Obituary of Lawrence Patrick McGuire

Lawrence (Larry) Patrick McGuire - In his 80th year. Born in Montreal, August 21, 1929 to James Patrick McGuire and Mary McGuire (nee Power). Passed away peacefully amid the care of LHSC staff December 23, 2008. Survived by his loyal and devoted wife of 48 years Betty McGuire (nee Mary Martha Elizabeth Daigle) of Saint John, New Brunswick. Father of Michael McGuire of Toronto, Ontario and Kevin McGuire of London, Ontario. Loving grandfather of Emily McGuire, Natasha McGuire, and Meaghan McGuire. He is survived by 3 brothers and 2 sisters including James McGuire - wife Mary (Kelowna B.C.), Dennis McGuire - wife Margaret (Calgary, AB), Brendan McGuire - wife Pat (Vancouver, B.C.), Maureen McGuire (Vancouver B.C.) and Kathleen (McGuire) and Richard Archambault (Kingston, ON). Visitation will be held at Donohue Funeral Home on December 26th, from 2:00 PM to 4:PM and 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at St. George Roman Catholic Church on Commissioners Road in Byron, Ontario on December 27th, 2008 at 10:00 AM followed by internment at St. Peters cemetery, London. Larry was raised in Montreal, Quebec. His career brought him to work for 35 years with Shell Oil in the east end of Montreal. Nothing brought greater happiness to him than the love of his grandchildren. He adored them. A proud, consistent, and courageous man, he was dearly loved and will be sadly missed. Our eternal gratitude to Dr. Rajgopal, his colleagues, the nursing staff at University Hospital, the CCAC, the medical staff at the LHSC Victoria campus, and the VON. But in particular the family wishes to express their thanks to Dr. Tom Freeman and Dr. Cejic of the Byron Medical Centre who led such a committed and organized effort on Larry's behalf throughout his struggle. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in lieu of flowers will be appreciated.