Obituary of Stephen Leslie Outhouse

Stephen Leslie Outhouse, 74 of Digby,  passed away on August 20, 2018 in VG Site, QEII, Halifax, with his daughters by his side. Stephen was born in St. John’s, NL to George and Kathleen (Maddox) Outhouse on September 4, 1943.

Stephen was a member of the Canadian Armed Forces during his earlier years then worked in construction. During his time in the Forces, Stephen found an appreciation for woodcarving.  He later became a well-known folk artist with works sold worldwide including being displayed in the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and Ottawa.  He was also a leading member of the Maude Lewis Society in 1984.

Stephen is survived, and will be deeply missed by daughters Catherine Outhouse, Darlene (Tommy) Dodge, Stephanie (Dave) Delaney and Michelle Crouse; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Along with being predeceased by parents George and Kaye, he was predeceased by wife Dianne (Wallage) and granddaughter, Patricia Andrews.

Cremation has taken place and at his request no funeral to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Arrangements have been entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, 34 Coldbrook Village Park Dr., Coldbrook, NS, B4P 1B9 (902-679-2822).