Laronde, Edward John Peacefully at the Smiths Falls District Hospital on Saturday, March 05, 2022, at the age of 89. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Laronde (nee Dolan). Dearly missed by his children Ken Laronde (Kim) and Janet Laronde (Larry). Cherished grandfather of Dwayne Laronde (Jennifer), Shawn Laronde (Angie), Rhonda Laronde, Nick Villeneuve (Karine), and Ryan Villeneuve (Alyssa). Forever missed by his great grandchildren Easton, Everly, Tristan, Alivia, Nova, Bryson, Noah, Kooper, Kolton, Konner. Predeceased by his parents Joseph C. Laronde and Clara May Laronde (nee Gilbert), and his siblings; Harold, Julia, Isabelle, Helen, Alfred and Alice. Survived by his brother Daryl Laronde. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. As per Edward's wishes cremation has taken place. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 11:00am at St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church, Smiths Falls. Interment will take place at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca