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Daniel Larrea Obituary
Age 55 of Elmira NY, died very unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Dan was a son of the late Federico and Nancy Pettibone Larrea. He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Lee Gernert-Larrea and their son Justin G. Larrea. He is also survived by sisters and brothers-in-law, Linda and Rick Noble of Bradenton FL, Susan and Doug Miller of Fort Monroe VA, Deborah and Tom Kelly of Rockledge, FL; brothers, Ronald Larrea of Alexander, NC and John Larrea of San Diego CA; mother-in-law, Lucille Gernert of Troy PA; several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Dan had been employed as a sales representative for Downes and Reader, a wholesale lumber supply company. Dan will be remembered by all who knew and loved him for his exuberance in life, his love of his son and family, his love of motorcycles and food. He will be missed by everyone whose life he touched. The family are members of the First Baptist Church of Troy PA. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets, Elmira, on Monday, November 3, 2008 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. A memorial service, led by his pastor Rev. Garry Zuber and family friend Father William Lutz will follow at 6:15 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Justin G. Larrea Education Fund, c/o Father William Lutz, 1465 West Water St., Elmira NY 14905.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Larrea
Linda Noble
October 30, 2009
It was early in the morning a year ago that I got the phone call about Dan. My heart broke and nothing made sense. How has the world kept spinning for a year? It's not the same without Dan in it. I love you little brother, so much.
October 29, 2009
Three hundred sixty five days ago Dan was with us. We have had three hundred and sixty five days now without Dan. I have missed him so much all these days, and will continue to miss him the rest of my days. I love that two people are able to see now because of the gift of Dan's corneas. Lord, I miss Daniel, oh I miss him so much.
Deborah Kelly
October 29, 2009
One year ago today. Very very sad. It's been a long year, not being able to talk to or see Dan. Only memories to keep me going. Love you & miss you Dan.
Linda noble
July 3, 2009
Dan, gentle and giving.
Linda Noble
June 28, 2009
Tomorrow will be 8 months since Dan left us. I miss him just as deeply today as I did then. I always feel him close by tho. I love you little brother. Happy bithday, happy father's day, happy memories. Your big sister, Linda
Sus Miller
June 22, 2009
Dan
Today would have been your 56th birthday. I spent the weekend with Lee, Justin, Ron and Deb and Brian to celebrate/commemorate Father's day and your birthday. Hopefully you got the birthday/Father's Day wishes we sent to you on balloons. You are missed everyday by many, many people. I love and miss you...
Linda Noble
February 7, 2009
Dan, you are missed every day. The passage of time has not diminished the memory of your sweet smile and twinkle in your eyes. It has been over three months, hard to believe. One thing that helps is that I know you are watching over all of us, especially Lee and Justin.
Deborah Kelly
December 25, 2008
Christmas morning. The first without Dan (and mom). Dan, missing you very much. Just listened to your birthday message to John on his voice mail - hilarious. Always the comedian. So you! You never disappointed us! Always made us laugh. Justin and Lee, thinking of you today, always. We are blessed with all the wonderful memories of our time with him. For that, I am thankful.
Linda Noble
November 24, 2008
We will all be thinking of Dan on Thanksgiving. It was his favorite meal, his favorite time of year. He loved the turkey, loved Lee's pies. He just loved everything about the day! I will miss him so much. I will miss talking to him on the phone and hearing him make the gobble, gobble sound effects. One thing I know I have to be thankful for is that I knew Dan, and had him in my life. My life was better because of him. Let's all have seconds of the dark meat in Dan's honor. Gobble, gobble.
Deborah (Larrea) Kelly
November 22, 2008
Dan’s passion of all things great – family, friends, and memories, and all things beautiful – exotic hardwoods and old trees, is admired. His love of motorcycles, food, and beer – to be remembered. His wild antics and humor - elephant calls and foreign accents - all wonderful memories, too. He was an old soul - compassionate, concerned, committed, devoted, and loving. The sadness is overwhelming. The pain is deep. The memories are fresh. Forever a void. Know that you are missed. Thank you, Dan, for leaving us with such wonderful memories of our time together.
Diane Nachel
November 19, 2008
Dear Larrea Family,
Your family was an integral part of our life in Monterrey and I remember you all with great fondness. I was Dan's classmate and can still picture his wonderful smile (and him cracking up at Danny Morimoto's antics). Our class of '71 from ASF is in close contact with each other, and we will sadly miss not being able to cajole Dan to our next reunion. Know that he will be greatly missed.
William Fierro
November 14, 2008
Lee, Justin and my Larrea cousins:
My deepest condolences on your terrible loss. Dan brings back some fond moments in my life and the beginnings of my interaction with this beautiful country of ours. I was fortunate to meet him again here in Florida and catch up on 30 years of life. I will always remember his outgoing and joyful personality.
Noele DaRosa
November 13, 2008
Dear Larrea Clan,
Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. Dan was one of the first Larrea siblings that I met and the kindest. He was quiet, funny and supportive. My fondest memory is of him with his ponytail riding a motorcycle and giving Paul a ride. I'll miss you Dan -- you were a great step-son. May you rest in peace.
Rick Noble
November 8, 2008
Thank you Dan - for leaving us all with such fond memories of the wonderful time we spent together. Of course those fond memories amplify the sadness of our loss, but they also highlight the magnitude of your positive influence on those who knew you.
Lisa Noble
November 7, 2008
Uncle Dan was a really great guy. I remember every time he would call our house he would use a different accent or come up with a weird story of who he was. It would always put a smile on all our faces. He had a great out look on life. He was always happy and doing something funny. he was a party animal but that was just him and we all loved him for that. I will always remember the time when he gave me a ride on his motorcycle, it was the only time my mom would let me ride one. He was greatly loved and he will be missed so much. I love you Uncle Dan.
Linda Noble
November 6, 2008
Dan was my oldest best friend. I've known him since the day he was born. I realize how lucky I was to have him as my little brother and my wonderful friend. I will miss him every day. He was one of the good ones; in fact, he was the best.
Susan Larrea-Miller
November 6, 2008
Lee and Justin and to the rest of my siblings...
I have such an overwhelmingly sad and heavy heart. I am still reeling. I will always miss Daniel, my brother... His zest for life. His love for his family. His laughter. He could make us all laugh.
Laura & Mark Vucich
November 6, 2008
Lee, Justin, Linda, Sue, Deb, John & Ron,
Although we have never met you Lee & Justin, Dan was a very special person that we had the pleasure of knowing quite well many years ago. His slow easy smile, laughing eyes and wonderful and contagious laughter is something we will always remember. He was a kind and gentle and loving soul who touched every person he met.
Dan was well loved by all his family and friends and will be greatly missed by them all.
We know this is a hard time for you and want to offer our prayers and support during this time of grief.
Tara Smith
November 5, 2008
Lee, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. If there is any thing that I can do, you know where to find me.
Jennifer Canali
November 5, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Victoria, Jennifer, and Michael Canali
Elaine McDonald
November 4, 2008
Lee and Justin,
We are very sorry for your loss. Dan was a wonderful person and I still can hear his laughter when the wind blows through the trees.
Elaine and Robert McDonald
Walt Bowes
November 3, 2008
Dan,
I wish I'd known you better. Your laughter still echoes in my memories and your knowledge of wood still amazes me. I'll always remember you. Walt Bowes
Tatahisha Mack
November 3, 2008
Lee,
My heart breaks for you and Justin. Know that your family is in my prayers. May God bless you all.
Shannon Curkendall
November 3, 2008
Lee & Justin,
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies go out to you in your time of need. I will be praying for you. Sincerly, Shannon Curkendall.
Debbie Dentzau
November 3, 2008
Lee and Justin,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. If you need anything please let me know.
Tobias Dean
November 3, 2008
I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to Dan's family. I knew Dan through business, he helped me several times over quite a few years when I needed quality hardwood, and he was always a pleasure to deal with. I was not a very big customer but he always treated me as though I was, and he was always so professional and classy in how he handled things.
I will miss him and his visits to my shop.
Denise Krivokuca
November 3, 2008
Lee & Justin,
There are no words to express how deep our feelings are for you. Dan was a great husband and father and his legacy will live on in Justin.
Denise, Paul, Natalie & Nicholas
Bill Colley
November 3, 2008
Dan was a good man and a friend I will miss. I pray for Dan and the Larrea family especially Justin & Lee, and for his best friend Dom. We will never forget you Dan.
Michael Morris
November 3, 2008
I last saw Dan in San Diego, about 20 years ago. My deepest sympathies to Dan’s family and friends on their terrible loss of a wonderful man.
The Vieiras
November 2, 2008
Lee and Justin - Our most sincere thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We are all here for you both no matter what you may need. Justin- Mike,Matt, Nick and Luke think of you as another brother and they are also here for you.
Mike, Mari, Mia & Elijah Smith
November 2, 2008
Lee and Justin,
Our deepest sympathies go out to both you and your family. Dan will be truly missed. Please contact us if there is anything you need.
Mary Ellen, Dale & Nicholas Allington
November 1, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. Our son, Nicholas, goes to Holy Family also. Our prayers will be for Dan and your family this week. May God Bless You and take care of you all!
Lynda Thomas
November 1, 2008
Lee and Justin,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynda, Todd and Amelia Thomas
Bob Naples
November 1, 2008
Dan and I went back. Early 70's or so. Dan and I would talk on the phone, or he'd show up at my house on his BMW bike once and a while. We always caught up on friends and family issues. He met his wife when he visited one day at my apartment. She lived above me. I will miss him greatly!
michael wales
November 1, 2008
Dan will always be remembered in our shop,both as a friend and an ally in the woodworking world. He once called me when he ran out of gas! I hope someday his son rides his 81 BMW motorcycle. Our thoughts will be with the family he loved.
Amy Burnham
November 1, 2008
Lee,
My heart breaks for you. I am so so deeply sorry for your loss. Just always know that you're surrounded by the greatest people and will always be supported. I love you. I'm sorry I cannot make it to Elmira to give you the biggest hug. xoxo
Lori Dapp
November 1, 2008
Lee and Justin - You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Dapp Family
Stephanie DiPietro
November 1, 2008
Your family is in our prayers during this time of grief. I hope all of the wonderful memories you have together will help you through this time. Lee, you're a wonderful lady and if there is ever a time I can offer any kind of help, you know where I am.
Bonnie & Mark Warden
November 1, 2008
Our hearts go out to you in this time of sadness. Even though we only met Dan once, the stories he shared made us laugh and we both feel honored to know him. You and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Cook
November 1, 2008
Dear Lee,
Our hearts are broken for you and Justin. We are holding you close in our thoughts and meditations.
In deepest sympathy,
Nancy and Chip
Marilyn Haradon Pipes
November 1, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dominic Lisi
November 1, 2008
A friend of mine for 23 years Dan was a brother from another mother.The times we shared will always be in my heart. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
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