Larry Throsel

The carpenter.  He begins work early, and he works late.  He looks at his plan, and he creates.  He is an artist, shaping his material into a masterpiece.  This masterpiece is a house.  Even better…a home.  He is driven by the smell of fresh wood.  He commands the tools in his hand to work with him to create something special.  Something strong, that will last.  He creates structures that will house newly married couples, sleeping babies, rambunctious children, holiday celebrations, rowdy teenagers and cozy winter nights.  He surveys his masterpieces year after year, wondering how his creations are holding up, always remembering his work.  It gives a carpenter great satisfaction to drive through the countryside admiring his creations, knowing he contributed to the development of his community.   Loving his legacy in the most humble way.

On Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at the age of 86, we lost our patriarch, a former local carpenter, Raymond Lawrence (AKA Larry, Snard) Throsel, a resident of Erie Beach.  He was the son of the late William and Ivabel Throsel.  Larry was supported throughout his life by his ever devoted wife Maxine Throsel, who was not only his partner, but his strength and weapon to battle any health issues that arose.  He was the loving father of five children, Darryl (Penny) Throsel, Dave (Terri) Throsel, Darlene (Chuck) Lactin, Dennis Throsel and Denise Throsel.  He was a proud and caring grandpa of Devon (Emily), Nathan, Jayme (Nathaniel), Jarred, Matthew, Aidan, Jordan and Kailyn.  He is also survived by his sister-in-law Betty Throsel and many extended family members, whom he cherished.

Larry was preceded in death by his brother Bob Throsel, by his sister Betty (Wib) Brown, and by his infant grandson Andrew.

Larry was a master carpenter, working with his father and brother to build many homes in and around the Blenheim area.  He also owned the Wash It carwash on highway 3 for several years.

Though some people may have considered him a quiet soul, he could stun with his quick witted humour and ability to come up with the best one-liners at just the right time!  His reassuring presence, his cheeky grin and his twinkling eyes will be sorely missed at family gatherings.

Cremation has taken place, with a Celebration of Life to follow at a later date in the summer.

We would like to thank Larry’s homecare staff, Christine, Cecilia and MacKenzie from CarePartners for their wonderful care so Larry could remain in his home as long as possible.  A heartfelt thank you goes out to the dedicated staff at the Chatham Kent Health Alliance for their exceptional care of Larry during his final days.  We would also like to thank Marc of the Blenheim Community Funeral Home for his compassion and support not only to our family, but towards the community as a whole.  Donations in memory of Larry can be made to Chatham-Kent Hospice https://chathamkenthospicefoundation.com/donations/, Parkinson Canada https://www.parkinson.ca/, or a charity of your choice.