KRANTZ, Larry Carl Edward Krantz

Larry leaves behind his three sisters: Joan Krantz, Sharon Binkle and Mary Ann Krantz as well as his nieces and nephews. He will also be deeply missed by a vast group of friends in the dairy business, as well as his loyal companion Taffy, his Border Collie.

He was predeceased by his parents, Carl and Dorothy.

Larry farmed under the Carldot prefix on Perth Line 33 in South Easthope Township. His love and dedication to his dairy herd showed in the winning of his 3rd Master Breeder Shield. His cows not only did well in the barn, they shone in the show ring too. Each year, he generously offered calves from his herd to 4-H members to train for their projects. His office in the dairy barn was a central location for social hour with anyone that stopped by. He was always up for a chat whether it be teaching a 4-H member a thing or two about the ring or reminiscing of days gone by with visitors. There was never a dull moment at Carldot. He enjoyed following the Tavistock Braves hockey team and watching the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Relatives and friends will be received in the Francis Chapel of the Glendinning Funeral Home, 77 Woodstock St. N., Tavistock on Monday, December 22, 2025 from 7 – 9pm. There will also be a short visitation prior to a private funeral service on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. After the service, a Celebration of Life will be held at Tavistock Memorial Hall from 1-5 pm for anyone wishing to share stories, a laugh or just a drink to toast the life well lived of a man known and respected by so many. A private family burial will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers Memorial Donations may be made in Larry’s name to Ronald McDonald House or Stratford General Hospital through the funeral home. Personal condolences can be posted at www.francisfh.ca

Larry’s loved ones would like to send a special thank you to the staff at Pro Resp, nurse Allie from Bayshore Home Health and the ER and Critical Care doctors and nurses at Stratford General Hospital for their wonderful care of Larry these past few months.
Until we meet again. Thank you for the memories.
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