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1935
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2011
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Lawrence Goldstein Obituary
Lawrence Howard Goldstein, 76, July 10, 2011 Tallahassee, Florida Lawrence Goldstein, loving husband, devoted father and grandfather age 76 passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2011. He is survived by his wife Joyce of 55 years and son, Ron Goldstein (Barbara), daughter, Sharon Jacobs (Ken) and grandchildren Michael, Robert and Stephanie. Larry was born in Chicago IL where he was a successful businessman in several ventures which included drug sundries, closeout and import merchandise. He and his wife have been Florida residents since 1979. He enjoyed working with his son in an import hand tool wholesale business. His passion while living in the Tampa Bay area prior to moving to Tallahassee was working at the Tropicana Field and Legends Field keeping baseball fans happy by providing the beer and peanut vendors fully stocked to meet the needs of the fans .He served as a mentor to many with his vast business experience but preferred to work in the shadow of others. He was a modest man but very well respected by colleagues and customers alike. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida 32308-5428 or Moffitt Cancer Center Foundation, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa , FL 33612 Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday (July 13,2011) at Culley's MeadowWood Memorial Park 700 Timberlane Road.(850)893-4177
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Lloyd Bachrach
July 14, 2011
Dear Aunt Joyce, Ron, Sharon, and family;
I was very saddened by your news last Sunday. I want you to know that as you will, I will also miss Uncle Larry. He always gave me great advice when it came to my businesses. He had great wisdom, and a keen sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Lloyd, Julia & Family.
Muriel Thielen
July 13, 2011
Joyce, Susan & Ron: My loss is that I didn't get to know Larry & you sooner. Hold on to the many wonderful memories you all share; may they comfort you all. Muriel C. Thielen, Big Bend Hospice Volunteer
Mailyn Mayer
July 12, 2011
Dear Joyce and family
I was so sad of your great loss. I had known Larry for most of my life and I share your sorrow. You are blessed to have so many wonderful memories.
Love, Marilyn
Dick & Rhonda Perkins
July 12, 2011
To Dear Joyce and Family:
We were quite saddened to hear of Larry's passing. Haven't seen either of you for a long time, since moving to Florida, but remember old friends and nice people as you are. Our sincere regrets and condolences;our thoughts are with you and family; may he find Peace in Eternal rest !
Alan Savitt
July 12, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. Goldstein was quite a man and will be dearly missed by me.
Lydia Tisdale-Miller
July 12, 2011
Mr. Goldstein always made me laugh. I loved his stories. He was a real sport & I will miss him very much. God bless the family, you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Harriet Kaplan
July 12, 2011
My dear dear friend has passed. No one will ever replace the person he was to me. I was honored to be Larry's friend. He will truly be missed. Joyce, you are still here for me and I for you. My heart goes out to you and your family.
July 12, 2011
Joyce, we were so very sorry to hear about Larry. I always will remember his big smile. You were so fortunate to have such a wonderful partner.. He will be missed. Love, Toby & Ernie
Ginger Karagas
July 12, 2011
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Larry was a wonderful friend who will be greatly missed.
Mike & Georgia Konomos, Ginger, Helen Bill and Dean
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