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Lorenzo Calvi Obituary
"Larry" Calvi
UNION VALE - Lorenzo G. "Larry" Calvi, 65, a resident of the Town of Union Vale since 1992 and formerly of Lewisboro and Yonkers, died on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at the Montrose VAMC following a long illness.
Born in Marina Di Gioiosa Ionica, Italy on June 21, 1946, he was the son of George and Carmela Panetta Calvi. He proudly served our country in the US Marine Corps in Da Nang during the Vietnam War. From 1982-1998, he was the owner and operator of King Pizza & Restaurant, Hastings-on-Hudson. He was a parishioner of Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Church, a volunteer with the Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Department and a member of the Millbrook VFW. Larry had an incredible lust for life enjoying football, racquetball, racing cars and motorcycles. He enjoyed the teenagers who hung out at his pizza shop and loved spending time with his family on the farm. On July 18, 1982 at Christ the King Church in Yonkers, Larry married Mary Jean Figura who survives at home. He is also survived by his sons, Andrew and Matthew Calvi; his brother, George Calvi and his wife Enna of Valhalla; his sister, Elena Barillaro and her husband Alfred of Yonkers; his brother-in-law, Andrew Figura and his wife Pat of Sherman, CT; his sister-in-law, Sr. Madonna Figura, SSCM of Sayre, PA; and his nieces and nephews, Erica, Alex, Pamela, Laura, Alfred, Inna and Mackenzie. He was predeceased by his siblings, Franco, Philip and Carmela Calvi.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 10:00am at Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Church, 1925 Route 82, LaGrangeville followed by interment in the Clove Cemetery with military honors.
Memorial donations may be made to Tymor Park Scholarship Fund, 89 Shaughnessy Road, LaGrangeville, NY 12540 or Blessed Kateri Music Ministry, 1925 Route 82, LaGrangeville, NY 12540.
For driving directions or to send the family an online condolence, please visit www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lorenzo Calvi
Barbara Elsroth
October 13, 2019
This is such a great memorial to have after someone has passed away. I am very fortunate because I just had a new grandson and when my son and daughter-in-law told me that they were calling the baby Lorenzo, how could I not recall my former classmate, Lorenzo Calvi? I told them about what a great guy he was and that we practically grew up together through 2 schools. Funny, but I will always have a reminder of a great guy and classmate.
Robert Muscari
October 12, 2019
What can you say about a guy who was such a great person.He was 1 year behind me In hawthorne JHS.Philip and me were In the same class and he was another great guy.Every once inawhile Philip
would surprise the class with boxes of pizza from their father's Pizzeria on south broadway where we
all hung around.Great family Lorenzo will be remembered in my heart and Phil forever.R.I.P.
November 5, 2011
Hi Mary Jean, So very sorry to hear about Larry! Cousin Maura Mytych Brennan just told me. My wife Dawn (Babak) knew the Calvi's from her neighborhood on Jody La. We'll keep you and your family in our prayers!
Cousin Lou Mytych
November 3, 2011
To Mary & family: I am so sorry for your lose. I went to school with Larry in Yonkers and he was a great person. Kathy (Kilbride) Clavie
(Brewster,NY)
Craig Petith
October 24, 2011
I no longer live in NY, but have never found a better slice of pizza than what you could get from King Pizza. I spent many afternoons eating and BSing there, and hope that the next generations have something like this for their afternoons as well.
Thank you Larry, for those great times we had at King Pizza. As a Patriot Guard Rider, thank you Larry for your service to this country. You will be missed.
Cindi Costello-Hall
October 24, 2011
Dear Mary,
So sorry for your loss. Larry was a huge part of my childhood. Hanging out in King pizza, playing Donkey Kong and being called Carol. One of many happy memories growing up in Hastings.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
October 23, 2011
To Mary & Family, who could ever forget Lorenzo (Larry) from Hawthorne JHS. So sad for your loss, words cannot express. Lorenzo earned his reward in Heaven "well done, my good & faithful servant" until we meet again.
Cathy Troia
formerly Yonkers,New York
Ethan Kanfer
October 21, 2011
To the Calvi family: I am sorry for your loss. I grew up in Hastings, and Larry was a part of all our childhoods. He was always great with us kids when we came in for a slice. He made us feel welcome and always had a smile and a joke for us, along with all that great pizza. He was a wonderful guy and will be missed. His life touched many others. The memories will always be there.
Claudia Weil
October 21, 2011
I have fond memories of Larry from my days of hanging out at King Pizza. My friends and I would eat pizza, play the jukebox, and watch the world go by on Warburton.
Joanie Ferraro
October 20, 2011
I met Larry in the early 80's when he was dating Mary. At the time, I was dating Mary's brother.
I recall many happy times spent within the Calvi/Figura families: Larry & Mary's wedding where Mary, (with guitar) sang in the most angelic voice to her new husband a most touching rendition of John Denver's "Follow me" (?) as Larry beamed with pride & adoration.
I recall fun-loving times at the pizzeria, one in particular being the private family/friends party for the store's newest location.
I remember Larry relating, in light-hearted, humorous detail, Mary's episode with the birth of their second son. Mary's recollection of how much "fun" it was vastly differed from Larry's.
There was the memorable Calvi family Easter dinner, to which the Calvi's so graciously included me. I think that the number of courses (6 or 7?) were actually equivalent to the hours spent at the dining room table! The food, as well as the company, was exquisite & one of "the most authentic" Italian dinners I have attended.
Most of all, I recall Larry's exhuberant smile, his quick unabashed humor, and his ability to make anyone feel at ease.
With his ear to ear grin, Larry was the kind of person who (just by looking at him) inspired you to have a brighter day!
May God now be smiling upon Larry....
With heartfelt sympathy to Mary & family -
October 20, 2011
Dear George and family,
I was so very sorry to hear about your brother Larry's passing. My thoughts are prayers are with all of you.
Penny Paderewski
October 20, 2011
George and Family,
Please accept condolences on the loss of your brother Larry.
Sincerely,
Abe and Pat Zambrano
October 20, 2011
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF LARRY'S PASSING WE LIVED ABOVE KING
PIZZA AND BESIDES THE PIZZA LOVED THEM ALL WE ALL KNOW THAT THE ANGELS WILL BE ENJOYING PIZZA NOW
THE BRAZIL FAMILY
Tim Brazil
October 19, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Larry. I will always remember his sharp humor, his wonderful family, the Friday Eggplant Parmesan wedges, his Lotus, making pizza boxes for a cup of Italian ice and much much more. Back in the day, King Pizza was a hub of activity that brought everyone together in Hastings. It was when Hastings was a neighborhood. Without him and King Pizza, I would have missed an important part of my life that I will always cherish. I can still hear him saying... "I'm here to help you - and take your money too." :)
Thanks Uncle Larry
shaun morano
October 19, 2011
Matt and family.I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father and husband. He is at peace now.
JILL PEARSON
October 19, 2011
To the Calvi Family, Please accept my condolences on your loss. Larry was a treasure of Hastings, one who can never be replaced. He didn't call me "Carol", he called me "English" because of my British parents, so I always felt special! I spent more hours in that pizza shop than I care to admit, all of them having a blast with Larry, eating the best pizza ever. May he rest in eternal peace.
Jim & Kathleen Dougan
October 19, 2011
Dear Mary, Andrew and Matt, Kathleen and I are sorry for your loss. Unfortunately we never had the pleasure of knowing Larry but our prayers are for you Mary, and your sons that you will find the peace of the Lord to comfort you and give you strength. Love Jim and Kathleen Dougan
Andy Kelleher
October 18, 2011
To the Calvi family - May the Good Lord send you peace in this difficult time. Larry will always be remembered fondly by the friends he made. I will especially remember his letting me come in out of the weather on rainy days when I was on "Post 1" for the Hastings PD. Even gave me a break on the price of the slice! Rest easy, brother.
Marianne Morgante
October 18, 2011
I have so many great memories of Larry at King Pizza. How he always remembered our family liked our crust well done, and eggplant was only on Fridays, and how all the girls were called Carol. Halloween nights after trick or treating all over town, we always finished up at King Pizza. Larry, we will all miss you. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Rest in Peace.
October 18, 2011
I will always remember Larry and King pizza he was a staple in our childhood, our first meal in hastings was a Pie from King Pizza he was a legend...RIP
Barbara Elsroth
October 18, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Calvi Family. I went to PS#3 and Hawthorne Jr. High with Lorenzo. I remember his Father's pizza place on South Broadway. Never saw him after we went to different High Schools but talk with other Yonkers kids about the pizza parlor. So sorry to hear of his passing. He was a great kid in school and from what I am reading about him in later life, he was just as great then.
Deepest Sympathy,
Barbara Elsroth
Joanne Slavin Rocker
October 18, 2011
Dear Calvi Family, I grew up in Hastings and have fond memories of Larry, his family, and King Pizza. Larry was a great guy, and I enjoyed his constant teasing and banter! He was definitely a huge part of Hastings history and will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Lori Brink Moore
October 18, 2011
To the Calvi family, my heart felt sympathy to all of you. As a child growing up in Hastings we all thought of Larry as the King of Pizza. His ability of making you feel at home, cared for and remembered made him one of a kind. He was friends with my Mother while a member of the Yonkers motorcycle club. He knew my Aunts my brothers and sisters and treated us like we were a part of his family. When I had children of my own he welcomed them right into the fold. He shared himself with all of the people he came into contact with. His kind heart will always be with those of us that had the privilege of knowing him. My condolences and prayers are with all of you. May Larry rest peacefully with God for eternity.
A Kings Pizza Fan
October 18, 2011
My condolences to the Calvi family
bruce thompson
October 18, 2011
my sister Jean Thompson(Fedak) would drive all the way from Massachusets to have a slice of Larry's King Pizza. Plain Pizza never since
October 18, 2011
I worked with Larry and Phil for years at King Pizza. I have very fond memories of Larry especially when the kids came in and he address them CHILL DRENNNN!!! We had a lot of laughs. He will be missed by young and old alike. My thoughts and prayers are with the Calvi family . Sorry for such a deep loss. Maryann Florin Bradley Yonkers N.Y.
A Customer
October 18, 2011
I can hear Larry now, upon arriving in heaven and meeting his maker. "Excellent choice" Thank you Larry for all the pizza, atmosphere and originality. God bless you.
Noelle Brownson
October 18, 2011
I have the fondest memories of King Pizza & Larry. When in jr high, my rabbits had more rabbits & Larry adopted one of them. He always had a funny story for me about what that rabbit was doing. He claimed it roamed his house & used a cat box!
October 18, 2011
To The Calvi Family, I offer my condolences for your loss. I will always fondly remember Larry and how he joked with all the Hastings kids and his warm smile when I used to come in to the pizza shop. My Thoughts and prayers are with you.
~Robert M. Lisanti
Linda Cammisa-Leahy
October 18, 2011
Mary,
Sorry to hear about Larry. I was one of his people that usta make pizza boxes for him. Than he gave me my first job I was only 16 .He was a great person to work for and with. He was very patient. I loved the whole family. He will be greatly missed. Not good by Uncle Larry but see you later.
Charlie Abrahams
October 18, 2011
RIP Larry. You were a large part of my childhood memories of growing up in Hastings. Your laughter, smile and always knowing everyone's name will never be forgotten.
My condolences to your wife and your children.
Kim Feeley
October 18, 2011
Larry is one of a kind and always made us all smile...He never forgot a name since we were all named Carol...prayers and heart felt thoughts for his family
Scott Harris
October 18, 2011
Rest in Peace Larry! You and King Pizza were a very big part of my childhood, The best pizza in town! Yes always "the children's friend" I'll always miss my Uncle Larry.
Karen Briefer-Gose
October 18, 2011
Larry, you were the best. I still miss your pizza and all the banter. Rest in Peace. And thanks for rescuing me from a bully outside the pizza place one day.
Thomas Martin
October 18, 2011
Dear Mary:
It is with the greatest sadness that I read of Uncle Larry's passing. King's was a second home to me, in both locations, between the age of 10 and when I moved from Hastings at 29. I live in Colorado and am forced to make my own pizza if I want a decent Pizza and I credit Uncle Larry each time one of my friends or neighbors ask where I learned to make Pizza. A picture of the original store on the corner, taken from the VFW lawn actually hangs in my law office in Fort Collins, Colorado. I will neer forget the dazzling speed with which he could add up a bill and his slogan "Uncle Larry, the children's friend".
Please accept my condolences and my deepest sympathies.
Red
a/k/a Thomas Martin
liane pisani-van aken
October 18, 2011
Larry will always be a part of my childhood memories. I was one of those teens that spent hours at King Pizza. I always thought Larry thought us teens were a pain in the butt, but you could tell by the look on his face he was happy to see us and would joke around and we all would laugh. My prayers are with you all. Liane E. Pisani-Van Aken
Mary Alice & Robert Forcelli
October 18, 2011
Mary Jean,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Larry. We go back so many years to the pizza store in Hastings and your teaching Kara at Christ the King. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
Mary Alice & Robert Forcelli
October 18, 2011
MARY, ANDREW & MATTHEW: MAY ALL YOUR MEMORIES GET YOU THROUGH THIS TIME OF SORROW. MAY LARRY REST IN PEACE. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU. DEBBY & DON HIGGINS (LAGRANGEVILLE, NY)
roberto muscari
October 18, 2011
to the calvi family,I offer my deepest condolences and pray loenzo is at
peace.I lost contact after serving in the navy.We went to hawthorne jhs.
All the guy's enjoyed pizza on south b'way together and laughed at his
brother philip who would come out with the unexpected.And there dad
who on occasion send pizza to school.R.I.P. Lorenzo.Bob Muscari
Damar and John Osika
October 18, 2011
Mary Jean, Andrew & Matthew,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
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