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Larry Brunet
June 18, 1937 - April 9, 2024
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After a brief and courageous battle with cancer, Larry passed away peacefully surrounded by of his family.
He was predeceased by his wife, Doris Brunet and his daughter, Sandy Brunet.
Larry is survived by his daughters, Donna Roman (Harvie) and Diana Petkau (Colin); grandchildren, Andrea Bratton (Jay), Lacey Petkau and Jeffery Petkau (Sam); great-grandchildren, Shayna Bratton (Devon), Matts Bratton (Maddy), Emma and Ainsley Peace, Scarlett and Kane Petkau; numerous sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews as well as his lifelong friends, Dick Flintoff and Bud Fraser.
After a career in the Oil and Gas Industry in Alberta, Doris and Larry moved to Osoyoos in 1979 and bought Lakeview Grocery, he loved helping out the townspeople in our community. The store was the gathering place to visit and to shop especially the candy section. After selling Lakeview Grocery, Larry was proud and honored to work at the Elks Golden Villa for the next 33 years running the maintenance department. No job was too small, he cared so much for all the residents at the Elks Golden Villa.
When Larry wasn’t working, watching Curling, Old Westerns, Reality and Games shows were spent in his favorite easy chair.
Larry loved family dinners together and he looked forward to Thursday dinners spent with Harvie and Colin. He especially enjoyed traveling to Edmonton to visit with all his relatives and dear friends.
Family and friends meant everything to him. We will all miss him dearly.
From all our hearts a special thanks to Dr. Lorraine Kane, The Penticton Regional Hospital, to the incredible and caring doctors, nurses and support staff. You are all unsung hero’s, we can’t say “Thank You” enough.
In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted at the Elks Golden Villa, by cash or cheque in his honour.
As per Larry’s wishes there will only be a private graveside service with family.
Condolences and Tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com
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From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Ltd.
The Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Eileen Varga
Relation: Friend
I was on the Elks Golden Villa board and was very proud to have served alongside Larry. He was the true meaning of a friend, helper and a real gentleman. My sincere condolences to all of the family. He will be sorely missed. RIP Larry
From: Judy Dallas
Relation: Coworker for 22 years and friend for 33 years.
I had the pleasure of working with Larry at the Elks Golden Villa for 22 years. Could not have asked for a better coworker – one who had the interest of the residents first and foremost ensuring things were done to ensure they felt “at home” there. Always one for being ahead of the game, his ideas were incredible! All who knew Larry would be made to feel at ease, would enjoy his sense of humour, and his honesty above all else. We will all have wonderful memories to look back on – he was truly “one of a kind” and it was a pleasure to count him as a friend. Hang up the toolbelt, Good Friend.
From: David Brunet
Relation: Nephew
Larry was a special uncle growing up and I have fond memories of the whole family. There is a hole in my heart.
From: Denise Young
Relation: Co-workers
I have worked with Larry since 2012 and his passing has left many broken hearts around the Elks Golden Villa. He was not only the maintenance man but a good friend to many!
He will truly be missed! No more valves to open my friend!
From: Larry and Val Carlson
Relation: We live at Elks Golden Villa where Larry lived and worked.
We were very sorry to hear of Larry’s death. He was a very kind man and a hard worker. He cared for the whole complex as if it were his own . The family will have many fond memories to comfort you at this time.
Service Schedule
Private service arrangements have been made.
Memorial Gifts
In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted at the Elks Golden Villa, by cash or cheque in his honour.
Thank You Notice
From all our hearts a special thanks to Dr. Lorraine Kane, The Penticton Regional Hospital, to the incredible and caring doctors, nurses and support staff. You are all unsung hero’s, we can’t say “Thank You” enough.
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