August 26, 1940 – December 2, 2025
Larry Davies (aka: The Gentle Giant or The Big Guy), passed away peacefully on Dec 2, 2025 at LMH – with his family and their love surrounding him. Larry leaves behind a family who loved him deeply – his wife Karen of 57 years: his two sons and their wives – Brad (Deana), and Ryan (Rachelle). He was blessed with four beautiful grandchildren – Jessica, Kaitlyn, Trevor, and Maxwell. His love and gentle strength will live on in each of them.
He was born in Mission BC on Aug 26, 1940. Other than 4 years spent in Terrace BC, Larry moved to SSI in 1973 to work for BC Hydro. He raised his family enjoying the laid back, peaceful lifestyle the island provided for the last 52 years. He played almost every sport available on the island, coaching women’s softball, and his son’s softball and soccer teams.
Next to his family – Larry’s greatest love was golf, and cars! Both his sons inherited his passion for cars, and rumour has it that they were raised on the golf course – when mom worked. He had his last game at the SSI golf Club with the men’s Fickle Fingers group on Sept. 26, 2025. We know he’s now resting peacefully – but is also busy looking for the nearest golf course.
He will be sorely missed by family and friends, but never forgotten.
A celebration for Larry’s life will be planned in the spring.
Rest in peace Larry. I didn’t know you well but when you were working at Hydro and I needed help, you were a fantastic help for me. I really enjoyed your company and suggestions that you had for me when building our home and made our lives so much easier 🙏🙏🙏
I am sad to hear of Larry’s passing. My thoughts are with you. I have lots of great memories of playing softball with Larry and of babysitting the boys. He always teased me about that. I will miss him.
I am so sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. I remember with fondness the golfing days on Salt Spring. Our sincere condolences.
Karen, Brad, Ryan, and families, I was saddened to hear of Larry’s passing. He was a wonderful man with a very kind soul and he will be missed terribly. Always willing to help at a moment’s notice. I send my love and condolences. Look after each other.