(September 24, 1938 - December 30, 2021). It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our Father. Larry passed away at home at the age of 83. Loving Father to daughters Michelle (Eddy) and Rachel (Vernon). Grandfather of Martti Valitalo and Hailley and Kurtis Poole. Beloved friend and mother to his children, Liz Wilding. Brother to his sister Linda (John), (late George) and brother Brian (Brian). Larry is predeceased by his parents Wesley and Sylvia Wilding.
He will be missed by his nephew Paul and great niece Jasmine, cousins and numerous friends. Larry was an employee at the Sault Star for 47 years and was retired for almost 20 years. He enjoyed his trips to Cuba with the gang, playing bingo and cards and the road trips to Milwaukee for the ball games with his friends.
Family and Friends are invited to Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. E. 705-759-2522) on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Funeral service in the chapel at 1 pm. Covid restrictions apply - masks and social distancing are mandatory, capacity is limited, Mrs. Helen Smith officiating. Friends are invited to view the service online on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 1:00 pm. The service can be viewed anytime up to 90 days. Go to www.funeraweb.tv and select Lawrence’s name to view the service. Interment West Korah cemetery. Memorial donations (payable by cheque or online) to ARCH would be appreciated. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Wilding family.