Obituary of Louie Fairchild

Our beautiful Louie passed away peacefully early this morning in his favorite spot, safe, warm and entirely loved. I am grateful that he had the dignified end we had prayed for. He simply, fell asleep.

Louie was one of a kind. I know everyone says that about their dog (and everyone is right!). But, Louie was special. We adopted him in early December 2013 in a random act of providence. My mom saw him on the shelter's Facebook page, called me at 7:30am on a Sunday and Brian and I raced from our apartment in Chadds Ford to Media as fast as we could. We hit every green light on the way. When we arrived, we were second in a line of over 30 people waiting to meet him. The first person met with him for half an hour and I remember thinking that we were not going to get this dog. But then, she came in and said she wasn't ready for a puppy yet. And in that moment, I knew he was ours.

Louie was our first baby. He taught us so much about life, responsibilities, sacrifices. He was a constant in our lives. He was there at our apartment, our townhouse, buying our first home, he watched us become parents when we welcomed both Emilie and Aubrie. He accepted his two frenchie sisters, Sophie and Bella with open arms and never once ceased in his love and devotion to all of his little sisters, human and frenchie.

I don't often share details, and I won't elaborate but Louie absolutely saved my life. He was there for me in my darkest moments. He brought a comfort to my life that I cannot explain. He was my home. I loved everything about him. His beautiful face, his snoring and burping and of course that amazing "Louie smell"

In a way, I owe him all the happiness I have now. He helped me see past the darkness and wait for brighter days. And they did come and it's largely because of him that I am still here to see them. Our family will always have a member missing. I know I'll look and listen for him everyday. I hope I get to see him again. For now, I'll try to be as patient and gentle as he was.

I love you, Louie. Thank you for everything.

May 30, 2013 - March 19, 2025