Obituary of Larry James Fraser O'Donnell

Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospice (London) on Saturday, April 27th, 2019, with family by his side. Born in Petrolia on March 26, 1941, Larry was in his 79th year. Beloved partner of 11 years to Barb Hudson. Dear father of Cheryl (Mike), Cindy and James (Janice). Step-father of Melissa, Candace (Dave), Clive and Jeremy. Dear brother of Sally (Gord), and brother-in-law to Fran, Steve, Dan, Patricia (Mike) and Janet (Kevin). Also loved by his grandchildren: Justin, Payton, Mackenzie and Reilly; by his great-granddaughter, Harmony; and by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, James and Rhea; his brother, Paul; and his sisters, Connie and Deanna. Larry was a proud member of Ironworkers Local 700. He lived life to the fullest and will be missed by all who knew him. To celebrate Larry’s life, friends are invited to a memorial reception being held at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Friday, May 3rd, 2019 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., with remembrances at 7:00 p.m. Special thanks to St. Elizabeth Health Care, the VON, Dr. Khan and to the compassionate staff at St. Joseph’s Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Joseph’s Hospice (London) would be appreciated by the family.