LAURICH, Joseph

In loving memory of Joseph Hermann Laurich, 94 years, Saturday, April 12th, 2025, at Health Sciences North. 

Son of Anton and Adelheid Laurich. Beloved husband of Dorothy (née Harris) (predeceased 2009). Son in law of Allan and Pauline Harris (both predeceased). Loving father of Allan (Christine) and Susan Clarke. Proud grandfather of Jennifer (predeceased), David Laurich (Sarah), Stephen Laurich (Hayley), Marie Armstrong (Jason), and Mandi Hartwick (Brad). Proud great grand father of Connor, Aidan, Mason, Jasper, Briar, Bowan, Emma and Bridgette. Predeceased by siblings Gerhard, Anna, Maria, Agnes, Hermann, Hedwig (Germany), and Heinz (Chicago). Survived by many nieces and nephews.

Joseph moved from Germany in 1952 as a licenced cabinet maker. He spent hours in his workshops creating a variety of furniture and cabinets. With his most prized accomplishment, being his 25 foot sail boat. In addition, he loved spending time with his family at the camp he built on Manitoulin Island. He worked as a millwright for INCO for 30 years before retiring. In his retirement, he was an avid wood carver, having participated in numerous competitions. Also, loved sharing this passion with others at the Older Adult Centre. He will be remembered for his great sense of humour, and practical jokes. 

We would like to thank Dr. Theresa Mirka and her staff for years of great care. He thought highly of you all. Also, thank you to the staff of Extendicare Countryside with special thanks to Amanda and Vanessa. We would like to also acknowledge and thank Dr. Hamilton and staff of the Emergency Department at Health Sciences North for their compassionate care in his last hours. 

Resting at the Jackson & Barnard Funeral Home, 233 Larch Street, Sudbury. Friends may gather on Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 from 4-8pm, and after 10am on Thursday. Funeral service in the R.J. Barnard Chapel, Thursday, April 17th, 2025, at 11am. Interment in the Civic Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Operation Smiles or Heart and Stroke foundation would be appreciated. 

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