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Lawrence Devine II

1942 - 2022

Lawrence Devine II obituary, 1942-2022, Etters, PA

BORN

1942

DIED

2022

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York, Pennsylvania

Lawrence Devine Obituary

Lawrence E. Devine, II, "Larry," age 79, of Etters, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2022 at his home. He was the loving husband of Karen L. (Albert) Devine; together they shared 34 years of marriage. Larry was born in Washington, D.C. on August 27, 1942 and was the son of the Lawrence E. and Mildred (Shelton) Devine. He graduated from Bishop McDevitt High School in Harrisburg Class of 1960 and proudly served his country in the United States Navy where he served during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. He later retired from the New Cumberland Army Depot in 2007. Larry was a published poet and was an excellent crossword puzzle solver. He also enjoyed listening to oldies music and spending time with his family and friends. Larry's witty nature always brought a smile to all that were surrounded by him, and he will be deeply missed and never forgotten. In addition to his loving wife Karen, Larry is survived by his daughter Stacey Kirkessner; and his grandson Nick Kirkessner. He is also survived by Jenny and Dave Sholly; Pamela (Albert) Coulson; his brother Mike Devine and wife Peggy; and numerous other family members. Funeral services will be held privately by the family under the direction of Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., of East York. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Larry's memory may be made to Memorial White Rose Hospice, 224 St. Charles Way, Suite 100, York, PA 17402. Share condolences at www.beckfunerals.com. www.pennlive.com/obits

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Published by Patriot-News from Jul. 26 to Jul. 31, 2022.

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Sherri Acker Harmon

July 30, 2022

With deepest sympathy Karen in the loss of your husband Larry. I still have the poem he wrote for the "Golden Girls". He was quite a character and made me laugh. Hugs to you as you celebrate his memory. Love, Sherri

Bobby Snyder

July 26, 2022

Dear Mike and Family
I am so saddened to learn of Larry´s passing. Larry, and you Mike, bring back fabulous memories of our high school years. The entire Devine family are in my prayers. Rest in Peace Larry. May your memory always be for a blessing

Bobby Snyder
Camp Hill, Pa
561-706-7686

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