Lawrence Joseph Hanratty

Lawrence Hanratty passed away peacefully in his home in Sarasota, Florida on April 19, 2024. He was 83 years old. Lawrence was born in the Bronx, New York on November 15, 1940 to parents James and Sarah. After his discharge from the Navy, Lawrence worked for Con Edison Power Company. He became a Sandhog, where he helped build the underground waterways and tunnel systems of New York. Lawrence loved life and his spontaneous humor was loved by all. He enjoyed playing golf and poker, live music, travel, and was an active member in the Sarasota Bay Parrot Head Club for 24 years.
Lawrence was predeceased by his wife of 29 years, Catherine (Kitty) and his sister, Margaret (Peggy).
He is survived by his wife Marla, son and daughter-in-law, James and Amber; grandchildren, Ella and Bronx; brothers John and Arthur (Artie), and sister, Kathleen Johnson.
Memorial Services will be performed at the Sarasota National Cemetery on Wednesday May 15, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that money be sent to one of the Parrot Head Club charities.