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1948
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2013
Lawrence Grills Obituary
He was born in Westerly on July 7, 1948, the son of Samuel and Rose (Abosso) Grills. A Franklin resident the past 18 years, Lawrence had been employed as a carpenter for 20 years at Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics of Groton until the time of his death.
On May 28, 2005, he was united in marriage to the former Mary L. Bates who survives him. Besides his wife ,Lawrence is survived by a daughter, Rebecca Grills Heinemann, of Los Angeles, Calif.; a brother, Wayne Grills, of Casselberry, Fla.; and a sister, Priyata King, of Norwich, Conn. He was predeceased by his stepson, Matthew Vaclavik, and a sister, Susan Chanin. A celebration of Lawrence's life will be held at the Norwich Worship Center, 165 Lawler Lane, Norwich, Conn., Thursday at 2 p.m. Burial is private. Arrangements are by Godere Funeral Home Taftville.
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Francine G Bernard
April 16, 2025
Dear Larry, you are remembered today by me and I will add you to the list of deceased friends a family I have recently started as I look over my life, realizing that the horizon is approaching. Other St. Michaels classmates have joined you recently-Martha Christina, Jimmy Higgins and Kathie O´Keefe. May you all rest in peace. You are not forgotten.
Patti & Al Morrone
April 20, 2013
Wayne, I'm sorry for the loss of Larry. I still remember the fun we had when we were young and lived on Liberty St. Do you remember all the curley hair he had? Our deepest sympathy to you.
Patti (Abate) & Al Morrone
April 20, 2013
Mary and family,
I will always remember growing up with Larry and Wayne. As cousins, we lived next door to each other and went to the same schools and played together. He had beautiful blond curley hair that we were envious of. I know you will miss him but let happy memories bring you peace. Our deepest sympathy to you.
Rob Reed
April 18, 2013
Uncle Larry I still can remember the day outside of your moms house on Liberty St and her telling you to get rid of your motorcycle, which she didn't like. Wish we could have spent more time together. Love you
April 18, 2013
Larry you were a one of a kind! I'm gonna miss you.You were a true friend and good man;I will never forget the times we had;you had a way of making us all feel young.You will be missed
Don Lewis
April 17, 2013
We grew up as neighbors on North Stonington Rd and I recall the many times we had as children and young adults. Rest in peace Larry old friend
April 17, 2013
So long Larry. It truely was good to know you.
Tom D.
Frank Ferendo
April 16, 2013
A very special and dear older cousin. Wish we had more time together. Love ya!
Wayne Grills
April 16, 2013
Mary, Wayne & I share your loss & hope that you, your family, the Grills family, friends & everyone who knew Larry will keep him alive in their heart, and smile when they think of him. God Bless, Wayne & Aileen Grills
Stan
April 16, 2013
I was just thinking of Larry the other day as he and I went to the Newport Folk Festival in 1965 to see Buffy St. Marie. He is someone I will always remember. My prayers are with his family.
April 16, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Martha Jacques
April 16, 2013
My dear old friend Larry...You will be missed. We had many good times together, the most recent of which was at Rebecca and Bob's wedding. My sincere condolences to Rebecca, Mary and the rest of Larry's family.
Francine Gouvin Bernard
April 16, 2013
"Hats off to Larry!" We rode the school bus to St. Michael's School together in the idyllic "50's." Then our paths diverged but I always thought of him when I heard that song, or when I passed that stretch of road where he lived, then known as North Stonington Road. Rest in peace, Larry. You are remembered fondly.
Kathleen O'Keefe
April 16, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Rest well, old friend.
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