It's with great sadness that the family of Lawrence (Larry) Rodney, share his sudden passing on October 8, 2024, at the age of 79. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 56 years, Mary-Jean (Jean); children: Koryn (Steve) and Taryn; grandchildren: Ashley and Brodie; sisters: Emy & Heather (James) and sister-in-law: Cathryn; nephews Scott and Jim, Evan and Mason; great-niece Tiffany; as well as many relatives and friends.
He was predeceased by his sister Nina Jean, his father Frank, his brother Darcy and his mother Betty.
At the age of 17, Larry left home with a grade 9 education to enlist in RCAF. At age 21, he was allowed to work night shifts and weekends at CFB Trenton, Ontario, so he could return to school and graduate with grade 11 from Trenton high school. When he was posted to CFB Lahr, Germany, he returned to school and graduated with grade 13. He then studied electronics and computer science, via correspondence, with DeVry Tech and completed his studies in person in Toronto when he was posted to CFB Uplands in Ottawa. He left the RCAF and, after 28 years, retired from Xerox Canada as a Systems Analyst.
Celebration of life will be held on November 30th at 11 am at the Manotick United Church, 5567 Manotick Main Street.
A private burial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Larry's honour to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute or any charity of your choice.
Digital Guestbook
Cathy Collyer
Jocelyn Blais Eisenberg
I am saddened to hear about Larry’s sudden passing. I have nothing but great memories of working side by side with him as a systems analyst at Xerox in Ottawa. We had lots of fun times as well, at team offsites. Condolences to his family.
Bibi Chong
Sending my condolences to the family at this difficult time. I worked with Larry at Xerox for over 20 years, very easygoing and kind gentleman. 🙏
Gilles Labelle
I had the honor of working with him. Condolences to the family
Natalie Nesrallah
Sending our deepest condolences to the family.
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you .
Natalie , Joseph , Ava and Sophie Nesrallah
Kathy McCleister
It was an honour to know Larry and to witness his love and dedication for Jean and his family. My sincere condolences to you all. I will remember Larry for his kindness and support and his wonderful sense of humour.
Marnie, Ian, Brody and Sophie
Thinking of you all during difficult time. Hugs 💜
Sandy Duncan
Jean, I am so sorry to hear the news of your loss. My condolences to you and family
Emily Windsor
Extremely sorry for your loss, thinking of you all during this tough time.
Julie Bisdee
Sending our deepest condolences to the family. Remember all the happy and funny memories to help you through this very difficult time. Big hugs.
Julie and Peter Bisdee
Larry and I started at Xerox on the same day. He was a kind, thoughtful, and lovely gentleman. I am so very sorry for your loss.