Lawrence Freedman

Private Family Service

FREEDMAN, Lawrence – departed quietly in his 84^th year at Baycrest Apotex Centre. Born in Toronto in 1936, the son of the late Christie and Elsie Freedman, the twin brother of the late Phyllis Rash, nephews Robert & Brian Rash and niece Judy Rash. Will be missed by friends and family alike.

Laurie enjoyed time-honoured family traditions, and his frequent visits to those that he held dear in and around London, Ontario. We wish to thank the staff at the EW Bickle Centre for Complex Care as well as the Apotex Centre staff for their devoted care to our Uncle. A private graveside service will be held on Sunday March 7^th, 2021 in the Pride of Israel section of Mount Sinai Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Baycrest Foundation @ www.baycrestfoundation.org.

Rest in peace Uncle Laurie.

Date of Death: Thursday, March 4, 2021

Yahrzeit Day: Adar 20

Date of Funeral: Sunday, March 7, 2021

Memorial Service Location: Private Family Service

Burial Service Location: Mt. Sinai Cemetery, Pride of Israel section

Shiva Details: Shiva private

Message of Condolence

Posted on 04.03.2021 - 4:00 PM

Marvin and Helen Mendelson

Our deepest condolences for a friend of 65 years. During that period we spent many good times together and we have many fond memories. It is with regret that we were not able to meet in person during the last many months because of the terrible pandemic but our thoughts were always with you. We're going to miss you buddy. May your memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 04.03.2021 - 8:29 PM

Ricky Goldman

I'm absolutely shocked to read this, I just spoke to him two days ago. I live in the same building as Judy, where Lawrence lived. I also lived on Cadillac Avenue, our mothers played Mahjong together. Truly sorry for your loss, may his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 05.03.2021 - 9:37 AM

Frances Freund

Robert, Judy, Brian and Michael Uncle Laurie was such a kind and gentle man. .... too soon after Phyilis. My heartfelt condolences. Frances

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Posted on 05.03.2021 - 10:00 AM

Hinda and Jay Eknovitz

We were friends for over 60 years. Enjoyed many happy occasions together as well as sad ones. Laurie never missed a birthday. Could always count on a phone call and good wishes. Although the past few years were extremely challenging for Laurie he was always positive. He will be missed.

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Posted on 05.03.2021 - 2:36 PM

Candace Vogel

Brian, please accept my condolences on the loss of your dear uncle. Wishing you long life and good memories.

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Posted on 05.03.2021 - 4:26 PM

Millie & Gerald Mandel

To Laurie's family our deepest condolences. He was the only one that never forgot the date of my bar-mitzvah and made sure he called me. When we lived in Cambridge he spent many weekends with us even though he had to travel by bus. He was also known as uncle Laurie to all our children and never forgot their birthdays with a call, Just spoke to him this week and he seemed okay. He will be missed by all our family.

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Posted on 05.03.2021 - 4:56 PM

Randi Tepperman

I haven’t seen Laurie in many years, but in my recollection, he left this world the way he lived... quietly and gently. A sweet soul. May he Rest In Peace and may his family & friends remember him fondly.

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Posted on 05.03.2021 - 7:34 PM

WILF AND BONNIE KOTZER

Our deepest condolences for a sincere and caring friend for over 65 years. We had many good experiences together which we will always remember. We will miss you dear friend .Your memory will forever be in our hearts.

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Posted on 07.03.2021 - 6:10 PM

Brian Rash

To all the kind people who wrote and reached out to Robert Judy and Myself, Thank you for your kind words but most important for being a part of our Uncle's life and being his friend. Uncle Laurie cherished the honest relationships he had with friends and family that he kept in contact for his entire life. Our Mother and Uncle are laid side by side. Rest In Peace together.

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Posted on 10.03.2021 - 10:39 AM

barry freeman

To the family. I knew Lawrence about 59 years ago when he worked with me in the Maintenance business .He was very supportive and helpful and when I changed locations he disappeared and I never saw him again. He was kind and always encouraging to me when I started that business . I have lived in Toronto since I was born but never saw him again which is really sad. I think I remember meeting him at Bathurst height collegiate when we were maybe 17 years of age. I am very sad to see his passing. He is in my thoughts .May he be a blessing to you.

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