Larry passed away peacefully in Victoria. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Maureen (Clarke). Together they raised 6 sons; 2 from his first marriage, John (Heather) Bradley (Terri); 2 from her first marriage Edward Cox (Len) Patrick Cox and 2 from their marriage David (Jason) and Tom (Alyson). He loved his grandchildren: Katarina, Michael, Ganymede, Simon and Isobel. Larry grew up in Creston BC and was educated in Victoria before becoming a C.A. He worked in Victoria, Edmonton and Calgary and travelled a great deal for business and pleasure. A big thank you for the care he received at Mount St. Mary’s Hospital. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Kathy Purkiss Goldberg
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Charlene Kulla So very sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I have fond memories of our time wih you both during our stay in Victoria. Charlene
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Joan Cook Dear Maureen
I am sending you my thoughts and sympathy. You and Larry had a great life together raising your 6 sons. Keep your memories close.
Joan and Jack
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Diane Dear Maureen and family,
We wanted to pass along our sympathy for the loss of Larry. We had some really fun times and great memories.
We will always remember that he dropped in on us with the boys when they were “in the neighborhood: in Portugal.
Sonny and Diane
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Lana Hudon Dear Maureen and Family,
Our heartfelt condolences to you. Many fond memories of the times we spent together with you both.
Dan and Lana
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Brad Clarke Auntie Maureen.
I want to pass on my and my family’s condolences on Larry’s passing. Larry was always wonderful, kind and generous to me.
I loved his absurd sense of humor. I specifically remember the bit about the photo of an empty field that was “the high school that isn’t there anymore because it burned down.”
I also fondly remember his love of children. My earliest memory of Larry is Pam’s wedding, watching him get down on the floor to play with Duane Filgate. Years later, we came to visit you and he did the same thing with my daughter Gillian.
I will miss Larry very much.
Love,
Brad, Brenda, Gill and Nick.
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Terry Barker and Deborah Walker Dear Maureen,
We’re thinking of you and remembering Larry with affection.
Though we didn’t meet often, we thoroughly enjoyed our times with you.
We hope you’re finding comfort through the support of loved ones.
Take good care.
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Lani and Dennis Caldwell Our sincerest condolences to Maureen and family.
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Arlene Joan Switzer Auntie Maureen, and family:
We are all saddened by the death of our Uncle Larry. He was a wonderful Uncle to the many Clarke nieces and nephews he “inherited”, myself included.
My heart is broken for you Auntie, as you’ve now joined the “Widow” club that none of us widows ever wanted membership in.
Sending you love, strength, and BIG hugs during this very sad time…
May Uncle Larry Rest in Peace Eternal, where there is no pain, no suffering, no sorrow. Love to you all,
Arlene
Tim, Daphnie and Aspyn
Marlee and Scott.
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Bruce and Barbara Housser Dear Maureen: our sympathies. Larry was a good guy, We’re thinking of you.
Dear Maureen and family,
The family of Bud and Bettylou Purkiss extend their deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Larry.
He will be greatly missed and our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Larry, Maureen, Bud and Bettylou enjoyed a wonderful friendship and some happy travel adventures together.
May he rest in peace.