Laurence (Larry) Brendan Hanevy

It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of Larry Hanevy on August 26, 2025 after a lengthy illness. 

Larry was born in Athlone, Ireland on May 17, 1942, and was predeceased by his parents Laurence and Jane Hanevy (née Murphy) and his brother-in-law Joe.

Larry is survived by his loving wife Patricia (née Dooley); his children, Claudia, Jennifer (Brad), and Paul (Tara); his grandchildren, Michael, Eireann (Dakota), Maya, and Quinn; his siblings, Stephen (Bernadette), Tom (Kathleen), Marie, and Kieran (Priscilla); his brother-in-law Paul (Valerie) and sister-in-law Elizabeth; along with his nieces, nephews and extended family.

Larry grew up in rural Ireland and moved to Dublin to attend University College Dublin where he received his BA and met Patricia. After several years teaching, Larry and Patricia immigrated to Canada, where Larry received his master’s degree in philosophy at McMaster University in Hamilton. They made their way across Canada, with stops in Thunder Bay, London, and Winnipeg, finally settling in Calgary in 1974. Larry spent the remainder of his career teaching English at St. Francis High School where he made many life-long friends.

Larry will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humour, his way with words and his Irish charm. A born teacher, he always had a great fondness for his students, and his lively and engaging manner made him a favourite of many. Larry enjoyed curling, golf, bridge and great conversations with his friends; however, his happiest times were spent with his beloved wife, children, and grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

The family wish to thank Larry’s primary care physician, Dr. Karyn Richardson, for her wonderful care and kindness over the years.

For those who wish, and in lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to The Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation. https://www.heartandstroke.ca/donations

The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Luke's Catholic Church (1566 Northmount Drive, NW Calgary) on September 26, 2025 at 11:00 am,  reception to follow in the Parish Hall. 

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