Lawrence Robie Manuel
1922-2018
With sadness the family of Lawrence Robie Manuel announce his
passing on July 7th, 2018 at the Veteran’s Health Unit at the age of
96. Born in Dartmouth, NS on May 7, 1922, he was the son of the late
Charles and Helena (Isoner) Manuel.
Lawrence married the love of his life in 1946, Marie Viola
DeCoste and they spent 48 wonderful years together. He missed her
dearly after her passing in November of 1994. He is survived by his
two sons, Keith (Huguette) of Hanwell, Wayne (Paula) of Quispamsis and
one daughter, Glenys (Terry Arsenault) of Hanwell. He also leaves
behind five wonderful grandchildren that he was so proud of, Kimberly,
Dennis, Laura (Jonathan), Jared, Marc and one great granddaughter,
Josephine. Lawrence was the second oldest in his family of
five brothers, Carleton, Milton, Kenneth, Ronnie and Wayborne as well
as three sisters, Glenys, Helen and Betty, all from Nova
Scotia.
Lawrence served on the Halifax light-boats protecting the
Halifax harbour prior to joining the Canadian Army in 1943. He served
overseas with the post WWII German Occupation Forces and peacekeeping.
He was posted across Canada from Sydney to Winnipeg being attached to
various regiments with his final posting to CFB Gagetown. He retired
in 1972 as Sargent with RCEME, having served for 29 years. After
military life, for a short time he worked as a civilian at Base
Gagetown and then at Optical Fashion Manufacturing in
Oromocto. He went on to work with the Sutherland Group of
companies including Toyota/ Honda and Marine Equipment. He enjoyed his
job as company carrier and shuttle driver, meeting numerous people
over the years. He continued to work there for 10 years until his
retirement in 1989.
Known by most as Larry, he was involved in both curling and
bowling over the years. He also spent many long hours in his large
vegetable garden on his property next to the Oromocto River. He stayed
active later in life with senior carpet bowling at the Oromocto Rec
Centre and was a great crib player. All year long he was seen
regularly going for daily walks along the walking trails and in the
neighborhood.
Lawrence was a devoted husband and family man who was always
grateful for the many blessings in his life. As in life he dealt with
his alzheimers with both dignity and grace. He never complained and
was appreciative of all those who helped him along the way. As he is
reunited with Vi, may he now rest in peace.
The family would like to express their appreciation to the
staff of the Gagetown Special Care Home and to the Veteran’s Health
Unit for the care and compassion given to their Dad.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Vincent de
Paul Catholic Church on Thursday, July 12th, 2018 at 11:00 am with Fr.
Paul Bebodu as celebrant. Interment will take place immediately
following in the the adjoining cemetery. In lieu of
visitation, all are welcome to greet the family at a reception, in the
church hall between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm, including those unable to
attend mass. For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, memorial
donations made in Lawrence’s memory can be made to the Alzheimer’s
Society, the Breast Cancer Society or to the charity of the donor’s
choice. Oromocto Funeral Home has been entrusted with the
arrangements.
www.oromoctofh.com
Click here to View Condolences
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Lawrence Robie Manuel 19222018.source
Décès pour la Ville: Fredericton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
