It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden loss of
our dear brother Ronald “Ron” William Larder, on December 4,
2025. He was born on November 30, 1956, in New Ross, NS and was one of
ten siblings of the late Clarence Patrick Larder Sr. and Mary
O’Neta “Neta” (Cooke) Larder.

At an early age, he acquired the nickname
“Housefly”. While growing up in the 1950’s and
60’s, in a large family, most of his summertime was spent
outside, but whenever there was a chance to get inside, Ron
“Housefly” was there. An endearing name that created many
laughs over the years and ironically, he became a great lover of the
great outdoors in later years.

Ron graduated from New Ross Consolidated School, attended
Nova Scotia Community College, and took courses through St.
Mary’s and Dalhousie Universities. He dedicated 30 years to
the Province of Nova Scotia, first as a Program Administration Officer
(28 years) and later helping families as an Income Assistance
Caseworker (2 years). He received a 30-year service award for his
commitment. Ron lived in Kentville, NS during his working years and in
retirement moved briefly to LaHave and then to Bridgewater,
NS.

One of Ron’s passions was basketball in his early
years at school with his brothers and good friends. in 1974, the New
Ross team won the New Year’s Classic. Other interests he
enjoyed were coin collecting, listening to his vinyl collection of
music, camping, hiking, fly fishing, photography, geology, and gold
panning. He owned and operated Raw Earth Explorations since 1993 and
was the only prospector in the Larder family while always sporting his
signature Tilley hat. He was known by family and friends for making
the best seafood chowder and hosting a fun annual house party during
the Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom festivities.

He cherished walks on South Shore beaches, especially
Rissers, and on the trails in Bridgewater. He was a kind, soft spoken
person who enjoyed chatting with whomever he met on his travels.
Ron’s gentle spirit, love for family and friends and
appreciation for quiet moments will be remembered by
all.

Ron leaves behind nine siblings; Clarence Patrick
“CP” (Jane), Dr. Thomas “Tom”-retired (Heather),
Brenda (Jim), Derek, Cst. Ret’d (Sharon), Wanda (Sheldon),
Twyla (Brian), Joseph “Joe” (Donna), Rosco, Det// Sgt.
Ret’d (Qui), Todd (Shirley) and 17 nieces and nephews. Ron
was predeceased by his parents; sister Gwendlyn Janet Larder and niece
Tina Larder.

A celebration of Ron’s life will be held in New
Ross in the Spring/Summer 2026. An exact location and date to be
determined. Memorial donations may be made to Diabetes Canada or the
Canadian Cancer Society.

Arrangements are under the direction of the R.A. Corkum
Funeral Home, Wileville. On-line condolences may be made by visiting
www.corkumfuneralhome.ca