Sandra, I still talk about Larry and playing flintstone golf. He was one of the nicest people I have ever met. I remember visiting and being in awe of his honey pot collection. It is truly a loss, my sincere sympathy. JoAnn

Needles we shared many humerous travels together over the years. Many formal meals and flintstone golf at the huts were spent with friends. Long study hours at UConn working through our degrees. You were always the best of friends. And here you are breaking trail again for the rest of us. You will truly be missed. A long heartfelt HOOT. Whoops

I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Needles. I had heard about him for so many, many years that it was almost as if I knew him.

I believe that he was a person who overcame difficulties with panache, that he was an inspiration to others with his humor.

I will keep Needles in my thoughts,

Ron

Our deepest sympathies to our dear friends Sy and Shirley Reitman and their families. We wish we could have known Larry and exchanged his adventurous stories with Huck. They both had hair raising experiences, I'll bet! Bernice and Huck Saxe

A long time friend of my husband, Trapper, you became one of my closest friends too. I will always remember the wonderful times we had plus the great trips near and far. A kind and generous person with a healthy dose of humor and sarcasm, you always made me laugh, sometimes at myself (more often at you), without a trace of any misplaced intent. You will be sorely missed. Climb high and eat lots of pork there.

Sandra, There are no words to express how we feel. We are so happy that we got to spend time with you both in October and Larry was his usual self. We are going to miss his humor, witt and charm and most of all his friendship. We will miss him always!
Love Tina, Larry and LJ

Shirley & Sey:

Warm thoughts and our sincere sympathy to you and your family.

ALTHOUGH WE CANNOT PHYSICALLY ATTEND THE MEMORIAL SERVICE, OUR HEARTS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.

"it is hard to overestimate how much fun it was to be around him" That sums it up... you'll get them laughing in heaven, too! Will miss you Needles! Kathryn

Our sincere condolences for your loss to Ugo & Virginia Lagana and the Reitman family.

My deepest condolences to all of the family on the loss of Larry. Dealing with Larry on business was always a joy due to his wit and sarcasm. We had numerous afternoons on the golf course sharing many laughts.

With a sad heart I read the news of Larry's death. Losing a child is a terrible thing, and my heart breaks for you. I know you are both strong, and will find the strength to endure. I remember his Milwaukee years, and know that he grew up to be a fine man that you can be very proud of. I send my love and wish you strength. Rosalie

I'll never forget you coming up to Natick and Newton to help decorate for our theme parties -- Bow Tie, Time Capsule, Tropical Vacation. When you, Trapper and Whoops got together, the creativity was unbelievable. We'll miss you.

I worked with Larry at the Phoenix many years ago. What drew me to Larry was his quick wit, and I shared his love of sarcasm. We also shared a love of skiing. My first trip “out west” was with Larry to Steamboat Springs. We had a blast!! I think I’ll always remember Larry for the way he’d hit you with a good dose of sarcasm, followed by words of encouragement or compassion along with his funny chuckle. I hadn’t seen or talked with Larry in years, but when I heard the news of his passing, I was greatly saddened. My deepest condolences to all of Larry’s family.

Was always a joker and made everyone laugh

Flintstone golf in my yard, at the park, in the mountains, at the campground, along the river...and the sharp wit, comraderie and fierce competetion Needles brought to every match.
We also shared an important love of smoked meat products.
I've lost a brother and miss him very much.

To our much loved brother-in-law. We cannot put into words how much we are going to miss your insane sense of humor and appreciation of all things beef! We are so lucky to have had you in our family and it will never be the same without you here. We love you and miss you tons already....Love Gail and Joey

Hey Needles, How many miles? How many peaks? How many Flintstone Golf matches? A lot, but never enough. The new england woodlands just won't be the same without your distinctive "Hoot!" echoing through the blue-blazed trees. Go long, my friend.

Our deepest condolences to all of the family on the loss of Larry. While we did not know him, we know the parents and Bill.and want to express sincere sympathy at this most difficult time.May his memories serve as a solace and source of comfort to you, and may he be bound up in the book of eternal life.

Sincerely, Sheila and Howard Mrk