Lawrence "Larry" Eckley

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Lawrence Eckley Obituary

ECKLEY, Lawrence "Larry," 66, of Tampa and Cullman, Ala., passed away Thursday, November 1st, 2007. Larry is survived by his loving wife, Becky (Garrison) of 45 years on November 24th. Three sons, Greg, Shawn and Mitch (Maria) Eckley; five adored grandchildren, who knew him only as their "Papa," Marisa, Hunter, Jackson, Savannah and Keith. He is also survived by brothers-in-law, Wayne (Judy) Garrison and Mitch (Megi) Garrison; and many loving nephews and nieces that were a special part of his life, especially Jamie Garrison, Michael and Danny Isaacs, Kelly Pierce, Rebecca Marski, Melanie Villegas, Molly Paolino, Corley Burnham and two dear little ones Kelsie Killian and Emma Green. Larry also leaves behind many treasured aunts, uncles, and cousins, and newest member of the family circle, Jessica Fernandez. The family wishes to thank hospice caregivers, in particular Dee Blessing, RN, so many of the nurses at St Joseph' s Hospital, Dr. Jon DiPietro, Dr Jack Maniscalco and Catherine Quealy, ARNP, at Fred Woods Radiation for their exceptional care during Larry' s illness. Larry was born December 22, 1940, in Wheeling, W.Va., and moved to Tampa at the age of 6. He attended Hillsborough High School and Penn State. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and was a member in good standing at Temple Terrace Masonic Lodge and Scottish Rite, 32 degree Mason and Egypt Temple Shrine. Larry served as president of the Tampa Jaycees in 1972-73 and was awarded the honors of being named JCI Senator and member of the Ybor Chamber of Commerce prior to retiring in 2005. Larry took great pride in his ownership of OCI Construction, spending recent years enjoying restoration work in Ybor City. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church in Cullman, Ala. A celebration of his life will take place at 1 p.m. Monday, November 5, 2007, at St. Clements Episcopal Church, located at 706 W. 113th Ave. in Tampa, with family friend Father Alton Chapman officiating. The family will receive visitors at the church immediately following. Larry' s pallbearers in Tampa are to be Wayne, Mitch and Jamie Garrison, Michael Isaacs, and friends Craig Chase and Mike Riley and Bob Guerette. Mr. Eckley will then be flown to Cullman, Ala., for a service by the Rev. Bob Blackwell at Grace Episcopal Church, to be followed by interment at the Cullman Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Guardian Ad Litem program. Larry wished to be remembered as an awesome "Papa" to his precious sons and grandchildren.You may view and sign the guest book at www.loylessfuneralhome.com

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Published by TBO.com from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Eckley

7 Entries

Deb and Matt Faircloth

November 5, 2007

Dear Greg and family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless you. Greg, we love you; call me if you need anything. Deb

Bryan & Kris Hood

November 5, 2007

Our thoughts & prayers go out to the Eckley Family for their loss.

~ Poem: "I Do Believe" ~

There is nothing I can do,
to make him come back
There are no words I can say,
that can replace his words you long to hear

There are no answer's I can give,
that will satisfy your questions
There is not another soul I can introduce you to that will ever replace him
And, there is no love I can offer that will ever replace the love you shared

I can not promise your broken heart will ever be complete
I will not say it could have been worse
I will not deny it was a tragedy
I will not lie and tell you he will come back

He never really left

I do promise he hears you when you speak
I will say he loves you no matter the distance
I will not deny he is in a better place
And, I will not lie; he is waiting to greet you someday

He is every you step you take
He is in everything you do
He is the air you breathe
He is every beat of your heart

" He is like the wind. You can not see him...but you will always feel him"

Maryanne Pomice

November 4, 2007

To Greg, Becky and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your entire family.

Norm & Ginger Smith

November 3, 2007

Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family during your time of bereavement. We pray cherished memories will be a source of stabilizing comfort as you take one day at a time.

Dannie Isaacs

November 3, 2007

Uncle Lawrence,
You were a good man
and a great husband and father to your family. I considered you a good uncle only wishing that I could have known you better. I will
miss you. Say hello to Grandpa,Mom
and Jody for me. I hope to see you
in Heaven one day.
Love- your nefew,
Dannie

Bonnie Pullara

November 3, 2007

Dear Becky and family,

Hugs From Heaven
When you feel a gentle breeze
Caress you when you sigh
It's a hug sent from Heaven
From a loved one way up high.

If a soft and tender raindrop
Lands upon your nose
They've added a small kiss
As fragile as a rose.

If a song you hear fills you
With a feeling of sweet love
It's a hug sent from Heaven
From someone special up above.

If you awaken in the morning
To a bluebird's chirping song
It's music sent from Heaven
To cheer you all day long.

If tiny little snowflakes
Land upon your face
It's a hug sent from Heaven
Trimmed with Angel lace.

So keep the joy in your heart
If you're lonely my dear friend
Hugs that are sent from Heaven
A broken heart will mend.

Our prayers and thoughts are with your family!

Love from your friends, Vince, Bonnie, Dominick and Sebastian Pullara

Linda VanDoren

November 3, 2007

I was deeply saddened to hear the passing of Larry. I knew him briefly while working at the Ybor Chamber. He was a caring person. He will be deeply missed. My heart goes out to Mitch and the rest of his family. Rest in Peace my friend!

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