In memory of

Lawrence Earle Arbeau

September 24, 1937 - December 21, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lawrence Earle Arbeau which occurred December 21, 2021, in Mississauga, Ontario. He was predeceased by his parents, mother, Celia M, (Lee), Arbeau, his father, Stanley W. Arbeau of St. George, New Brunswick. He was also predeceased by his brother James H. Arbeau of Mississauga, Ontario. He was very well known for his love of cars, especially Corvettes, they were the love of his life. He also had two beautiful Afghan dogs, that he loved He went to many dog shows, and raced them also. He enjoyed and lived a wonderful life. He left to work in Toronto at a very young age, and remained there. He leaves to mourn, his brothers, Russell F. Arbeau (Carol) of Lepreau, N.B., Burton D. (Marilyn) of Fredericton, N.B., Sisters, Sandra L, (James) Baxter of Grand Bay Westfield, and Mary Lou, (Roger) Gagnon of St. Stephen, N.B. He also leaves behind, his sister in law, Gloria Arbeau, his nephews Bob, (Laurie) Arbeau of Mississauga, and Michael (Ann Marie) Arbeau, of Mississauga, and John Arbeau of Florida, Nicole (Ron) Ferguson of Grand Bay, Deidre (Galen) Rideout of St. Stephen, Timothy (Lisa) Baxter Of Grand Bay, Peter Baxter, of Alberta, Heather Baxter of Grand Bay, Susan (Norman) of Grand Bay, Kevin Arbeau of Fredericton, Kirby Arbeau of Saskatchewan, Kari (Harper) Merrithew, of Plaster Rock, N.B. Mandi (Kevin) Reed of Smiths Falls, Ontario, Dree (Justin) Smith of St. Stephen, and Ryan (Krista) Gagnon of St. Stephen N.B. We want to give a heartfelt thank you to Michael, Bob, for completely looking after Larry for his needs, and welfare. His nephew John also helped with the transition. This was very much appreciated by the family. Cremation will take place in Mississauga. There will be no visitation or service. Burial will take place at a later date in his home town of St. George, N.B.

Guestbook

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Bill Preston (Friend)

Entered December 28, 2021 from Toronto

Dear Bobby, Mike and all of Larry's further family members,

I was most saddened to hear of Larry's passing. Your collective loss is palpable, and by extension, is mine as well.
Having had the great opportunity of first meeting Larry as my being a young one, through my father in the mid 1970's, we grew to become friends over the last 35 plus years.
Aside of one of his greatest passions, with versed knowledge of Corvettes and his working on mine over the years, he was always a positive influence. Being quiet & reserved by nature, he was never short in offering his stoic yet sound & sage advice for life, which allowed for our many meaningful conversations over the years.
Rest in peace, my cherished friend.

Peace to you Bobby, Mike & Arbeau Family.

Bill Preston

Phil Loukas (Friend)

Entered December 29, 2021 from Vaughan,Ontario

Good memories with Larry,like going to local classic car meets. Very strong opinion on certain models like the 71 Monte Carlo I was going to buy
We drove to London to see one.
After looking it over he took me aside told me not to go for it,
It was good conversations there and back
RIP Larry

Laurie & Bob Arbeau (Nephew & family)

Entered December 29, 2021

It was nice to enjoy going to breakfast outings and cars shows with Larry.
He also got a kick out of the birds, the squirrels and the little groundhog whom would visit him a lot at his home. Even a beautiful red fox would frequent Larry's property and would sit down on the driveway almost like he was admiring Larrys collection of cars.
My Uncle worked as a mechanic for many years at a GM dealership and had the nick name of "Corvette Larry".

I will always remember his last words to me at the long-term care home when I brought him a Christmas sweater was thank you and he smiled. Bob Arbeau

Mary Lou (Arbeau) Gagnon (Sister)

Entered December 31, 2021 from St. Stephen, N.B.

Larry was a very kind man, who did a lot of wonderful things for me. I got to ride in his Corvettes when he came home, and it was so much fun (although my neck was usually in the back seat, lol.) He loved the speed, and teased a few people to the point of racing. This was his personality. He was full of life, he travelled a lot, and enjoyed living the fine life. We will all miss him greatly, there is now another void in our lives. Rest In Peace dear brother! ❤️

Carl & Diane Lee (Cousin)

Entered December 31, 2021 from Rollingdam, N.B.

So sorry for the family's loss - Lawrence was 13 years older than me, but still remember his visits back home.