Arthur Lloyd Harris

Obituary

Passed on

February 8^th 1948 – August 2^nd 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Lloyd Harris with loved ones by his side. Lloyd is survived by his loving wife Beverly, son Keith (Darren), daughter Karen (Scott), grandson’s Dylan (Cole) and Ryan, and great-granddaughter Paisley.

Lloyd was born at the original Grace Hospital in Winnipeg, Manitoba on February 8^th 1948 and was the eldest of seven children born to William and Lillian Harris. Lloyd is survived by his sisters Donna, Diane (Karl), Elaine (Kenneth), Judy (Ben) and brother Gordon (Heather). Brothers-in-law Abe Fuhl, Ted Demenuk and Sister-in-law Rayaline Demenuk. Lloyd was also survived by his loving Aunt Ivy Backman and numerous nieces and nephews.

Lloyd was predeceased by his son Kevin (1993), his parents William and Lillian Harris, his sister Beverly Fuhl,  in-laws Fred and Martha Demenuk, sister-in-laws Dorothy Painchaud, Betty Demenuk, Brother-in-law George Demenuk and nephew Glenn Demenuk.

As, a youngster, Lloyd’s early interest in agriculture was fostered on his Uncle Cliff and Aunty Laufey farm in Clarkleigh Manitoba where he spent many summers milking cows and making hay. It was here where Lloyd recognized the significance of a good work ethic, that continued to guide him throughout his life.

During his teenage years Lloyd participated in Air Cadets, while attending high school at Tech Voc.  Lloyd began training in sheet metal developing skills that would shape his career for decades to come and ever the entrepreneur, he would ride his bike to buy donuts and sell them to his classmates for gas money.

Lloyd maintained a strong work ethic throughout his 50+ year career, being employed by Steel Craft Ventilation, Furnace Man, Rolly’s Transfer, Camco-Redboine Ltd, and ending his career with more than 2 decades at NRG Management as supervisor prior to retiring to his farm in 2016.

On February 1^st, 1969, Lloyd and Beverly were married at Regent Park United Church, living in the St. Vital area for the early years of their marriage. In November 1983, together they decided to start farming in the Stonewall area, this is where 3K farms began.

From humble beginnings, 3K Farms started with a few cows shipping cream to Inwood Creamery and evolved to its current state today as a beef farm.  Lloyd balanced working long hours in sheet metal, while raising his children alongside Beverly. Often, coming home and constructing the many buildings that now make up the homestead.  It was important to him to have their children involved in the daily farm chores, showing them commitment to a job well done.

The family endured the loss of Kevin in 1993, when he passed from heart failure at age 22. Kevin’s passing had a lasting effect on the family. 3K Farms will be remembered with love and affection of a lost son and now to a man who was proud of his family.

Numerous rural activities kept Lloyd busy, the Red Barn was the regular meeting place for the Rockland’s Antique Club, which Lloyd was involved in since 1991 and was club president for the last 14 years, he truly enjoyed the company and camaraderie the club provided. Lloyd will be missed as a driving force within the club, sharing his knowledge of farming equipment to anyone who would lend an ear. Special thanks to all the members, especially long-time friend Bill Fleury.

Lloyd’s Wednesday morning routine included meeting coffee buddies at the Rockwood Motor Inn, often debating world issues and “how to fix them” with much laughter and sarcasm. On Thursday, Lloyd and Bev often played crib at the local legion. Since retirement Lloyd looked forward to spending Friday mornings at Winnipeg Livestock Sales, chatting cattle and farming with the staple buyers’ row in the back.

An animal lover through and through, Lloyd was rarely seen without a dog by his side. His final doggy companion was his beloved corgi, Tucker, who he shared his morning toast with.

He also shared a special bond with his grandson Ryan, spending countless hours, restoring antique tractors together – bringing old machines back to life and preserving a cherished piece of farming history.

Fencing pastures, tending cattle and creating a place where hard work and love for the land were at the heart of daily life. Some of his happiest days were spent along side grandson Dylan, teaching him the rhythms of farming and sharing in the satisfaction of a job well done.

To his family, he was more than a farmer – he was a quite man, a mentor, a storyteller, and a constant source of love and guidance. His legacy lives on in every fence he mended, every life he touched and every lesson he passed down.

We are especially thankful to Cole Anderson for his presence and quick response to Lloyd’s crisis. Amid challenging circumstances, Cole’s actions demonstrated hope, courage and compassion. Your support to Beverly during that difficult time was truly invaluable.

A celebration of life will be held at the Stonewall Legion on August 22^nd 2025 at 11 am. All those in attendance will be acknowledged as honorary pallbearers at Lloyd’s memorial service, which will be officiated by Shirley Williams. All those in attendance are invited to a light lunch, following the memorial service.

We extend our thanks to the paramedics and the Selkirk medical team in addition to Ken Loehmer Funeral Services.

Beverly wishes to extend a further thank you to all the family and friends who have assisted with honouring Lloyd’s life journey.

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