood stove. At the time they weren’t sure if he would pull thru. Without the benefits of modern medicine his chance of survival was low, but survive he did. Lyle remained an only child until his parents welcomed brothers Fernad April 20th, 1939 and Everett August 16th, 1940. I was told Lyle was often given the task of keeping an eye on his much younger siblings to make sure their shenanigans didn’t get to out of hand. He attended school in Belbutte, Sk. after which he received his Diesel and Auto Mechanic Certificate in December of 1953. In June of 1974 Lyle was given a Fifth Class Engineer Certificate which qualified him to work with high pressure boiler and steam systems. He later went on to get his Instructor in First Aid Certificate. As told to me years ago by my father Fern, the young Bellamy brothers were often invited to the home of Serge and Florence Fournier when they hosted gatherings. Lyle was keen to go, but always insisted one of his brothers go with him. One such occasion both refused to go. Lyle wasn’t happy about it, but decided to go alone. Apparently that was the last time he asked either brother to join him. On November 8th, 1958 Lyle married Serge and Florence’s daughter Aline. The wedding took place in her parents home with his brother Fern and her sister Isabelle as attendants. Lyle and Aline began their married life in their home in Spiritwood where Lyle remained until the day he passed almost 63 years later. Unfortunately their marriage was never blessed with children of their own, but they had a multitude of nieces and nephews, a number of whom they were able to spend much of their time with. Their door was always open to anyone needing a meal or a place to stay. Many will remember Lyle working as a maintenance man at the Spiritwood Hospital and as an E.M.T with Spiritwood Ambulance. When he wasn’t working he was usually tinkering in his shop. If you were ever in his shop you know that everything had a place, and he was meticulously organized.
Lyle could fix just about anything, and he loved working on old trucks and tractors. Even though he didn’t farm for a living he enjoyed growing a small plot of wheat on the Bellamy farm. Lyle had a flour mill which he used to grind his wheat at home on an as needed basis for making homemade brown bread. He also grew a large garden every year, and he would go with Aline picking wild Saskatoons, Blueberries, and strawberries. He was proficient at canning, pickling, and jam making. Growing up I remember breakfast with uncle Lyle always included fried eggs, bacon, brown bread toast, homemade jam, and an adequate amount of teasing. Lyle had a bit of a sweet tooth which Aline often admonished him for. Located in the deep freeze, far below the countless containers of frozen berries was a secret pail of vanilla ice cream which was brought out only on the rare occasion that one found themselves alone with uncle Lyle. Lyle was fond of all animals, but he had a particularly soft spot for his feline friends. For as far back as I am able to remember Lyle has always had two, three, and sometimes four very pampered cats living in his home. After Aline passed his cherished pets provided both company and solace. Lyle was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in the fall of 1958, shortly before he and Aline wed. He was a man of faith who felt compelled to share God’s promises with any who would listen. Throughout their life together Aline and Lyle spent countless hours witnessing and studying the bible with people in the local area, reservations, and surrounding communities. On numerous occasions they welcomed persons learning the bible to stay with them for extended periods. Lyle was a prankster at heart and he loved a good joke. He had a quiet easy going demeanor, and was generally slow to anger. Lyle appreciated the simple things in life. He was never boastful or extravagant. He was a kind and gentle soul, a hard worker, a loving husband, son, brother, uncle, mentor, and friend. He will be missed dearly. “Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal. Love leaves memories that no one can steal” .
A Private Family In Person Service was held on Tuesday August 17, 2021 - 2:00pm at Beau "Lac" Funeral Home, Spiritwood, SK.
Family and friends wishing to send online condolences are welcome to visit www.beaulacfuneralhome.com. A complete obituary will be updated when available. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Beau “Lac” Funeral Home, R. Mark Muir Funeral Director, Spiritwood, SK 306-883-3500.
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