October 29, 1952 – June 28, 2024
Larry Fred Beaver passed away at the age of 71 in the early morning of Friday, June 28, 2024, in High Prairie, succumbing to complications with cancer.
Larry was born on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 1952, in Driftpile, to Flora and Albert, where he had spent much of his life.
Larry, or as his children called him, “The Old Man” or “Pops” was a residential school survivor, having gone to Desmarais (St. Martin’s) School. He spoke fluent Cree and would hunt, trap, and fish with his friends to keep his culture alive. Something he held dear to his heart.
In his teens and early adult years, he played hockey, garnering multiple medals and trophies. He was a Montreal Canadiens fan, following their championship run in the mid 1960s and 1970s, with Guy Lafleur being his favourite player.
Pops loved rock and roll, citing The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival and Led Zeppelin as some his biggest influences who inspired him to join a band and to play guitar while his love for music would carry on to his children throughout the generations.
He was a former councillor for Driftpile in the 1980s, and later in life, a community Elder.
Larry is survived by: his children, Keith, Reni, Sean, Elijah and Clinton; his granddaughter, Elliot; by his sister, Ruby; brother, James, and their children.
Larry was predeceased: by his parents, Flora and Albert; and his wife, Rosemary.
As per Larry’s wishes, he was cremated with no formal service.