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Larry Matson

In Memorial

Matson: Robert Ira Lawrence “Larry”.
Suddenly, at his home in Alliston, on Tuesday November 13, 2018. Larry Matson, in his 80th year, beloved husband of Ruth (Hastings). Loving father of Steve (Sandy), Mark (Teresa) and Janice (Randy) Gracey. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Kyle (Olivia), Melanie, Mac, Tyler, Mitch, Josh, Brook and his great-grand daughter Zoey. Dear brother of Shirley (Dawson) Aitchison, and Lois (Jack Burnside), (late Ken) Archibald.
The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Saturday November 17th, 2018 from 10:00 am until time of Memorial Service, in the chapel, at 12:00 noon. Donations in Larry’s memory to Matthews House Hospice or to Rich Hill United Church would be appreciated by the family. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com

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  1. Don & Kathy Mitchell says

    November 27, 2018 at 6:36 am

    Dear Ruth and family, We are so sorry to hear of Larry’s sudden passing.
    He was always like a gentle giant to me. So loving and kind. He will be very missed. Know that we are praying for you and your family during this very difficult time
    Love Kathy & Don

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  2. Peter and Karen Harvey says

    November 25, 2018 at 5:23 pm

    So Sorry to here of Larry’s Passing. Our sincere Condolences Peter and Karen

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  3. Scott and Silvia McMillan says

    November 21, 2018 at 11:04 pm

    So sorry for your loss, Ruth and family. Sending our deepest condolences.

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  4. Dave Cober says

    November 21, 2018 at 12:39 pm

    Mark, Steve & Janice, sorry for your loss.

    Dave Cober

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  5. Peter & Anna Lisa Wienecke says

    November 21, 2018 at 11:09 am

    With great sadness did we hear about Larry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. We will remember him dearly.
    Peter & Anna Lisa & everyone at Dunkerron Elevators

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  6. Eric and Edith McDonald says

    November 20, 2018 at 10:43 am

    With caring thoughts of sympathy.Everything that made him the love of your life will live on in your heart to keep him close to you.

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  7. Marnie and Murray Stewart says

    November 19, 2018 at 10:16 pm

    I just learned from Roy Westlake today (Nov,19) Sorry for your loss.My Mother was Jennie Stewart, daughter of John Matson.
    Our sincere condolences,Marnie and Murray Stewart,Bolton Your list of comments is a remarkable tribute. MS

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  8. Evelyn Elmer and John Wiederhold says

    November 19, 2018 at 10:38 am

    Ruth and Family- Our thoughts are with you at this saddest of times.

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  9. Lois Saunders says

    November 19, 2018 at 9:24 am

    Dear Ruth & Family
    My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time. Larry was a kind and caring person who will be missed

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  10. marc ronan says

    November 19, 2018 at 7:55 am

    Our deepest sympathy to Ruth and family on Larry’s passing. A wonderful man and example to all. Marc Ronan and the Ronan Family

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  11. Peggy Segien says

    November 18, 2018 at 9:07 pm

    Ruth and family, so very sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Larry. Just know I’m thinking of you and praying for strength for all. Larry was such a nice, kind man and will he missed by all.RIP dear Larry.

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  12. Bob & Julie says

    November 18, 2018 at 12:25 am

    So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing.

    Bob Eagan

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  13. Heather Vanderburg nee Stirling says

    November 17, 2018 at 9:06 pm

    Dear Ruth and family …. My Deepest Sympathies to you on the passing of dear Larry !! Sincerely Heather and family.

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  14. Lorna Simpson says

    November 17, 2018 at 11:57 am

    Dear Ruth & Family words cannot express how I feel on Larry’s passing. Thinking of you all at this sad time. My condolence & sympathy He will be missed but is now resting in peace.

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  15. David Gardhouse says

    November 17, 2018 at 10:51 am

    Our deepest sympathy to you and your family

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  16. John Stelmachowicz says

    November 17, 2018 at 10:26 am

    Janice and family. So sorry to hear about the passing of your dad.

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  17. Jim DeMaria says

    November 17, 2018 at 8:51 am

    I’m so sorry.My condolences to you and the family.Ruth and Larry you been amazing to have for neighbors for all these years. I’m sure going to miss Larry.He was always so enjoyable to talk too. May he R.I.P

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  18. Hank & Betty Lou Vanderpost says

    November 17, 2018 at 8:34 am

    Dear Ruth and Family:
    We send our deepest sympathy at this very sad time. May your great memories surround you with love and prayers.
    Hank & Betty Lou Vanderpost

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  19. Chris and Lisa McGuire says

    November 17, 2018 at 7:30 am

    Heartfelt condolences to the family at this difficult time.

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  20. Gord & Marg Adams says

    November 16, 2018 at 10:34 pm

    Ruth –
    Thinking of you and sending sincere condolences to you and your family. Cherish the many memories you have shared over the years.

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  21. Daryl, Kelly, Ron and Dorothy Goetz says

    November 16, 2018 at 10:28 pm

    Ruth, Steve, Mark, and Janice. Our condolences to you and your family. We will always cherish the fond memories we had as your neighbours in rural Tottenham. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  22. JoAnn & Raymond LeGros says

    November 16, 2018 at 6:32 pm

    Ruth and Family so sorry to hear. Hope all your memories are some comfort to all of you at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Larry was always such a gentleman and lots of fond memories of Florida.

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  23. Lorie Sloan says

    November 16, 2018 at 5:57 pm

    Dear Ruth, my deepest condolences. May you find comfort knowing you are in the hearts and prayers of so many

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  24. Ryan and Heather Archibald says

    November 16, 2018 at 5:00 pm

    It was very upsetting to hear the news of Uncle Larry passing away. Ruth, Shirley, Lois and family we are thinking about you all very much at this hard time for everyone.
    With much love from Ryan, Heather, Bryce and Cameron.

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  25. Linda Baker says

    November 16, 2018 at 3:58 pm

    Dear Ruth & Family, So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. May peace replace heartache for you and family…it is a courageous journey.

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  26. Bev & Larry Hollingshead says

    November 16, 2018 at 11:05 am

    Dear Ruth & Family
    So sorry for your loss of Larry.
    We last saw you and Larry at
    the Schomberg Market Hall in
    August. Our deepest condolences.

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  27. Burnel & Sharon Weir says

    November 16, 2018 at 10:21 am

    So sorry to hear of your loss.

    Reply
  28. Linda Turnbull says

    November 16, 2018 at 8:56 am

    Dear Ruth and Family,
    So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. He was a true gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you .

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  29. Muriel Reynolds (Butch) says

    November 15, 2018 at 8:26 pm

    Dear Ruth and Family,
    My thoughts and sympathy are with you at this time. I enjoyed a nice chat with you both just recently. Thinking of you.

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  30. Elaine Keith Drury says

    November 15, 2018 at 7:19 pm

    We are sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. Your in our prayers

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  31. Evelyn wadden says

    November 15, 2018 at 7:00 pm

    Ruth,sorry to hear of Larry’s passing my condolences to and your family

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  32. Ray and Sandra Somerville says

    November 15, 2018 at 6:46 pm

    Dear Ruth, this news is a total shock since it was only in late August we were speaking to you at Schomberg. We will not be able to attend because during those exact hours we are to help a son with his three little guys, during their swimming lessons, because his wife is working. You and your family will, however, be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless

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  33. Mark&Amy Tomlinson says

    November 15, 2018 at 5:49 pm

    We are so sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers ❤️

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  34. Robert (Bob) and Linda Boak says

    November 15, 2018 at 1:09 pm

    Our condolences to Ruth and Family

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  35. Alan Bray says

    November 15, 2018 at 12:45 pm

    Dear Ruth and family, we were very saddened to hear of Larry’s passing. I’ve known him for 65 years. Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.

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  36. JoanEdwards says

    November 15, 2018 at 11:32 am

    Ruth &family: : So very sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Will bet thinking of you.

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  37. Curtis Archibald & Gabrielle Rivest says

    November 15, 2018 at 10:19 am

    Aunt Ruth, our family sends our deepest condolences to you. Uncle Larry will certainly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

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  38. Martha & Ed Gardhouse says

    November 15, 2018 at 2:28 am

    Dear Ruth & family …. Ed and I were so sorry to hear about Larry’s passing …. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time…

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  39. Lori Mollett says

    November 14, 2018 at 9:07 pm

    Dearest Ruth I’m so very sorry that Larry has passed. It just doesn’t seem right. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Larry was so gentle and calm. He had a wonderful sense of humour. I’m proud he is my godfather.

    Stephen, Mark and Janice, my heart goes out to you and your families. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as well.

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  40. Howard Feaver says

    November 14, 2018 at 9:05 pm

    Ruth so sorry to learn of Larry’s passing he will be missed by all who new him.

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  41. George and jane says

    November 14, 2018 at 7:09 pm

    So sorry to learn of Larry’s passing, we will miss his smile and humor. George and jane

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  42. Scott and Diane Archibald says

    November 14, 2018 at 4:35 pm

    Aunt Ruth, our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Uncle Larry was a wonderful, kind man and he will be missed by us all. Our thoughts are with you all.

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  43. Ken/Joan Matchett says

    November 14, 2018 at 3:59 pm

    Words cannot express how you & your family must be feeling at this sudden loss Ruth.Pls accept our deepest sympathies.

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  44. The Tomlinson Family says

    November 14, 2018 at 2:59 pm

    Dear Ruth, our deepest condolences on the passing of Larry.
    Michele and Ted Tomlinson

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  45. Jim and Shirley Hanrahan says

    November 14, 2018 at 2:16 pm

    Ruth and family,
    We extend our sincere condolences on Larry’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

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  46. Shirley Stonehouse says

    November 14, 2018 at 2:16 pm

    Matson family: Please accept my sincere condolences on Larry’s passing. He will be missed.

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  47. Murray and Grace Tomlinson says

    November 14, 2018 at 2:15 pm

    To Ruth and Family
    Our thoughts are with you at this sad time,Larry was a loving husband, father ,grandfather and greatgrandfather and you will have many memories of goods times shared together.We will miss him also.
    Our deepest sympathy .
    Murray and Grace

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  48. Joanne McPhail says

    November 14, 2018 at 2:14 pm

    Janice and family:
    So very sorry to hear of your loss. I am unfortunately out of town Saturday but I wanted to convey my sympathies. My thoughts are with you…
    Joanne

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  49. Linda Armstrong says

    November 14, 2018 at 11:55 am

    Ruth I know all too well of the shock you have suffered.He was such a gentle -man and didn’t deserve his failing health. Know that many are praying for you and your family to find the strength to get through the next days

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  50. Bill and Helen Bible says

    November 14, 2018 at 10:24 am

    Dear Ruth and Family, We are so saddened to hear of Larry’s passing. We had a lot of great times together with you both and we will sure miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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  51. Howard & Marlene Walker says

    November 14, 2018 at 10:20 am

    Ruth & Family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our condolences to all of you

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  52. Mary Varcoe says

    November 14, 2018 at 10:19 am

    Hi Ruth
    So sorry to hear of your loss. Memories of Rich Hill years ago.
    Mary Varcoe & Family

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  53. Kevin Holmes says

    November 14, 2018 at 9:55 am

    Dear Ruth and Family: We are very saddened to hear of Larry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Kevin Holmes and Family.

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  54. Ian and Barb MacIntosh says

    November 14, 2018 at 8:36 am

    Dear Ruth and family, We are so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing.Our sincere condolences to you. We remember him fondly.

    Ian and Barb MacIntosh

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  55. Bruce and Penny Bishop says

    November 14, 2018 at 7:25 am

    We are saddened to learn of Larry’s passing. Sending heartfelt condolences to all.

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  56. Tony Douglas says

    November 14, 2018 at 12:50 am

    Ruth & family…very sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Sending our sincerest condolences at this difficult time.

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  57. Norm & Mary Lipsett says

    November 14, 2018 at 12:06 am

    So sorry to hear about Larry’s passing our sincere condolences to his family.

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  58. Paul Kavanagh & Mary (O'Hara-Kavanagh) says

    November 13, 2018 at 10:14 pm

    Ruth and Family, our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Dear Husband, Father and Grandad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

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  59. Don & Sharon Wilkie says

    November 13, 2018 at 9:59 pm

    Ruth and family so sad to hear about Larry. A helpfull neighbour in the winter with that huge tractor and snowblower. Always considerate . A real human being=very few like him today

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  60. Gladys Fieldhouse says

    November 13, 2018 at 9:56 pm

    My sympathy Ruth and family. Know a lot of hugs will come your way. It was always nice to share a chat when we’d meet at a community dinner. Bruce treasured the picture of he and Larry at the Woodbridge farm.

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  61. J.J. Paul & Margaret Whiteside says

    November 13, 2018 at 9:53 pm

    Ruth & Family,
    We are so saddened to hear of Larry’s passing. Our condolences to you and all the family members. Larry was such a kind gentlemen who will be truly missed.

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  62. Sharon Hutchins says

    November 13, 2018 at 9:48 pm

    Ruth and family,
    My sincere condolences on your loss of Larry. Cherish the good times and memories.

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  63. Maureen McGoldrick says

    November 13, 2018 at 9:26 pm

    I am so deeply sadden to hear of the passing of Larry. Thinking of all of you during these difficult days ahead. Sending our love and deepest condolences to everyone in the family. R.I.P. Dear Larry. Hugs Mo and Johnathan xoxo

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  64. Tom & Corry Tomlinson says

    November 13, 2018 at 9:14 pm

    Ruth and family,
    Sending our condolences to you during this sad and difficult time.

    Reply
  65. Donna Argent Williams says

    November 13, 2018 at 9:13 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences Ruth and family. Donna Williams

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  66. Perry Angela Turnbull says

    November 13, 2018 at 9:08 pm

    Ruth and Family, So Sorry to hear the passing of Larry,our thoughts are with you all.

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  67. Ailene Mabee says

    November 13, 2018 at 9:07 pm

    Dear Ruth and family We are so saddened to hear of Larry’s passing. Our prayers are with you all.We enjoyed our many times together and had a lot of fun. Will sure miss him.Ailene and Cyril and family

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  68. Alice & Barry Kant says

    November 13, 2018 at 8:57 pm

    Ruth and family. so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Our heart felt condolences and sympathies to all. Remember the good times. A memory from long ago; my parents bought my first bicycle from Larry, a balloon tired job that I used to deliver Toronto Star papers around Tottenham and to deliver groceries from Harvey Simpson’s store.

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  69. Larry & Glenna Gould says

    November 13, 2018 at 8:55 pm

    So very sorry to hear of Larry’s sudden passing. Our condolences

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  70. Norma Graham (Cooper) says

    November 13, 2018 at 8:42 pm

    Sorry to hear of Larry’s passing.

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  71. John and Rhonda Owen says

    November 13, 2018 at 8:37 pm

    Sorry to hear of Larry’s passing Our sympathy to you and your family

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  72. Lorraine Gingerich says

    November 13, 2018 at 8:33 pm

    Dear Ruth and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you all ❤️

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  73. Ken and Jean Meher says

    November 13, 2018 at 8:26 pm

    Dear Ruth Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this most difficult time .

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  74. Brian and Karen Westlake and family says

    November 13, 2018 at 7:52 pm

    Dear Ruth and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. He was a true gentleman always with a kind word and time for a chat he will be missed.

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  75. Greg & Sharon Murphy says

    November 13, 2018 at 7:32 pm

    Our thoughts are with you. Hugs ❤️

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  76. Pamela and Scott Mitchell says

    November 13, 2018 at 7:13 pm

    Sorry to hear of your loss Mark and family.

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  77. Joe and Nancy Blake says

    November 13, 2018 at 7:02 pm

    Our sincere condolences to Larry’s family

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  78. Jackie and Ryan Calhoun says

    November 13, 2018 at 7:00 pm

    Ruth and family sorry to hear about Larry. Sending our deepest condolences.

    Reply
  79. Barbara Ann Gauley says

    November 13, 2018 at 6:44 pm

    Ruth and family.
    So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Larry. My sympathy.

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  80. David Hulse says

    November 13, 2018 at 6:16 pm

    Sorry to hear of Larrys passing.

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  81. Ernie and Daina Wienecke says

    November 13, 2018 at 6:11 pm

    Dear Ruth and family, we were saddened to hear of Larry’s passing!
    Our thoughts are with you all.
    We cherished knowing him and you over the years!

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