H. L. "Larry" Cullen

To the Cullen Family. Your family member Larry was and shall always be a U.S. Marine. He was the first line of defense for our Nation. I am sad to learn of his passing. The world is a lesser place without him. I hope my words of solice bring you some comfort in this, your time of mourning. God Bless.

Thank you Larry for inspiring your brother to become optimistus Prime

So very sorry to hear of Larry's passing.I met Larry when I was living with Capt. John Dunn in Watch Hill, R.I.He stayed at the house. He had invited John and I to visit at Peter's house. My condolences to his entire family.

Dear peter Cullen
I am sorry for your loss of your brother he was a marine may you Rest In Peace (r.i.p)
Love Alani
P.s can I be like b Peter Cullen

Dear Cullen family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have always heard what a wonderful man Larry was. Thank you for being the inspiration behind Optimus Prime!
--Lynn

Dear Family, Deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Larry was a wonderful person. Deeply loved by his family and friends. His smile could light up a room. Sincerest condolences and deepest sympathies. Diane Williams Garber

I repeat aGreat Loyola MAN

Larry oh I am so so sad that I will not see him ever again. I only new him for a short time in the sixties in Vermont but one only had to be with him just for a bit and you knew right away that he was one you would never forget. A huge heart. He could make you laugh all night long. Oh my heart aches for Peter and all those close to him. I was lucky to have known him

Heroes are never forgotten....
RIP Larry Cullen

To larry,
Everything I've read about you shows you must of been an incredible guy. As a huge transformers fan I think I speak for the whole fan community by saying thank you for inspiring its most beloved character. To us you're as big a legend as your brother Peter. Best wishes to the Cullen family, god bless

Dear Peter cullen, My heart is very heavy for you and your family. I know that your brother will be missed, but he will be with you in your heart.If you ever want to know where he is, just put your hand where your heart is and that's where he will be. Because the heart speaks, the heart speaks louder then words,the heart can be broken, but in time the heart can be meaded.

dear peter cullen
I am very sorry for your loss i've been a fan of yours since your days playing Eeyore on my favorit cartoon winnie the pooh and i will continue to be a big fan, your biggest fan lj rice

Mr. Cullen,
I am sorry for you and your family's loss. The story of the inspiration that your brother had on you gives me inspiration to be a better person, and to live by the ways of you, your brother and of optimus. Thank you Peter for sharing that part of your life with the world. I think it gives all of us hope that there is still goodness in the world, and a hope that more people will follow you and your brothers footsteps to grow and become better people. I look up to you. Thank you, and your brother for always keeping your fans close to your heart. I hope you can find comfort and closure. And know that we all love you

we will miss you forever my freind

you were more then just a man.....you were a freind....a loved one of us all

"Dear Cullen family I am sorry to hear about your loss. May he rest in peace."

Dear Peter Cullen,
I've heard the passing of your older brother and I am saddened for his loss. As a fan, I'm glad you found an inspiration that represent a great hero character (Optimus Prime). As a person and a citizen of my country, I salute to the soldier that served our country, who fought with honor and integrity and love. AS an older sister, I hope to become an inspiration to my younger half-siblings, especially my second born sister. So, I thank your brother for being a soldier, an inspiration, as well as a loving big brother and wonderful person to you and your family. May he rest in peace. We all love you XD

Dear Mr. Cullen and family,
I would like to send you my condolences at the lost of you brother,Larry and please know that you all are in my prayers. Peter, I have been a fan of yours since the beginning. I lost my father when I was just 15 years old in 1985, after that I looked up to Optimus for that guidance. I may never get the chance to met you, but I wanted you to know that I love you for what you have met to me.
your friend,

Condolences to the Cullen family from a very old friend of Larry's. He was truly a very special person. Brian Patterson

Michaela and Peter, I just heard of Larry's passing the other day. I was, and am speechless, and very, very saddened. I last saw him and yourselves back in Montreal at Sonny's memorial, and prior to that, the year before, when he invited Kathryn and I, and my son Adam to spend sometime with him down in Scituate, Mass. a couple of months after our daughter Robin's passing (his goddaughter)in the early summer of 1993. We then moved west (Calgary)in 1996, and now further west again. I often wonder, but don't do anything about it, why we so easily lose contact with the most meaningful friends in our lives, but unfortunately we tend to do so. Again our heartfelt condolences, and best wishes to both of you, and get in touch if you feel so inclined.

Rest in peace, Mr. Cullen. Thank you for giving Peter the inspiration for a character we all love.

You were and will be for many years to come an inspiration to children all over the world. You meant more to us than words could ever express. Our prayers go out to the Cullen family. Til all are one.

Rest in peace, you first of all Primes.

My Condolences to the Cullen Family on your tragic loss, My prayers are with you Peter Cullen and family!

Your life inspired so many, and created a role model for children the world over that was truly worth living up to. Your life was real, and true. I never knew of you except through the initial story that Peter told where he got the inspiration for Optimus Prime. I honor you for being the real hero to the brother that loves you unquestionably and has immortalized your ideals into a form that will not be forgotten.

Losing a loved one is never easy, and my prayers are with the Cullen family during this time of sadness. May Larry's memory live on strongly in your hearts.

I light this Candle for our fallen brother of the U.S.M.C you will live on though your family, friends, Brother and Yes Optimus Prime.. You are a true Hero.

I just wanted to say that my wishes and prayers are with Peter Cullen and the rest of his family for I know they need the support at this time of need..

Larry Cullen was a inspiring big brother to Peter Cullen and as Peter Cullen is to me. Larry was a role model to his younger brother Peter, and Peter Cullen is to us as Optimus Prime.

Larry Cullen will never be forgotten my dear friends, Because though Peter Cullen and Optimus Prime he will live on.

We Salute you Larry thank you for serving for our country were freedom is our right...

As a huge Optimus Prime fan to all of you and thank you Larry Cullen for being there for Peter. I hope I can have the honer to met you ant havens gates.

Bonita Prime

Rest well, dear one. Know that you are loved and cherished by your little brother Peter (and all of your family), and through him, treasured by every Transformers fan who loves Optimus Prime. Til all are one.

My own father served in the United States Air Force and in that service was stationed in Vietnam in 1971-1972. I seriously doubt Larry and my father ever met, though it'd be rather ironic if they had.

Optimus Prime was always a favourite of mine and Larry's younger brother, Peter Cullen, is definitely a favourite voice actor. So when I saw the dedication at the end of the TFPrime episode today (titled "Partners") about his brother, Larry, that was a serious shock. I have been recording the episodes as they air to be able to watch them again until the series is released on DVD for purchase, so I rewound it a bit to be sure of what I saw. I'm still shaking a bit as I type this, and my heart goes out to Peter Cullen and his family. I know from his own stories that he dearly loved his big brother and was likely very distraught when Larry died. If I could, I'd hug him and just let him cry, knowing he needs the support, though my best guess is that he has retreated to the arms of his family and closest friends for right now.

Were it not for such a strong and gentle inspiration that Peter Cullen saw in his big brother, Larry, his own real life hero, Optimus Prime would not be the same character we know and love today. Reading the obituary and how Larry is described, it was like reading a description of Optimus himself for me, so I can definitely see the connection Peter had to the character of Optimus Prime.

Rest well, dear one. Know that you are loved and cherished by your little brother Peter, and through him, treasured by every Transformers fan who loves Optimus Prime. Til all are one.

Peter, Through the Years your voice and characters have brought joy, compassion, spirit, and leadership, in this your time of grief please take that which you have given so dearly and know that you and your family are in our prayers and thoughts and send back to you that which you have given...take back the smiles, love, and compassion that you have taught us and take it into your heart and give to your family to get through this time.
Best Wishes
Scott Snyder and Family
Rochester, New York

My condolences to your family on your loss. He was a great inspiration to many.

Peter & family,
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your brother. From stories we have heard you tell, he was indeed a special man. May you find peace in your memories of the good times. We hold you in our prayers at this difficult time. Marsha Regeling & Michael Callahan

July 18, 2011
Dear Michaela and Peter,
These memories go way back to the late 40ies and very early 50ies. I left Montreal in 1957 to enter a religious congregation here in Kingston. I remember many fun times at both houses in Westmount. Please accept sincere sympathies and assurance of prayers. Will be thinking of all of you in a special way. Love and prayers,
Patsy Cuddihy
Religious Hospitallers of St. Joseph
Kingston Ontario

Larry Cullen !! Bless his gorgeous soul ! Didn't spend much time with Larry but it was vibrant, youthful, crazy fun. And the memories will never perish. I am so sad for your loss, dear family. Don't hesitate to get in touch when in Montréal.
Margaux Ouimet

I met Larry in the 1970's.We had the a brief but very meaning full relationship. He left soon after for California..I beleive i had a crush on him most of my life and asked about him thru a friend in Montreal over the last 30 years..I remember his father sent his mother flowers every Saturday..a romantic family , close and for me unforgetable.I am so sorry i never found him again.His last message to me is this ..he died on my birthday..

PETER,
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING YOUR BROTHER. MEMORIES OF THE PAST ARE WHAT SUSTAIN US AS WE AGE.MEMORIES OF BEING FOOTBALL TEAMMATES IN COLLEGE;MEMORIES OF THE BERKLEY HOTEL,CRESCENT STREET,WEEK-ENDS IN NORTH HATLEY AND LATE AUGUST VACATIONS IN CAPE COD BEFORE CLASSES AND FOOTBALL PRACTICE COMMENCED. lARRY WAS INDEED A TRUE "ORIGINAL".R.I.P.OLD FRIEND.
BERNIE YOUNG...

Peter, my sincere condolences to you & your family. Had a lot of good times with you guys at Loyola in the mid 50's. I to joined The Marines ('58-'62). I know he'll be sorely missed. Great Guy.

Peter,Michaela, our sincere condolences to all the family on Larry's passing. Memories from long ago of Larry at Loyola and a trip to Europe with the High School, where we roomed together for 5 weeks. Many, many laughs along the way. Fond memories of early years at the Cullen home with my parents, Muriel, Henry and the kids.
RIP Larry.
Basil Cuddihy

A class act all the way; condolences to his family and friends on the loss of a wonderful presence.
Last saw Larry at Jimbo's on Bishop in Montreal about 15 years ago where Nick Auf der Maur insisted that we sing as a trio with the karaoke machine. A not very wonderful performance (which may have led to the removal of the machine shortly thereafter) but a great example of the good spirits that Larry always evoked.

I so remember Larry as the older brother of my friend Sonny and Peter..we lived next door to each other, he was 5 yrs older than I was and I so looked up to him.. I remember his laugh and his "fun" around the house..I was there often as a child...love to you all (with many memories) Susie Graham ( yes one of the 6)..love and thoughts to each of you and take care

Danny and I have wonderful memories of Peter and Larry's visit to San Francisco in 1989. We will miss him! Our condolences to the Cullen family - with love,

A great LOYOLA MAN. we enjoyed many good times . Condolances to Peter and the family.

Our condolences to the entire Cullen family on Larry's passing. We have wonderful memories of the fun times spent together many years ago at the Cullen house.
May you all continue to remember the good times and never stop the laughter that you're famous for.

michaela-mitch-peter-so many fond memories of our early years my deepest sympathies to you.

My condolences to your family, Larry. In Eastern philosophy, life on Earth is but a waystation in eternity. We'll see you again at the next station. For me you are one of the strong inspirations and memories when I still lived in Westmount. Adieu

I remember Larry from way, way back. Good guy then and I am sure he remained so, suggesting that he has reached a higher place in life.

MICHAELA,PETER &FAMILIES,
WHAT GREAT SADNESS I FEEL! I HAVE MANY FOND MEMORIES OF TIMES PAST. WHEN LARRY RETURNED TO MONTREAL FROM VIET NAM I WAS WORKING DOWNTOWN AND WE SPENT FUN TIMES ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS.HE HAD NOT CHANGED AND STILL ENJOYED A GOOD LAUGH.
HE WAS STUNG BY HIS EXPERIENCE AND IN A VERY PRIVATE CONVERSATION SHOWED AND EXPRESSED HIS FEELINGS, SOMETHING I WILL NOT FORGET. MY MEMORIES THOUGH ARE OF A VIBRANT ATHLETE WHO NEVER GAVE UP, LIKE HIS KID BROTHER. I CANNOT EXPLAIN BUT I ALWAYS FELT CLOSE TO YOU TWO.
I WANTED TO VISIT WITH LARRY IN VIRGINIA ON OUR ANNUAL TREK TO FLORIDA, BUT WAS NOT ABLE TO GET CO-ORDONATES FOR HIM.
I WILL BE LETTING THE GRANTS' AND JOHN ROCHE KNOW ABOUT LARRY'S PASSING.
THE UNIQUELY DISTINCTIVE LAUGH IS NOW SILENCED AND HE IS CLOSE BY GOD AND SHARING A LAUGH WITH YOUR PARENTS.
GOD BLESS, AND BEST LOVE,
BRENDAN GUILFOYLE

My deepest sympathies go out to Peter and Michaela and their families. I have many fond memories of Larry that will remain with me always. You are all in my prayers.

Peter,
I'm in the hope that in this time of deep sorrow your unbelievable ability to
to bring laughter into everyone's life will be of great help.
Tony Keeler *Sonny's friend