Obituary of Lawrence Gosnell

Gosnell: Lawrence Hewitt. Passed away peacefully in his 89th year, surrounded by loved ones at the Brantford General Hospital on Monday December 18th; Larry Gosnell, beloved husband of the late Grace (Ponting) and father of Shawn (Sharon) of Brackendale, B.C. and Terry (Joanne) of Mt. Albert, Ontario. Larry was a much loved grandfather to Brian, Lindsey, Drew and Justin; and beloved by many nieces and nephews. He was a good friend, bridge partner, strength and support to his sister-in-law Marjory Ponting. Larry was retired from the executive offices of F.W.Woolworth where he had a very successful career in purchasing management. He retired to his Haliburton cottage and eventually settled in Brantford where he pursued his passion for family history and genealogy. The consummate gentleman, Larry was always dapperly attired and warmed a room with his hearty laugh and big smile. He was a man of grace and good humour and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Family will receive visitors at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 76 Main Street East, Ridgetown, Ontario on Thursday December 21st from Noon – 1 p.m. Funeral Service will immediately follow at the Funeral Home at 1 p.m. with interment in the Gosnell Cemetery, Highgate. In lieu of flowers, donations to Highgate United Church, Highgate, Ontario would be appreciated by the family. McKinlay Funeral Home, 76 Main Street East, Ridgetown, Ontario (519)674-3141.