Louie was born in Burke, South Dakota to Leona and Slim Harsin on February 5, 1963. He was the youngest of the six Harsin children. His sisters always said they didn’t need dolls to play with, they had Louie.
Louie first met his lifelong love, Michelle Shutt, in 1978. They met again some years later and married on Oct. 4, 1986 in Gregory. Shortly after their marriage, Louie adopted Michelle’s sons, Scott and Shaun. The joy of his heart, granddaughter Dillyn, was born on March 21, 2004. Louie built “Dilly Bear” a playhouse, complete with running water. He added swings and a pool for her, showering her with his love and attention.
Louie began his working life in 1983 with his brother-in-law, Randy Lyon, in the family bee business. He worked bees from South Dakota to Texas for the next ten years. He then began his own construction business while also working alongside Michelle at the Hipp and Hilltop Theaters. Even while in the hospital, he and Slim made plans for the upcoming show season. Louie truly enjoyed the theater business and working with his dad.
Louie was the best Papa, son, husband and brother that anyone could ask for. He has the best and biggest heart, and would help anyone and everyone.
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