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R. Larrick
1946 - 2025
BORN
1946
DIED
2025
R. Larrick Obituary
Born on November 23, 1946, David dedicated his life to education and the classical languages. He taught Latin and Greek at Albemarle High School and Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC), sharing his passion for ancient cultures with generations of students.
He is survived by his wife, Judith M. Larrick, in Charlottesville; his son, Rollin L. Larrick, daughter-in-law Melissa S. Larrick, and two granddaughters at Lake Monticello. He is also remembered by his sisters Joyce Larrick Casey and Joan Larrick Lewis of Winchester, Virginia; brother-in-law Howard P. Lewis; and nephews Joshua M. Lewis and Dr. Cameron P. Lewis.
All services will be private.
In remembrance of David's life and legacy, contributions may be made to the Area Food Bank.
May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him.
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Rhy Berkowitz
Yesterday
Doc was my Latin teacher back in the late 90s at AHS - and he instilled in me an undying love for the language (I spent Friday nights during my freshman year of college translating Latin poetry - that's how much I loved it). I have thought of him so often over the decades, and am so thankful he was my teacher.
Marvin Curry
Yesterday
I worked with David Larrick at Albemarle High School before we both retired. David or "Doc" Larrick as both faculty and students called him was a good friend for many years. We shared many common interests such as Bridge, genealogy, and the AHS musical productions. We were cast members in the production of "Annie´. When I was involved in the Student Recognition Program, "Doc" did the calligraphy for the many certificates that were given to students. My wife made a platter of cookies for the Science Department every year for a holiday we celebrated. "Doc" was always in line for his . After we retired I would get a message to him to come pickup his plate of cookies. we would share information about our genealogy progress. I showed him many old pictures of my and my wife´s family. We shared many students over the years even though he taught Latin and I taught chemistry. he will be sorely missed.
Judy Schilling
Yesterday
Judy and Rollin,
I was very saddened to learn of David´s passing. He wasn´t just a colleague but a friend as well. I loved that his classroom was right across the hall from mine so we could chat and gossip every day during class changes. I admired so many things about David. He was brilliant, innovative, funny and very kind. He was an excellent teacher not in just how he presented his subject matter but how he really cared about every child that passed through his door. He left such a positive imprint on all that knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alexandra Osvath
Yesterday
I am so sorry to hear of Doc´s passing. He was my Latin teacher at Albemarle High School, 2004-2005. I can still see him teaching us with such infectious passion & enthusiasm. He was so respected by students and staff, a legend at AHS. I remember him telling us that even though he had his PhD he just loved teaching high school Latin. He even introduced his to his own teacher, in his 90s, who he´d translate texts with. He took a photo with every class he ever taught and truly cared about his students. I followed him on Facebook after I graduated and enjoyed seeing how happy he was with his family. Sending comfort and love to all.
Alexandra Osvath
AHS class of 2008
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