LAWRENCE (LARRY) MARQUARDSON

Condolences & Memories (16 entries)

• I would like to offer my condolences to the Marquardson family. I woke up this morning and as my alarm went off Mr. Marquardson popped into my head. I remember a few years ago hearing that he had moved to Arizona and I wondered if he had retired and came across his obituary. Mr. Marquardson was my basketball and volleyball coach at Sargent Park. Not only that, but he would drive from his house all the way across the city and pick up all the girls that lived out of the area and bring us to practice everyday. He believed, he showed up, and he impacted a lot of people along the way. I truly don’t think I’d be where I am today had I not been so deeply impacted by his teachings. I’m very sad to hear about the passing of such an honourable human being. May his legacy live on and may he rest in peace. - Posted by: Aliah Jacob (Student) on: Sep 09, 2025

• Mr. Marquardson, my Grade 5 homeroom teacher, taught me early on that decisions come with responsibility. This lesson shaped my life. At 36, his wisdom still resonates with me as I aspire to instill the same lesson in the students I work with. I've always meant to thank him personally. Condolences to his loved ones. May his memory endure and inspire. - Posted by: Christian Alvin Zacarias (Former Student) on: Apr 04, 2025

• Brenda, Carly, Kirsten, Jack, Cliff and families, Sending heartfelt condolences to all. A deep loss for so many! - Posted by: Brenda (Cousin) on: Mar 09, 2025

• Mr. Marquerdson was my favourite teacher out of all of my years of education. I was intimidated by him before being his student, and almost wanted to request transferring out of his class, but upon arrival was absolutely blessed and fascinated by his class. I enjoyed writing his life story and learning how to do a report/write an essay (grade 6) while hearing the fascinating stories from his life and even now remembering many details which he carefully pieced together for us, teaching us both how to write and also inspiring us with his strength, focus and clarity of thought, infusing countless meaningful actions as observed and experienced by us, his students. Would the family consider having a bigger funeral and allowing people to attend who want to? It would mean a lot to me to be able to come to his funeral. Thank you. - Posted by: Stephanie Ward (Student at Sargent Park) on: Mar 01, 2025

• Words can't express how sorry we were to hear of Larry's passing. Larry will surely be missed. Thinking of you, Brenda and the your family at this sad time. Orysia - Posted by: Orysia Jackson (friend and co-worker) on: Feb 26, 2025

• Dear Marquardson family: My heartfelt and deepest condolences are with you at this most difficult time. I attended Sisler High School with Larry, and will always remember his kind, caring and gentle manner. He was quite the athlete and heart throb in high school. It was a blessing to know Larry. Stay strong for one another, and always keep Larry in your hearts. Marilyn Corbitt, school mate and friend. - Posted by: Marilyn Corbitt (School mate, and friend.) on: Jan 14, 2025

• Condolences to Mr. Marquardson’s family, friends and each student who’s had the opportunity to be positively influenced by a caring human, an educator and a person whose values shaped the lives of so many people. He was able to instill in me that perseverance, dedication and north end values gave you strength and confidence to walk out Sisler High School doors and face the world. (Len Small - former student) - Posted by: Len Small (Former Sisler Student) on: Jan 13, 2025

• My deepest condolences Brenda on the loss of your beloved Larry. May he rest in peace. Blessings to you and your family at this very sad time. Sharon McGavock - Posted by: Sharon McGavock (Colleague of Brenda at Tyndall Park School) on: Jan 12, 2025

• Mr. Marquardson was our freshman girls basketball coach at Sisler High in 1977-78 and his lessons resonate with me still. His logical approach to the game and his axioms ("You only need to score one basket to win the game if you play good defence." and others) really hit home with me. He was also the coach who would seek out "non-athletes" in the halls and convince them to play on the school team or inset them into a supporting role, giving them confidence and the camaraderie that comes with team sports. I ran into him years later at a high school volleyball tournament my daughter was playing in and he had a whole troupe of his Sargent Park kids scorekeeping, being line judges and other behind the scenes tasks. It ran like clockwork and was so reflective of him. We lost a legend. My condolences to his family. He will be missed. - Posted by: Shirley Jenken (nee Verstappen) (former student) on: Jan 12, 2025

• One of a kind - loving, caring and passionate is what I have felt about Mr. Marquardson. I will cherish the many conversations we had during my time at Sargent Park on and off the court about family, basketball, music, even taping up my ankles during injuries. I wouldn't have become the player I was without you in my corner. My sincere condolences to the family. May he Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Sandra Arruda (Student) on: Jan 12, 2025

• I am incredibly saddened to learn of your untimely loss, Brenda. Larry and I were in Miss Motheral's grade 12 class at Sisler and I remember him as the most gentlemanly fellow ever. He was so kind and unassuming despite all his talents. I am especially moved as my son's father is in hospital at the moment suffering from some effects of Parkinson's after an illustrious business career. May all the pleasant memories you shared serve to sustain you and your family through this very difficult time of grieving the loss of such a beautiful life so well-lived but cut too short. God bless you all. - Posted by: Lana Thiessen-Storey (former Sister classmates well as teacher professional of Larry and Brenda) on: Jan 11, 2025

• We were shocked and saddened to hear of Larry's passing. Larry was such an incredible person in every possible way. We have so many warm, and wonderful memories of our times together - during the Sisler days and for years after. We will forever cherish those memories. Our very sincere condolences to Brenda and the family. You are all in our thoughts. - Posted by: Maureen & George Kennedy (Friends) on: Jan 11, 2025

• Larry was an accomplished teacher and turned a lot of boys into young men as a Football coach..... Condolences to his family. - Posted by: Glen Spryszak (Student) on: Jan 11, 2025

• Remembered as part of a great coaching staff and mentor at Sisler High School. - Posted by: Larry Danylyshen (student) on: Jan 11, 2025

• My deepest Condolences to the family. I've known Larry for many year growing up in the same neighborhood playing hockey at Northwood Community Club & then playing football at Sisler High School with Larry, he was one of the best. You were a Spartan that I will never forget. My name you always called me will never be forgotten also. May you Rest in Peace. Storeman Norman Markus. - Posted by: Norman Markus (friend) on: Jan 11, 2025

• Mr. Marquardson was my Phys Ed teacher and Football Coach at Sisler and taught me many life lessons at a young age. My deepest and sincere condolences to the family. We lost a Spartan Legend but he will forever be remembered. - Posted by: Terry Dmytryk (Former student) on: Jan 11, 2025