SOTTOSANTI, Lawrence Matthew 1/28/1944 - 6/11/2017 Lawrence, 73, was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on January 28, 1944, and passed away on June 11, 2017. He was an avid traveler, photographer, music lover and genuinely cared about people. After retirement, he volunteered driving seniors to doctor appointments, grocery shopping or just being an interested friend. He also volunteered preparing taxes through AARP for people in need. He had a million jokes and loved to talk to people. He never stopped learning and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Deone; daughter, Leona (Jeff); son, Teddy (Melissa); grandsons, Dallas, Remmy and Maverick; brothers, Joseph (Colleen) and Vincent (Carol) and sister, Maria. At his request, there will be no service. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by DESERT SUNSET FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jun. 18, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence SOTTOSANTI

24 Entries

Maria

June 12, 2023

I miss you so much, brother. We spoke about you yesterday, as we remembered you, on the day you passed away. We miss your dynamic personality, your presence in our family and all the get-togethers you hosted. Continue to rest in eternal peace.
With All My Love,
Your Favorite Sister (okay...your only sister),
Maria

Lorraine Blauvelt

June 13, 2022

My cousin Lawrence was and always will be someone who always made me smile. We were the country cousins who moved to NJ and he always would tease us about that. We we would visit he always made us smile. He was tall and handsome and his personality was larger then life. I am sure that he is the life of the party up in heaven with all our family members who were there waiting to greet him at heaven door and I know when it is my time to make that journey he will be one of the people who will be there at the gate when I arrive. Rest in peace dear cousin, you are missed and always in the thoughts of those who knew you and loved you

Lorraine Blauvelt

June 14, 2019

Those we love remain with us in the whisper of the wind, in a soft rain from heaven, in each sunrise, in every single star that lights up the night sky and in every single memory we hold within our hearts. To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. You dear cousin will live for eternity

Stuart Goldman

June 13, 2019

Just wish to profess, as always, a most exquisite and elegant love for Larry.

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Lorraine Blauvelt

June 15, 2018

When I remember my cousin Lawrence I remember him as someone who always made me smile. As a young child I would always love to go visit my cousins who lived in Brooklyn NY. We always had so much fun walking to get Italian ices on 86th street and going to Coney Island to the amusement park. As someone who lived in NJ we were always called the country cousins so coming into the busy city was so exciting to us. Lawrence always made our visits so much fun. His antics always brought a smile to my face. Although he move to Arizona and there was a great distance between us he always kept in touch with my Dad and Mom and visited them when they moved to Las Vegas. He was one of a kind and I was lucky to have him as one of my special cousins. Rest In Peace until we meet again.

Maria

June 15, 2018

Dear Maria,
A year has gone by and the loss you feel is still deep.
There are no words to make the loss of your brother any easier.
The loss is felt even more when you loose someone you were very close with. Lawrence was/is a wonderful person who always tried to make this world a better place by spreading his kindness and friendship.
I do believe he is in a place filled with peace and love.

Love,
Maria R.

Maria Sottosanti

June 14, 2018

Dear Brother.
A year has gone by and feeling your loss isn't any less. I think about you every day. The hole in my heart will never heal. Life hasn't been the same, since you left us. The day you passed away, the music stopped. We will be 3 brothers and a sister forever. Our love is eternal. I miss you so much.
All My Love,
Your Sister, Maria

David Bell

September 23, 2017

Lawrence was an old friend of mine. He was a fabulous friend with a giant heart. I think of him often. My condolences to Deone

Favin Gebremariam

July 24, 2017

Teddy, I'm so so sorry for you loss. I'll be thinking about you and your family at this time.
All my love,
Favin

Salpointe Catholic High School

July 24, 2017

The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to the Sottosanti family. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.

Peggy Leary

July 17, 2017

What a vibrant human being - the minute he came through the door at KWFM there was this amazing energy! He would get us all laughing. And the stories he would tell of his life and his travels. Equally amazing. How did one person manage to do so much? I marvel. Always organizing gatherings..making everyone feel welcome..encouraging people to join the event. And always the laughing. He never stopped laughing. He was the only person I have ever known who truly lived in the moment. I always admired that - an inspiration. Safe travels Larry. You left us always laughing. Thank you. Thank you for being you.

Tim and Agnes

June 24, 2017

Here's a toast to a man who was always kind, always had a joke, and always had a story to share. Our returns to Tucson will not be the same without you. We will miss you.

Donna Weatherfield

June 23, 2017

A good man that cared about others and showed it. Larry always had a joke or two to share. He will be missed by many. We will miss his visits and company, he could always brighten any day.

Maria Ruggeri

June 21, 2017

Dear Maria and Danielle,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your brother/uncle.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Lawrence was a very kind and giving person.
I know he was very special to you.
You are in my thoughts at this very difficult time.

Your friend Maria

June 20, 2017

I've known Larry since working with him at KWFM in the '70s. Gregarious and always ready for a laugh, he would always brighten your day with a big smile. Many warm memories about those times that will not fade away. Sincere, heartfelt condolences to Deone and family. You'll be missed, brother...always. John Shook

JoAnne Francis

June 19, 2017

Rest In Peace dear sweet cousin. Thank you for all your generosity, courage and love.You will always be in my heart.

Stu Goldman

June 19, 2017

Beautiful and apt words that begin to describe why my memories of Larry will endure beyond limits.

Lunch with Larry back in 2006

Trent Anderson

June 18, 2017

Lorraine Blauvelt

June 18, 2017

Although I haven't seen my cousin Lawrence in quite a few years because of the distance between the east coast and Arizona I will always remember him with fondness and his contagious smile. As kids he always was so much fun to be around when I would visit my grandparents in Brooklyn . He would always show his country cousins the exciting things to do in Brooklyn and we always looked forward to when our families were together. I know how much he will be missed by his siblings and his family. He was one of a kind and we were blessed to have had him as part of our lives. Rest In Peace dear cousin - until we meet again

David (Bryan Miller) Browning

June 18, 2017

When I worked with Larry at KWFM in the 70's the very first thing I remember was his crazy laugh. Talk about energy..Larry would do anything to help you...even if he barely knew you! We had quite a crew t KWFM and, as someone called him"The Happy Italian" was always optimistic and never stopped telling jokes. He was one in a million. Larry was part of the "glue" that made KWFM a special place to work. I will miss him dearly. Thoughts of comfort to Deone and his family. I can still hear his crazy laugh echoing down the hall......

June 18, 2017

A nicer man, a better friend you will never find.
Our whole family is so sad.
Love and sympathy to you Deone, Leona and Ted.
Susan and Tim Doyle

Mike Owens

June 18, 2017

Our saddest condolences to you and your family. One thing I remember about Larry was that he seemed like a fun loving man who seemed to enjoy a good laugh and a good time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mike and Kellie Owens

June 18, 2017

To the family,
Lawrence was such a great person. Even though I didn't get to see him because of our distance I will never forget our trip there when my kids were little and the hospitality he showed us when we went to his house.. Lawrence and of course Deone were do gracious and we even celebrated my daughters birthday at their home. It was such a great time and he was such a great host.
My mom (aunt Josephine) is heartbroken over this and will forever miss him. She always tells me that she wishes she would fly because Arizona is where she would come to see her wonderful family
We all love you and are holding you in ours hearts
Love your cousin
Maria

Maria Sottosanti

June 18, 2017

For you, my dear brother. May your bright light shine forever and ever. 4 siblings forever. I miss you sooo much. My life will never be the same without you.
With All My Love,
Your sister,
Maria

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