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LARRY COEN Obituary

COEN, Larry Of Brookline, formerly of Newton, passed away suddenly on Wed., January 31. Beloved brother of Thomas Coen Jr. of Provincetown, Mary Coen-Wyman & her husband Jay of Sausalito, CA, Joseph Coen of Newton, Theresa Barisano & her husband Richard of Newton, Christopher Coen and his wife Ellen of Walpole. Also survived by nieces & nephews Christy Barisano and Brendan, Declan and Aileen Coen. He was the Artistic Director of City Stage Co. of Boston, which provides free arts education programs and performances at schools and community centers throughout Boston, including KidStage at Boston Children's Museum. City Stage Co. received a special Elliot Norton Award from the Boston Theater Critics Association. Larry was also a prolific actor, writer and director who worked with many Boston area theater companies including Lyric Stage Company, Ryan Landry & The Gold Dust Orphans, Beau Jest Moving Theatre, and the SpeakEasy Stage Company. He is the co-author with David Crane of EPIC PROPORTIONS stage play which had a Broadway run in 1999. He received two Elliot Norton Awards for "Outstanding Director" and several Boston Theater Critics Association awards for "Outstanding Actor" and "Best Ensemble". Larry was a "wicked" funny and caring person who could turn any situation into a hilarious story line. When Larry was present there was guaranteed laughter in the room. His wake will be held on Wed., Feb. 7, from 3-7 p.m. at the Magni FH, 365 Watertown St, NEWTON. The Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. on Thurs., Feb. 8, at Our Lady Help of Christians Church, 573 Washington St, Newton. All are welcome. The burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Larry's name may be made to City Stage Company, 539 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116.

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2018.

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October 20, 2018

I could always count on Larry...to make me laugh or strategize on problem solving.

He was hilarious, sensitive and imaginative. Unlikely combinations.

I will miss calling him and asking him for advice. It will never be the same.

Matthew Raftery

February 8, 2018

Larry was a great actor, writer, director, but more importantly, a great guy. I took my nephews to see a year with toad & frog. He stood in the lobby and took pictures with every kid that wanted one, my nephew included. He will be missed by so many.

Don Frabotta

February 7, 2018

My condolences to Larry's family and his theatre family. To go as such an early age is such a loss.]I never knew Larry personally, but have been an admirer of his work on and off stage and will remember the joy he brought to all. Casting will be hard pressed to find the proper understudy.

Gali Halpern

February 6, 2018

You will always be in my heart Larry - thank you for being such a bright light ❤

J Ford

February 6, 2018

To the family,
I am sorry to hear of your sudden loss. May the God who binds up the brokenhearted: and comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this challenging time.
Isaiah 61:1,2
-with heartfelt sympathy

Sam Marchiony

February 5, 2018

I was an Apprentice with the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company. We were lucky enough to get an improv masterclass with Larry, and he was a wonderfully instructive and supportive teacher, and a brilliant comedic mind. He will be missed.

Blair Leatherwood

February 5, 2018

I met Larry at Brandeis many moons ago, did a couple of shows and moved on. We reconnected a few years ago and had wonderful long distance conversations. I got to see him in Frog and Toad a couple of years ago and had a lovely conversation as if no time had passed. I will miss his birthday greetings and horoscopes, and his enthusiasm for Lost in Space. Farewell. We'll miss you.

Alan Keller

February 4, 2018

My sincere condolences on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Andrew J. Magni & Son Funeral Home

365 Watertown Street, Rt. 16, Newton, MA 02458

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Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

Our Lady Help of Christians Church

573 Washington St, Newton, MA

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