Larry Krieg, of Owen Sound, died peacefully at the age of 78 years at Chapman House Residential Hospice, Owen Sound, on Monday July 20th, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. Larry Wilfred Krieg, was the beloved husband and best friend of the late Ruth Krieg (June 2025) for over 55 years. Dear father of Troy and his wife Patricia, of Wiarton, and Anita, of Owen Sound. Cherished grandfather of Trent, Cayley, and Calvin. Much loved brother of: Karen (Howie Wagner) of Kitchener, Debi Powell of Burgoyne, and Bette (Pete Cowie) of Kitchener, and Dave Krieg (Norma) of Pike Lake. Brother-in-law to: Penny Henry (Pat) of Lion’s Head, Sheila (Gary Gilbert) of Wiarton, Gail Bray (late James) of Milverton, and Doug Henry (Pat) of Chatsworth. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Harold and Blossom Krieg and his sister Pat Krieg as well as Ruth’s parents; Clayton and Gwendolyn and his brother-in-law, Wayne Henry (Freda).
Larry was well known for his strong work ethic and commitment to his pipe and steamfitting community (Local UA 527). The majority of his career was at Bruce Power but his employment also took him to Calgary and Kitchener-Waterloo and back to the Bruce where he eventually retired. When Larry came home he put in his second shift either helping friends or family with a project or taking his kids and later on his grandkids to a hockey or baseball game or practice. When in need, Larry would get up from the stands and help coach. Whether it was sports or the trades, Larry believed that if boys can do it, girls can do it too. Larry loved being with friends at Mountain Lake Camp, sitting around the fire and shooting the breeze while listening to his favourite country music.
Family wish to express their gratitude to Dr. Aboo and the oncology team at Brightshores Hospital for the care of Larry through his years of treatment. Thank you also to the homecare team at VON and Care Partners; all the nurses, PSW staff and paramedics. Thank you to Sally (Sally’s Pharmasave) and her pharmacy team who provided amazing service.
We cannot thank the doctors, nursing staff, and incredible volunteers of Chapman House enough for the amazing care and compassion provided to Larry during his last weeks.
“There are some that bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone, the light remains” (Unknown)
Private family arrangements entrusted to the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel. Donations to Chapman House Residential Hospice would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com
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Harry and Beth Hutchinson says
July 22, 2026 at 4:59 pmTo Troy, Anita and families. So Sorry for your loss. Larry put up a good fight and now has earned his eternal rest. Ruth will welcome him home. We have so many good memories at Mountain Lake with them both. Hugs to all ❤️🩹
Rachel Brennan says
July 22, 2026 at 6:07 pmUncle Larry will be sadly missed. I will always remember how he would give us the lifesaver books at Christmas when we were kids, how he had such a great sense of humour, and his extreme kindness when he built the arbor for Chris and my wedding, and then allowed some of our guests to stay with him and Aunt Ruth. Rest in peace, Uncle Larry
John and Penny Crawford says
July 22, 2026 at 7:20 pmSo sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. 🙏🏼
Valerie Reeves says
July 22, 2026 at 7:27 pmSorry for your families lose. To lose a loved siblings is one of life’s sorrows. My deepest sympathies. Valerie Reeves.
Tony & Dawn Forbes says
July 22, 2026 at 8:02 pmThinking of you all at this very sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely, Tony & Dawn Forbes
Gary and Marg Tambling says
July 22, 2026 at 8:07 pmTo the Family of Larry Krieg.
We are so sad to hear of the passing of Larry. He was always a great and very friendly person. He will be missed by many of us who had the privilege to know him. Please accept our sincere sympathy at this sad time. You are all in our thoughts.
Gary and Marg Tambling
Marsha Morris says
July 22, 2026 at 8:41 pmI am sadden to hear of Larry passing, My sympathies goes out to the Family.
Steve Donaghey says
July 23, 2026 at 10:11 amHad the pleasure of working with Larry, through the years in the UA, he was great man, easy to talk to about work, a tradesman, a leader and brother. My heartfelt condolences to Troy and the Krieg family
Ron Steffler says
July 23, 2026 at 10:31 amAs a UA 527 member I worked aside Larry on many jobs. He is and was a great guy. Always a laugh. My condolences to his family
John Moulton says
July 23, 2026 at 11:05 amThe world has lost a great Brother. See you in the next Local.
Rest in peace, Larry.
Brother John Moulton
Ted and Linda Porter says
July 23, 2026 at 12:58 pmTroy, Anita and family so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing, he was good friend for years and stayed with us in Calgary. We have a lot good memories of Larry as well as Ruth.Thinking of you’s in this difficult time
Garry Craig UA 527 says
July 23, 2026 at 3:04 pmMy Condolences Larry was a good person
Greg McFadden says
July 24, 2026 at 6:41 amTroy and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Greg & Sheryl McFadden
Shelley Buchanan says
July 24, 2026 at 7:56 amSo sorry to hear of Larry’s passing
Shelley Buchanan
Cindy Nuttall says
July 24, 2026 at 2:42 pmSaddened to hear of Larry’s passing. I remember him from childhood visits with my cousins as the tall guy with the big voice and bigger smile. Sending love to everyone coping with the absence of this bright light in their lives. I wish you peace and healing. Cindy Nuttall (nee Krieg/Ross & Pete)
Brian and Linda Hastie says
July 25, 2026 at 9:17 amTo Larry’s family: We send to you all our deepest sympathies.
Sincerely, Linda (Bott) and Brian Hastie
Gord and Laura Coulter says
July 25, 2026 at 2:11 pmDear Troy, Anita and Families
So very sorry for your loss. We
have so many hockey memories.
with Larry and your Mom Ruth.
Please know you are all in our
Thoughts and Prayers at this most
difficult time.
clarence says
July 25, 2026 at 7:11 pmSincere Condolences to the family
Bob Baetz says
July 26, 2026 at 7:27 amI worked for Larry at the heavy water plant in 1981 and later at Btuce A in 2002. He was a good brother and always be missed
Donna & John Kunkel says
August 4, 2026 at 8:01 pmOur deepest sympathy to Debi Powell, and family.
Kevin Dinneen says
August 7, 2026 at 6:19 pmSorry for your loss Troy and family.
I had a good chat with him a little while back.
Rest In Pease Larry
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