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1950
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LAWRENCE DUNWOODY Obituary
Born on August 2, 1950, in Moncton, New Brunswick, Larry grew up with a deep sense of family and a passion for learning, attending the University of Toronto's Engineering Program before embarking on a successful career in business. It was in Toronto, while in school, that Larry met the love of his life, Cora Spadoni, on a university bus, a chance encounter that would change both of their lives forever.
Larry recently retired from his role as General Manager for National Car Rental and Spadoni Leasing Limited, where he earned the respect and admiration of colleagues and clients alike. His work ethic and commitment to excellence were matched only by his love for his family.
Larry was predeceased by his brother Ken and his sister Margaret. He leaves behind his beloved siblings: Daniel, Greg, Cathy, Anne Marie, George and Richard Dunwoody.
Larry and his wife Cora shared many adventures over their 54 years of marriage, travelling to Ireland and spending time in Aruba, their favourite destination.
Above all, Larry was a devoted father and grandfather. He is lovingly remembered by his children Michele (Dave), Julie-Ann (Mickael), Danielle (Stephen), and Michael (Jacqueline) and his cherished grandchildren Megan, Kayla, Jackson, Emma, Isabella, Anna and Lily.
A funeral Mass will be held at St. Dominic's Catholic Church on Tuesday, February 11th at 11am. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in recognition of the exceptional care Larry received during his final days. Arrangements entrusted to the Blake Funeral Chapel, 200 May Street S.
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Brenda Birch
February 12, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. May the good Lord take you in his arms and help you along the path ahead. God bless you and your family. Take care Cora.
Andy and Heather Schooler
February 11, 2025
To Cora and the Dunwoody/Spadoni family .... Our deepest sympathy... he will be missed but remembered fondly
Brenda Lalonde Finner
February 10, 2025
Sending my deepest condolences Cora to you & your family. I have fond memories of you & Larry during your early years together. You are all in my thoughts & prayers.
Kevin and Carol
February 8, 2025
Cora, Michelle, Julie Anne, Danielle, Michael and families. We are so very saddened to hear of Larry´s sudden death. You are in our thoughts and we will be thinking of you all, especially on Tuesday.
Kevin and Carol
Lenore Campbell Mallais
February 8, 2025
Oh Cora. I am sorry to hear of your husbands passing.
You are a part of my good memories of growing up in Schreiber. I hope life has been kind to you
Danny, Jody and family
February 8, 2025
Cora and Family, our heartfelt condolences to you. So unexpected and difficult to accept. Hoping you find comfort in knowing you are in the thoughts of many who care.
Cebrario Family
February 7, 2025
Our Deepest Condolances Cora and Family.Very sad news.You are in our thoughts and prayers,through this difficult time.God Bless
Anna Fummerton and Mike Flanigan
February 7, 2025
Thinking of you all and sending love and sincere condolences your way! Such a great loss!
John & Sylvia Stortini
February 7, 2025
Cora & family
Our sincere sympathy. Such sad news
John & Sylvia
Maxine Holland-Rolland
February 7, 2025
I was very sad to hear of Larry's passing. He was a devoted husband and father, as well as a man of faith. I have fond memories working with Larry at Spadoni's in Schreiber.
To Cora, Michele, Julie-Ann, Danielle, Michael and their family, as well as the Dunwoody and Spadoni families, our Deepest Sympathy and hearfelt condolences. May he rest in peace.
Darren, Maxine (Holland) and Kayla Maria Rolland
Ottawa, Ontario
Chris Baker
February 7, 2025
Our sincere condolences to all of Larry's family . I met Larry in the early 90's through business and we grew to be friends . I always looked up to him because of his endless knowledge and kindness . Larry will be deeply missed and thought of daily by all who knew and loved him. May God bless you Larry and you will always be in our thoughts forever. Chris and Judy Baker
Angela Wintermute
February 7, 2025
My sincere condolences to Cora, Danielle,Steve and family. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
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