LARRY WILLIAM RING

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LARRY WILLIAM RING

January 20, 1942 – June 14, 2026

In Loving Memory of Larry William Ring

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Larry William Ring, who passed away peacefully with family by his side on June 14, 2026, at the age of 84.

Larry was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and cherished friend. He shared 55 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Pamela (nee Wilkinson), building a life together filled with love, family, and treasured memories.



Larry was predeceased by his parents, Bill and Carol; his sister Joyce; and his granddaughter Josie.

Larry will be deeply missed by wife Pamela and their sons: Matthew (partner Lisa), and Matthew's daughters with daughter-in-law Ilona: Veronika, Daniela, and Gabriela; Marshall (wife Heather), and their daughters Linnea, Juliet, Lucy, and Bridget; Jonathan (wife Kara), and their children Ellie, Benjamin, and Nya; and Jaret (wife Candice), and their children David, Tessa, Jack, and Jacey.

Larry was blessed with an incredible number of relatives, including brother Bryan, nephew Ewan, niece Tanis, and many, many other beloved family members.

In addition, Larry's life was filled with a wealth of friends, with many friendships reaching over multiple decades.

Larry grew up in the North End of Winnipeg and was very proud of his roots. He graduated from Sisler High School in 1960 and went on to attend the University of Manitoba (United College), where he earned his law degree in 1968.

Larry built a distinguished career in law. While sitting as a judge in family court, he earned the nickname of "Toothbrush Larry" for his reputation of sending defendants to at least one night in jail. He was appointed as a Master to the Court of Queen's Bench in 1987.

After official retirement, Larry served on the Public Utilities Board and was very proud to represent the interests of Manitobans during his time there.

Larry and Pam moved to Charleswood in 1971. Their first home was a small place on Westgrove Way, a humble beginning for a man who would become known to many as the "Mayor of Charleswood" because of his tireless community involvement and dedication to the people around him.

They later moved to homes on Royal Gate Road and Avril Lane, making new, lifelong friends along the way. Larry and Pam's homes were often the hub of activity for their sons and all their friends, including many street hockey games, of which Larry played in a few and also called out play by play on his megaphone.

Larry was a man who believed strongly in giving back to his community. He played and coached hockey and baseball and shared his passion for sports with many young people. He served as President of the Varsity View Community Club and was a driving force behind the construction of the Varsity View Sportsplex in the 1980s, leaving a lasting legacy in the community he cared so deeply about. Larry was also involved with Charleswood In Motion in the '80s, famously running the dunk tank and bingo tent at one point.

Once Larry was introduced to anything, he quickly became deeply involved and often emerged as a leader within the organization. His time in Charleswood also included prominent roles with the Assiniboine Park Rangers and the Charleswood Hawks.

While volunteering for the Rangers, Larry was very proud to organize the year end Ranger International Tournament, touted as "the biggest and friendliest tournament", which was a true reflection of Larry's personality.

Larry was able to attract teams from all over Canada, the United States and even Europe to the tournament. He was able to do the same with the Hawks, and set up exhibition matches with international teams, including the Swedish Under 17 National Team and the Hungarian National Junior Team.

One of Larry's greatest joys was coaching all four of his now adult sons in the Fellowship Hockey League. Under his guidance their team won numerous championships. More importantly, it brought Larry into contact with a whole new group of people, and he once again made lifelong friends with those he encountered.

Later in life, Larry oversaw operations of the canteen at Eric Coy Arena, which became another important hub and allowed him to socialize with many members of the community. This role also brought him especially close to his grandchildren, whom he employed there, giving them their first introduction to the working world.

Like his parents, Larry was a man of faith. He was confirmed at Redeemer Lutheran Church on Arlington Street and was a long-term member of his beloved Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Charleswood.

He also helped get Luther Village, a Lutheran camp located on Dogtooth Lake in Ontario, off the ground in 1964. His initial contributions led to a lifelong connection with the camp, and he would later bring his family there on a yearly basis, where they enjoyed many wonderful summers filled with fun, fellowship, and faith. His commitment to Luther Village reflected his belief in community, service, and creating meaningful experiences for others.

Larry was also a true social spirit who enjoyed being around people and celebrating life. He loved to dance, and "Dancin' Lars" was often seen on the dance floor, happily taking the hand of his beloved "Pamsy" and sharing a dance at many social gatherings and weddings.



His sons lovingly dubbed him "The Big Guy," a name that quickly spread beyond the family and became known among their friends throughout the community. "The Big Guy" became a local legend in his own right, known for his unwavering community support, generosity, and endless enthusiasm for helping others.

A man who valued family above all else, Larry's greatest joy came from the love and connection he shared with those closest to him. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, wisdom, and the many memories he created with the people he loved. His life will also be marked by his contagious smile and many funny stories that he was the centre of.

Larry's legacy will live on through his family and all who were fortunate enough to know him. He will remain forever loved and deeply missed.

Larry was a very positive person and often said, "These are the good days."

We were all blessed to be able to share those days with him.

A celebration of Larry's life will be fittingly held at Eric Coy Arena at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 26. Access to the arena will be available through the main doors located at 535 Oakdale Drive.

If you are unable to attend in person, you can view the Celebration of Life online here: https://vimeo.com/event/6005659/1d2f3cebfb

Larry, like his mother before him Carol, always embraced colours when it came to clothing. With that in mind, please feel free to wear colourful dress clothes to the service, to honour Larry's life.

"The Big Guy" would want it that way.

Tributes: www.neilbardalfuneralhome.com

LARRY WILLIAM RING

Larry William Ring, aged 84, of Winnipeg, peacefully passed away on June 14, 2026.

He will be greatly missed by all his many family and friends.

A more detailed obituary and information regarding a Celebration of Life will be published here on Saturday, June 20th.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 17, 2026, Jun 20, 2026