He was born in Kislőd, Hungary on July 18th,1933, and passed away peacefully on October 27th, 2025, at the age of 92 years old in Prince George, BC.
Laurence is survived by his soulmate, best friend, and the true love of his life for what would have been 69 years this December, Anna Herbert.
Laurence worked at Intercontinental Pulp in Prince George as a millwright and retired in 1993 after 24 years on the job.
With many friends in Edgewood Terrace, at Cluculz Lake, and on the Hart, Laurence is fondly remembered for making people smile with his kind, easy-going nature, sense of humour, and passion for life. He could always be seen walking around the subdivision visiting with those that passed his way.
Laurence was famous for his garlic growing skills and said that garlic was the key to his longevity. If something was troubling, he would say to “brush it off” as he would motion with one hand on his other arm.
Laurence loved fishing, hunting, playing chess, and making wine. He spent many hours tending to his garden, building swallow houses, being outside enjoying the weather, and was always saying, “ahhh that beautiful sunshine.”
His two grandchildren, Ryan and Sarah, brought him tremendous amounts of love, joy and pride. His love of his three children, John, Larry (Linda), and Elizabeth (Norm), was evident by the twinkle in his bright blue eyes. He was treasured by his friends, the three amigos (Bowdens, Camerons, and Byers) and the Waldner family.
As per Laurence’s request no funeral will be held, and in lieu of flowers please take a moment to look up into the sky, smile, and say “ahh that beautiful sunshine.”
