Lawrence Adolph Belair, of Hanover, passed away after a courageous battle with his health at Hanover Care Centre on Sunday, September 4, 2022. He was 82.

Born in Windsor, Ontario, on November 5, 1939, to the late Lawrence and Florence (nee Larsh) Belair. Better known as Larry to all who knew him and Sonny to family, he enjoyed rounds of golf and lawn bowling with his friends . He also enjoyed woodworking and fishing. He and Gerry went into business for themselves, operating the Bulk Food Store for many years in Hanover. They enjoyed their winters away in Florida at Lakeland and grew fond of the many neighbours that they made friends with. He was an RCAF radar operator and also worked search and rescue and was proud to be of service. Larry worked for many years at F. Joseph Lamb and as a founding partner at Tri-way Machine Limited in Windsor.

Survived by loving wife Gerry of Hanover, daughters Roseanne Bensette (Jeff Renaud) of Hanover, Kim Craig (friend Carlos) of Windsor, Brenda (Dave) Haesler of Windsor, and son Phill (April) Belair of Barrie. Cherished Papa of Krista (Matt), Jillian (Matthew), Justin (Tarrah), Ryan (Carly), Wyatt, Gage and great grandchildren Leityn, Jaelie, Kinnon and Evan. Fondly remembered by siblings June Sinnott, Dolores Tighe, and Mike Belair. Predeceased by his parents, and sisters Virginia Peters, April Bingham, and Eleanor Smith.

To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place. Memorial donations to the Hanover & District Hospital Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover.