Lawrence D. Anastasi

ANASTASI, LAWRENCE D., 94 - of Longport, died August 6, 2007 at home. Formerly of Drexel Park, PA, he was a retired fashion buyer and merchandise manager for all the John Wanamaker department stores. He attended the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. In his early years, Larry attained the rank of Eagle Scout and was a drummer with the Boy Scout band. He was involved with numerous local charities and he particularly was an avid fundraiser for the United Way. Upon his retirement, he was instrumental in the design and development of several building projects for his son, Dr. Larry, Jr. Subsequently he became an integral part in the daily operation for the Medical Center of Margate. He is predeceased by his wife, Julia. He is survived by daughter Mrs. Monica Bove (Eugene); sons Dr. Michael J. Anastasi (Patricia) and Dr. Lawrence J. Anastasi; grandchildren Dr. John L. Gaffney (Bridget), Sharon J. Gaffney, James L. Gaffney (Vicki), David E. Bove (Kim), James B. Bove (Yoko) and six great-grandchildren. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 am, today, Aug. 7th, at Church of the Epiphany R.C. Church, Longport where friends may call beginning at 9 am. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Mays Landing. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to Gilda's Club Arrangements by the George H. Wimberg Funeral Home (www.ghwimberg.com).