It is with profound sadness we announce
the passing of our husband, father, and grandfather,
Lawrence Gillion Capon, on September 2nd,
2022 at home, surrounded by his family, following a courageous battle
with Alzheimer’s. Larry was born in Balder, Manitoba a son
of the late Maurice and Agnes (Trudel) Capon.
A Jack of all trades and avid family
man, he would drop anything to help someone else. The navy
called him east, where, after serving 8 years, he settled in
Springhill to raise his family, finishing his career after 29 years
with Corrections Canada. Being able to spend a long
retirement traveling to Florida every winter with wife, Deanna, where
they spent many happy years.
Larry is survived by his loving wife of
60 years, Deanna (Wilson), three sons, Michael, Kevin, and Mark, and
daughter, Marguerite; seven grandchildren, Christine, Michelle,
Stephanie, Justin, Jessica, Megan, and Ben, as well as 11 great
grandchildren; his sisters, Marge, Mona, and Diane and his brother,
Leon.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased
by his infant daughter, Angela Lynn Capon; his brother Murray, and his
mother and father-in-law, Felix and Ruby (Gouchie)
Wilson.
Deanna and Michelle would like to extend
our sincere thanks, appreciation and gratitude to every single person
who provided care to Lawrence during his lengthy illness, especially
Terri Wilcox and Laura Welsh, and all the lovely ladies with VON
Cumberland; also to our own family for the continuous support you’ve
shown him from day one.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the
A H Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane
Street, Springhill, (902 597 2361). Cremation has taken
place, there will be no service at this time as per Lawrence’s wishes.
A family burial will take place at a later
date.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be
made to the Alzheimer’s Association of NS in his name.
Sharing of memories and condolences may
be sent to the family by visiting Larry’s online memorial at
www.brownsfuneralhome.com or through the A H Brown Funeral Home
Facebook Page.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Lawrence Gillion Larry Capon 1941 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Springhill, Province: Nova Scotia