**Updated** Attack Mourn the Loss of Former Fan Club President Helen Lewis
It is with great sadness that the Owen Sound Attack announce the loss of long-time Attack Pak Fan Club President Helen Lewis, who passed away on Monday, while listening to the teams’ game in North Bay.
Helen was a huge junior hockey fan serving as the Fan Club President for both the Owen Sound Platers and the Owen Sound Attack for 27 years, from 1991 to 2018, when a medical condition made it extremely difficult to continue. Through those years Helen worked tirelessly with the support of the Attack Pak board to run bus trips to away games, and raise money for player gifts through game night draws and donations, something the organization will forever be indebted to her for. Since 2018, Helen has remained an active fan of the Attack and supporter of the fan club, attending as many Attack home games as she could, including this past Saturday nights 5-3 win over the North Bay Battalion.
“Helen Lewis will be missed by everyone who is associated, in any way, with the Owen Sound Attack Hockey Club, including the ownership group, the team staff, coaches, players and fans at the Bayshore Community Centre” said Attack President, Dr. Bob Severs. “Helen’s work and organization was instrumental in making the Attack’s fan club amongst the best in the CHL and she was a tireless supporter of the young men who have worn our jersey over the years. The franchise send its thoughts and support to Brian and the Attack Pak family at this difficult time.”
“It was sad to hear of Helen’s passing today. My thoughts and prayers go out to Brian and their family and friends” said Attack General Manager, Dale DeGray. “On behalf of the Attack organization, I would like to thank Helen for the countless hours she spent organizing and support the team. Helen will be missed by many, especially those around the Attack organization. Rest in Peace Helen.”
The team will hold a moment of silence prior to their Wednesday game against the Barrie Colts. A visitation will be held at Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, 250 14th St. W., Owen Sound, 519-376-7492, on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service to celebrate Helen’s life will be held at the funeral home on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 11 a.m. For those unable to attend in person, the service will be livestreamed. Interment will take place in Hillcrest Cemetery followed by a reception at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 383, 86 River St., Tara.
Full Obituary: https://www.woodfuneralhome.ca/obituaries/Helen-Lewis?obId=45898535
