PARNELL – Lawrence J., 87, of Queens Manor, Liverpool, formerly of Northwest Bay, Queens County, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 8th, 2012 in Queens Manor.
Born in Northwest Bay, he was a son of the late Walter and Phoebe (Gaetz) Parnell.
Lawrence was a gravel truck driver and mechanic for Acadia Construction before joining STENPRO to work in the Engine Fitting Department from where he retired in 1989 as head of the Engine Fitters Department and “Slip Boss”. He was a lobster fisherman for all his life. He loved animals and, while at the Manor, he enjoyed watching and feeding the squirrels and birds. He was known as a grand storyteller and will be missed by his family and friends especially his grandchildren and great grandson.
He is survived by his daughter Lisa of Bridgewater; son Brian (Sharon) of Northwest Bay; grandchildren: B.J. (Ashley) Nickerson; Nancy Jane Nickerson (Kirk Mulock) and Chad Parks. Great grandson Scout Nickerson. His sister Blanche Veinot of Sandy Cove.
He was predeceased by his infant daughter Phoebe; sister Abbie Waters; brothers: Cecil, Robert, Clyde, Irving, Edgar and Wells.
Visitation will be Tuesday, January 10th, 2012 from 7 until 9 p.m. and funeral service will be Wednesday, January 11th, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. both from Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel, Liverpool. Reverend Judy Cross officiating. Burial will be in East Port Medway Community Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Queens Manor, Liverpool or to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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phillip &shirley anthony
to lisa &brian
so sorry to hear of lawrence passing he was a great story teller, and i remember his love of the squirrels, he laughed so hard when i was there and the squirrel was in his house, i was so scared i would not put my feet down on the floor, stood on his chair. take care and remember how he took care of you.
shirley & phillip anthony
mom & dad anthony
To BJ, Ashley & Scout
Rember the fun times with Grampy and take care of each other.
Mom & Dad Anthony
TODD J HANNAM
LISA AND BRIAN AND FAMILY
SO SORRY TO HEAR THE SAD NEWS OF YOUR DADS PASSING MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL DURING THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME
SINCERELY
TODD J HANNAM
Jordan and Bella Oickle
So sorry to hear of the passing of Lawrence, Deepest Sympathy goes out to all of his family and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Corina & Willis Huphman
Lisa & Family, so sorry to hear the loss of your father…thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
fred
Blanche and Family
Sorry to hear about your brother, and uncle to your children. Take care.
Fred and Ruby scobey
Tim McDonald
Brian, Lisa, Blanche and families,
My condolences at your time of sadness and sorrow. May the happy memories you shared with Lawrence help make the days to come a bit easier.
Helen Wentzell & Betty-Jean Colp
Our deepest sympathy to Lawrence’s family. Enjoyed chats with him at the Manor.
irving @ vi mckinnon
To Lisa and family so sorry to hear of your dads passing ,
our condolences to all…
Karen Rhyno
Brian, Lisa and families,
Sincere sympathy to you.. I consider it an honor to have spent time with Lawrence at the Manor these past 4 years. His humor, stories, and tender heart will be missed. Karen and family
Alethia Keating & family
We was so sorry to hear of Lawrence passing away, He spent many , many days at ‘ Mick’s Auto”, when it was on Market St; sharing his many stories, and teasing people. Later he was at the Manor where my dad was , so we kept in touch with him.He looked forward to getting a taste of deer meat,mackerel or fresh kiacks from Tony.He will be greatly missed by family and friends.Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you.
Fred and Connie
Brian,Lisa and families. Sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. We will miss seeing him at Queens Manor. Our prayers are with you all
Fred and Connie
Blanche and families. Sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. Hold on to all happy memories. God Bless
Rose & Stew Mooers
So sorry to hear of Uncle Lawrence’s passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Wishing you comfort in the memories you’ve gathered through the years. God Bless
Rose & Stew
Darlene Henderson
I am so sorry to here of your passing, Queens Manor will not be the same without you,,,,your funny stories and the way u always made me and others laugh ,,,u will be sadley missed.
Lisa and Brian
Sorry to hear of the death of your Dad. I know how much he loved and cared for his children. He was my second cousin from the Lohnes side of the family. My condolences, Doris Lohnes Schnare.
MAXINE & TONY RAFUSE
LISA;BRIAN;BLANCH & FAMILIES.SO SORRY TO HEAR OF LAWRENCES PASSING.WE ARE THINKING OF YOU AT THIS SORROWFUL TIME.MAXINE & TONY RAFUSE.
Bob and Brenda Lohnes
To all of Lawrence’s Family: We were sorry to learn of Lawrence’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. He will surely be missed at the Manor for all his stories.
shirley westhaver
So sorry to.hear of your dads passing.Always enjoyed seeing him in the restaurant.I know you will miss him terribly
Mary & Richard Harris
Rick and I wish to express our deepest condolences on the loss of Uncle Lawrence. We have many memories to treasure when we came to Nova Scotia to visit the family summers.
GOD BLESS UNCLE LAWRENCE
Len Perry
I am very sorry to hear about Lawrence. For me he was a friend, fun and smart guy to work with and a great supplier of first class lobsters. Our sincere condolences and unfortunately we are tied up in Halifax and can not be there.
Thinking of you Lisa and Brian
Len & Nancy Perry
Syd and Denise Parnell
Brian, Lisa and your families. We are sorry to hear of Uncle Lawrence’s passing.
May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hands of God.
Syd & Denise
Peter & Sheila Hannam
Lisa ,Brian , & Family
Sending Our Condolences
Peter & Sheila Hannam
East Port Medway
Shirley & Gordie Neal
We would like to express our sincere sympathy to the family.
It is not an easy road to trod, but God is our refuge and strength and he will carry you through. Be strong in the grace of the Lord.
It is the memories that you will cherish.
Due to circumstances beyond our control, we regret that we will be unable to attend the service. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this time.
It is the memories that you will cherish.
Peggy and Richard Hatt
To Aunt Blanche and family .
We were sorry to hear of your brother Lawrence’s passing ..You are in our thoughts and prayers ..Sincere Sympathy Peggyand Richard Hatt
janie langille trimper
it is with great sadness to hear the passing of lawrence he was a very nice man to talk and laugh with my prayers and thoughts goes out to the family may god be with you now and always god bless you all
Pamela Ditchoff and Phoebe and Willy
Dear family of Lawrence,
I was saddened this morning when Willy and I went to Lawrence’s room and found he was no longer there. In the years I have been visiting the manor with my therapy dogs, Phoebe and Willy, no person has ever been as kind, excited, happy and loving to my dogs as Lawrence. Your video tribute is lovely and a joy to see, to remember this kind, energetic man whose love for his family and his dogs is made so clear. He brightened our lives with each visit.
My sincere sympathy on your loss.