Raymond Huel

Professor Emeritus Dr. Raymond Huel passed away Monday, Sept. 2, at the age of 86. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 59 years, Laureen, his sons Henri (Cara), Charles (Susan), and Rene (Christine), his sister Alice Huel, grandchildren Isabelle, Tristan, Juliana, Anika, and Noah, as well as great-grandson Bo Henry and his yet to arrive sibling, who Raymond would loved to have met.
Huel was a fixture in the University of Lethbridge Department of History for nearly 30 years and one of the key figures in helping shape the liberal education philosophy of the institution. He taught at the University from 1974 to his retirement in 2003, and earned the Speaker Research Medal for his outstanding research work in 2000.
Not only did Raymond make an indelible impression on the University as one of its preeminent faculty members, his legacy was carried on by his three children, Henri (BA '94), Charles (BA '05) and René (BSc '98), who essentially grew up in the University before attending as students and graduating with University of Lethbridge degrees.
Raymond was born in Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan, Sept.14, 1937, and grew up on the south Saskatchewan prairies. Raymond married Laureen in 1965 while continuing his studies at the University of Saskatchewan, Regina. There he obtained his Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and Masters of Arts in History, before moving to Edmonton to obtain his Doctorate of Philosophy in History from the University of Alberta.
The surrounding mountains and prairies were a very special place where Raymond and his family enjoyed photography, skiing, climbing, hiking, and many other activities. The yearly Christmas tree trip will be a special memory to the entire family. As an avid member of the Chinook Outdoor Club and the Alpine Club of Canada, Raymond climbed some of the most iconic peaks in Canada.

Sources:
https://www.ulethbridge.ca/notice/notices/condolence-notice-—-professor-emeritus-dr-raymond-huel
https://cornerstonefuneralhome.com//obituaries/raymond-huel/