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LARRY GWIAZDA It is with great sadness that we say "farewell" to Larry. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin, and a friend. Larry left peacefully after a long fight with terminal lung disease, on Monday, October 20, 2014 at the St. Boniface Palliative Care Unit. He leaves behind his wife Margaret of forty nine years, sons Bryan (Jennifer and Rylan), Eric (Jacob and Andrew), David (Lisa and Sam); sisters, Wendy, Cheryl and Dawn, brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many many friends. His parents Michael and Joan predeceased him some years ago along with his in-laws, Ella and Pat Askin. Larry retired a proud member of the Canadian Army and Militia. As well as serving Canada, he served Manitoba in various roles in the Emergency Management Organization, and Manitoba Health, Disaster Preparedness. His family and his dog came first but over the years he held many and varied interests. Those being parachuting, scouting, boating, fishing, trains and airplanes. His talents shone through in his projects of wood and pewter. His most recent passion was his carving and hand painting of his Christmas ornaments. His carving knife and paint brush were the last tools to be laid aside. They had been his solace through the difficult days during his long journey. We wish to extend our greatest gratitude to the Palliative Care Team in the Community, the Palliative Care Staff at St. Boniface Palliative Care Unit, the home care workers, our relatives and friends who gave support and caring over the many months and years. Larry's motto he lived by 'till the end, "one day at a time -what will be, will be"... and so it was and will continue to be. Larry, you are loved and will be missed. Memorial service and reception for Larry to be held at: Westwood Community Church 401 Westwood Dr., Monday, October 27, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the St. James 55+ Men's Group. www.chapellawn.ca 885-9715
Publish Date: Oct 24, 2014
LARRY GWIAZDA 1943 - 2014 Larry left peacefully after a long fight with terminal lung disease on Monday, October 20, 2014 at the St. Boniface Palliative Care Unit. A memorial service will take place on Monday, October 27, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Westwood Community Church, 3121 Westwood Drive. A longer notice will follow. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715
Publish Date: Oct 23, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 24, 2014
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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Marg and family: Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time. I'm thankful we had that nice visit in Winnipeg while Larry was still able to chat and laugh. May God grant you His peace and comfort. - Posted by: Eileen and Bob Langman (Eileen (RVH class of Nursing 1965)) on: Nov 30, 2014
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Marg & family, uur thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.Your wonderful memories and faith will be a great asset at this time. God bless you. Love Muriel & Brian - Posted by: Muriel & Brian Leach (Classmate. Of Marg RVH Barrie.Ont) on: Nov 11, 2014
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Dave - El & I are in Mesa - just read on line where your Dad passed away. Please accept our sincere sympathy to you an your family. When we saw the younger picture, we knew it had to be your dad! Cherish all those precious memories. - Posted by: El & Gail Hay (Friends) on: Oct 31, 2014
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, may he rest in peace. - Posted by: The Hay Family (Friends) on: Oct 27, 2014
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It was sad to hear of Larry's passing since he was indeed a generous and helpful friend and respected soldier. I was proud, however, to see the various tributes given about him from so many and varied sources. Facta Non Verba! Clive - Posted by: Major-General (retd) Clive Addy (A comrade in arms) on: Oct 27, 2014
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We offer our condolences to the family with sincerity. Hope you will always remember him with love. Maple leaf drilling crew. - Posted by: Maple leaf drilling ltd (Employer of son David) on: Oct 25, 2014
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We will always cherish the fun times we had with you and Marg camping,dinners and our coffee outings at Tim Hortons.Your presence will be greatly missed and already has been dear friend. - Posted by: Len & Rose Hiebert (friends) on: Oct 24, 2014
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Larry was an intelligent and dedicated leader and organizer; I had the privilege of working with Larry at Emergency Management. My Sympathy to Margaret and his sons for your loss. - Posted by: Harold Clayton (colleauge ) on: Oct 24, 2014
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A leader for the Men's program at the St James Assiniboia 55+ Centre. His style and commitment will always be remembered - thank you Larry. - Posted by: Connie Newman () on: Oct 23, 2014
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Larry and I worked together with the Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization - Training and Education Section. We travelled many miles together to get to locations to train police, fire, ambulance, Municipal Local Authorities etc. Larry was a pretty serious guy on most of these trips but we did have a few lighter moments together... Larry and I collaborated in the development of a Manitoba Emergency Site Management course package as well as a Manitoba Emergency Radio Operators' course. I wish to offer my condolences to his family and the Manitoba emergency services community that will miss him. And I look forward to seeing him in Heaven one day. - Posted by: Joseph Marc Bruyère (Colleague with Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization) on: Oct 23, 2014
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Always enjoyed our visits with Larry and Margaret. Especially the one in July when the boys had such a good visit. Rest in peace Larry, now you can breathe easily - Posted by: Roy and Edie (Uncle) on: Oct 23, 2014
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We will surely miss you dear friend.....you were such a knowledgeable, kind and loving soul. Over the fence advice, sharing thoughts on wood carving, & lots of good laughs together. Rest in peace in the arms of the Lord! God Bless you Margaret! - Posted by: Fred & Carolyn Hill (Friends/neighbours) on: Oct 23, 2014
