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Lawrence M. "Larry" Abe

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Lawrence Abe Obituary

Lawrence 'Larry' M. ABE Age 57 passed away on March 22, 2011. Larry was born and raised on Beacon Hill, graduating from Cleveland High School. He worked for the City of Seattle Street Maintenance shop for 10 years then relocated to Hawaii. Larry returned to Seattle and spent the past 13 plus years enjoying gardening, cooking along with fishing and camping with Wendy. Larry had a keen sense of humor and was loved by all that crossed paths with him. He was so generous to others, giving of himself to help. Larry was just a Sweet, Sweet man. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, George and Dorrie Abe.He is survived by his best friend and Life partner Wendy Zema, daughter Jenni Abe (Hawaii), sisters Linda Blackston (Hawaii), Vicki Abe (Seattle), Marianne (Doug) Okamoto (Bellevue), brother David (Deborah) Abe (Seattle) along with nieces and nephews. Please visit our online guestbook at washelli.com. Memorials can be made to the Nisei Veterans Committee. Larry's life will be celebrated at a gathering of extended family and friends.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Mar. 24, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Abe

19 Entries

Virgil Castor

June 6, 2021

It’s been 10 years but just learned of Larry’s passing. My bother, Daniel, and I knew both Larry and his brother David at Cleveland High School. I remember Larry as a laidback, fun loving guy. Daniel died in May 2014. May they both Rest In Peace. My late condolences to the Abe family.

Janice Low

March 18, 2021

I can picture vividly, Larry, as a child going outside in the snow in front of his home in his pajamas! Big smile on his face running around laughing!

Jeanette Nekota

April 19, 2011

To the Abe Ohana---
I was so lucky to spend time with Larry when we were growing up in Seattle. I also visited him when he was on the Big Island of Hawaii. I was sadden by his passing. I have and will always have Larry in my heart and with many memories. I will always remember his smile and his sense of humor. My thoughts are with you all. Aloha Jeanette (Iwana) Nekota

Glen Nakamichi

March 27, 2011

David,Vicki,Linda,Marianne and Family(s)

I’m very sad to hear that Larry has passed. I have everlasting memories that I will always cherish. I send my condolences and deepest sympathy to all of you and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. If I can help in any way please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Curtis Woo

March 27, 2011

To the Abe family

So sorry about Larry. He, David and I go back to the first grade at Beacon Hill Elementary. I'm glad I was able to visit with him 3 weeks ago.

Marilyn Low Henry and Bill Henry

March 26, 2011

Dear Wendy, Linda, Vicki, David and Marianne and Families,
I am sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I have many memories of Larry growing up. He was mischievous and full of energy. I remember him running outside in just his pajamas when there was snow on the ground. I remember him asking me when I was going to have the baby when Christopher was 2 months old. I think that was when I stopped wearing the maternity clothes that were so comfortable. When he moved back to the house he worked so hard in the backyard and made it look so nice after it had been neglected for so long. These memories will keep him in my thoughts and your memories will keep him close to you in spirit, thought and always in your hearts.
We are so sorry for your loss.

Ken Lee

March 26, 2011

To the entire Abe family,
My condolences and deepest sympathy to you all. I pray for peace to all of you during your time of grief. I know he'll always be around as long as you remember him in your hearts.

Peter Sales

March 26, 2011

Larry just had his own type of style, how couldn't you love the guy. To a good friend lost, but never forgotten. My deepest sympathies to Wendy ( thank-you for making him so happy ) and the Abe family.

The three amigos.

Peter Sales

March 26, 2011

Larry's house always playing games and soul music.

Peter Sales

March 26, 2011

The Abe's, Larry off to Hawaii.

Peter Sales

March 26, 2011

Larry at my house having a good time, like always.

Peter Sales

March 26, 2011

Rob & Diane Blanco

March 25, 2011

Someone so special...
...can never be forgotten.

Thinking of You with Sympathy

Tom Hoshikawa

March 25, 2011

Dear Vicki, David & family,

I am still in shock hearing of Larrys passing. If there is anything I can do to help, please do not hesitate to contact me. I have memories of him that I will always cherish. My deepest sympathy to the whole family.

Cathy Brandt (Mayer)

March 25, 2011

Dear David and Family!

So sorry to hear of your loss! (Thanks Donny for sharing this.) I think about our Cleveland Days often, this is a shock. I pray that you will all find peace at this time.

Donny Jones

March 25, 2011

The Abe Family is in my prayers. I am a life long BeaconHiller and friend of David's. I hope Larry's passing was peaceful and all of you find peace in celebrating his memory.

Donny Jones

Danny Hagan

March 25, 2011

David, Vicki and the rest of the Abe clan. My heartfelt sympathies on the passing of Larry. Larry was a unique personality - whom most of us who grew up with him would probably remember 1st and foremost with the word "fun". Thoughts and prayers with you and family during this time.

March 24, 2011

Wendy, Jenni, Linda, Vicki, David, Marianne, et al.: I am feeling for your loss, and I will miss Larry as well. I have so many fond memories of Larry, as we all grew up next door to each other. I will always remember his smile and sense of humor. Our thoughts are with you all...Janice Low & Richard Klein

March 24, 2011

Vicki, so sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you and your family strength. I don't know if you remember me, I graduated with you from Cleveland High.

Shirley M. Goodloe

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