It is with great sorrow that the Rilett family announces the passing of Laurence Russel Rilett Sr. on August 22, 2011 at the age of 81. Cherished husband of Mary (nee Koteles) for 57 years. Loving father of Ann Marie and husband Paul Wright, Jayne and husband Thor Hoff, Patricia and husband Ken Koropeski, and Laurence Rilett Jr. and wife Beverley. Treasured Grandpa of Matthew and Lindsay Wright; Allison, Alex, Laura, and Steven Hoff; Denise, Nicole, and Andrea Koropeski; Kate, Michael, and Sam Rilett; and Great-Grandpa of Maria and Niklaus Koropeski. Dear brother of Rovie Elmes, Volaine Hodgins, Eloy Rilett and wife Reenie, and Robert Larry Rilett and wife Bonnie. Brother-in-law of Helen Koteles, Emil Koteles and wife Betty, and Jim Koteles and wife Sandy. Predeceased by his parents, Russel and Anne Rilett, his sister-in-law Cheryl Koteles (Quick), and brothers-in-law Len Elmes and Jim Hodgins. Laurence was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He retired as a Manager from Bell Canada after 43 years of service. Throughout his life he enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family. Golfing and playing duplicate bridge were favourite past times. He will be remembered for his generous love, his quick and lively wit, and his example of loyalty and dedication, particularly to family. He will be deeply missed. Special thanks to the pastoral team, nurses and doctors of Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital for their caring attention and professionalism. If you so desire, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Visitation at FAMILIES FIRST, 1065 Lauzon Rd., East Windsor (519-969-5841) will be Friday 3-5pm and 7-9pm. Parish prayers Friday 4pm. On Saturday, friends are invited to join the family after 9am at St. John Vianney Church (385 Dieppe St.) for Mass at 9:30am. Interment to follow at Heavenly Rest Cemetery.