Name: Visitation for Lawrence J. Amara
Start: 2022-12-05T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-12-05T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Plainville Funeral Home

Lawrence J. Amara, 77, of Bristol, formerly of Plainville, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022, following a brief, hard fought battle with cancer. Born in New Britain on July 25, 1945, he was one of two sons to the late Joseph and Rose (Santacroce) Amara.
Raised and educated in Plainville, Larry, as he was known to many, was a longtime educator, having served 23 of his 35 years as Principal for the Plymouth/Terryville School system. He married his childhood sweetheart, Laura (Arcari), and settled in Bristol where they raised three loving and successful children and nine grandchildren, all to whom he was entirely devoted.
A man of many talents, including carpentry, construction and mechanics, he was a lifelong car enthusiast who spent many days in his garage restoring antique vehicles, attending car shows, inspecting homes, or, in true Larry fashion, simply lending a hand and sharing his knowledge, expertise, smile and sense of humor with those around him. Humble and kind, he lived a life of selflessness and love, and will be missed beyond words by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
In addition to his wife of 53 years, Laura, he leaves his sons, Peter Amara (Marisa), and David Amara (Diana Mejia); his daughter, Alexandra Kiniry (Patrick); his nine grandchildren, Dominic, Griffin, Ava, Francesca, Quincy, Cami, Amelia, Mason, and Anthony; his former daughter-in-law, Sheri Amara; his brother, Frank Amara (Margaret); and his brother-in-law, Tom Arcari (Margaret); along with many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends that he considered family.
In lieu of flowers, Larry may be remembered with contributions to the educational support for the vascular team under Dr. Gifford that took such great care of him; Division of Vascular Surgery, c/o Henry Low Heart Center, Hartford Hospital Department of Philanthropy, 80 Seymour St, Hartford, CT 06102. Family and friends may gather on Monday, from 5-8 p.m. at Plainville Funeral Home, 81 Broad St, Plainville.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Gregory the Great Parish, 235 Maltby St, Bristol. Committal will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Plainville. For online expressions of sympathy, please visit www.PlainvilleFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Bristol Press from Dec. 2 to Dec. 9, 2022.

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Maurice Barboza

July 19, 2025

I think of you, Larry.

Maurice Barboza

December 27, 2022

Laurie,

I was shocked and saddened to discover Larry´s obituary a few minutes ago. I was on a phone call with Henry Kusmierz reminiscing about former class mates, particularly Larry, when I opened the Plainville HS obit page. It was not more than a few days ago when I thought of you and Larry.

In fact, it was Henry -- when we were in grammar school -- who introduced me to Larry. He said I´m going to introduce you to this kid who lifts weights and has muscles all over. "But don´t call him Laurence because if you do, he´ll beat you up." And that was the start of a wonderful friendship through college. I have always thought that Larry was the most consequential member of our class. He was kind, fun to be around and uplifting. I remember enjoying the year we played together for the Tiger´s summer baseball team especially.

So many moments over those years. After my brother died, Mr. Amara would come by with Larry and take us to the movies. Larry was a kind and good human being. I´m so glad I knew him.

I wish you, your children and grandchildren the best. And Frank.

I´m very sad.

Maurice

Lori Baillargeon

December 3, 2022

Rest in Peace Mr. Amara, you were a wonderful teacher, an inspiration to us all, you were so kind to me as I struggled with many difficulties in my teenage years,

Craig & Jodie Maro

December 2, 2022

Our love and comfort to the entire Amara in this time of sadness and loss. We have fond memories of your father. May the Lord take him into his arms and bring him home.

John & Judy Eckstrom

December 1, 2022

It was an honor getting to meet Larry and Laura. We feel blessed. He was such a good man. Laura, we are so sorry for your loss and your entire family's loss.

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