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Lawrence Bestwick Obituary
Besides his wife, Frances, he is survived by six sons and two daughters; Richard Bestwick and his wife Nancy, Ronald Bestwick and his wife, Terri, David Maggs and his wife, Polly, Sam Maggs, Brian Maggs and his wife, Danene, Lawrence A. Bestwick Jr.; his two daughters, Debra Maggs and Carol Smith; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Larry worked at Electric Boat for 35 years and then Richmond and Fenner Hill Golf Courses for 13 years. He was a life member of the Bradford Social Club, Bradford Citizens Club, and the Alton Volunteer Fire Department. He liked bowling and golfing, and he was an all-around New England sports fan, especially of his beloved Red Sox. His passion, however, was the Chariho Little League which he coached for 14 years and where he was enshrined into the Hall of Fame.
Larry was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and he will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Calling hours from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday in the S.R. Avery Funeral Home, corner of Main and Bank St., Hope Valley, R.I. Funeral services and burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family askes that donations be made to The Chariho Little League, 1158 Main St., Hope Valley RI 02832.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Bestwick
December 12, 2010
Larry and I were boyhood friends starting in W'Barrington. then worked together at EB and later at Fenner Hill' we just learned of his passing and I am truly sorry for your loss sincerely JOE OVEREND
Kevin Webber
November 30, 2010
To Ron & the Bestwick Family,
My thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. I am very sorry for your loss.
November 26, 2010
To Mrs Bestwick and the rest of the family..I just saw this today and wanted to send my sympathy..He was a hot....He always had that devilish smile and a sense of humor..He was loved by many..and the memories will always be a smile in your heart..Deanna Brayman Hebert,Pawcatuck
Joanne Kelly
November 23, 2010
to Richard and Nancy-
I just learned of your dad's passing and wanted to let your family know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope that in time, you will only have happy memories when you think of him and the lives he touched.
Sincerely,
JOJO
(Joanne S Kelly )
Randy Horelick
November 22, 2010
Our Thoughts a prayers are with you and your family. The Horelick Family
Mark and Cheryl DeVoe
November 22, 2010
To the Bestwick Family:
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing, he was a great guy. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Take Care.
Joe and Anna Brearley
November 22, 2010
Frances, Carol and family - We send you are sincere sympathy. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill Souza
November 22, 2010
I worked with Larry for many years at Electric Boat in Groton. He was a very sincere man and easy to get along with. He will sadly missed by his family and friends that ever had the pleasure to know him. God Bless Him.
Tina Chapman
November 22, 2010
I am sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob and Tracy Lord Jr
November 22, 2010
Terri and Ron, Sorry for your loss.
Dave & Bette Lamb
November 22, 2010
Larry was a great friend,he always had a joke and smile. We have many happy memories of him and the good times we shared.He will be greatly missed
Lori Lawhorne
November 21, 2010
Larry will be most definitely missed at Dow Field. It was a pleasure to know him, and our hearts go out to his family.
November 21, 2010
My condolences to the family, Larry was a good friend, companion,and a great guy to work with and know. I have many pleasant memories from the past 50 years with Larry, I'll miss him. Roger Bliss,Venice Fla.
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