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Lawrence Wrisley Obituary
Deerfield, MA - Lawrence A. "Larry" Wrisley, 83, of Crestview Dr., passed away November 30, 2023 at the Elaine Center for Extended Care in Hadley. Born in Greenfield, November 25, 1940, he was the son of the late William and Julia (Duda) Wrisley.
Larry grew up in Deerfield, graduating from Frontier Regional High School. He was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the Army Medical Corps from 1959 to 1961. After he returned, he went to Embalming School and in 1964 became a licensed Funeral Director. Larry worked the rest of his life running the Wrisley Funeral Home on Sugarloaf St. in South Deerfield. He also operated Wrisley Leasing Company and Deerfield Monument Company.
He married his wife Donna (Witkowski), spending their entire life in Deerfield raising their son Chad. He was very active in his community and loved taking care of the community during their times of need. He will be greatly missed.
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Whately Grange and PACC.
Larry leaves his wife Donna, son Chad, brother Harold (Jane), numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents William and Julia Wrisley and his daughter Pamela Wrisley.
Calling hours will be Wednesday, December 6, 2023 from 4 to 7pm at the Wrisley Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at the Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, 29 Sugarloaf St., South Deerfield at 11am. Burial will follow at Brookside Cemetery. All interested in attending Mass, go directly to the church.
Donations in Larry's memory can be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, T2T.Org, 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306 or Shriners Children's Hospital ,516 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Wrisley
Wills Family
December 12, 2023
Lawrence knew me when I was little and of course my whole family. We will miss him he was the kindness person to all. The Wills family sends their condolences to his family.
Mike Thomas
December 11, 2023
RIP my Friend. I know you are somewhere now where you are free from illeness and injury.
Mike Thomas, MSgt USAF/Deerfield Police Dept
Amy Griffin
December 7, 2023
So sad to hear of Larry´s passing. He was a constant and connection marking the end of an era. Remembering him from childhood and later days with his grace, humour & reliability in difficult times. May you rest in peace.
Leo Guglielmo
December 7, 2023
Mr Wrisley was not only remembered for sad and unfortunate times...but also for happy and festive times. I hired his limousine services many times for holiday rides to restaurants, and also a 50th wedding anniversary for my mom and dad, along with their best man and maid of honor ride to the Hilton Hotel for the large family get together. To my surprise, he supplied a bottle of champagne during the ride to the hotel...very thoughtful touch for the occasion.
Everybody will miss such a great man in the community.
Rest In Peace, Mr Wrisley.
God Bless.
Sincerely,
Leo Guglielmo
Debbi (Wysocki) Ventris
December 7, 2023
Thank you for your comfort in the loss of our loved ones and for all you did for your community and your family Larry. May you rest in peace knowing the comfort you have brought to so many others during your lifetime.
Beth Rossi
December 6, 2023
So very sorry to lose a wonderful neighbor. I will miss seeing him driving around the cul de sac to check out the other end of the street. He used to laugh at me for mowing my lawn (I think he thought my husband should be doing it!) And I know Cumbies has lost one of its finest customers. Condolences Donna and Chad.
Max Hartshorne
December 6, 2023
Farewell to the man about town who we´ve seen serving the community for decades. A familiar face we will miss.
Michael Motyl
December 6, 2023
Larry spent his lifetime in service to others, families usually in their darkest moments, navigating the loss of loved ones.
Such a remarkable path...
His work is done now, and he is at peace.
Let us celebrate Larry, and the life well lived...
For just as sure as there is a sunrise, then so too is Larry side-by-side with the Lord.
Paula & Joan Mogelinski
December 5, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we leave our condolences for such a WONDERFUL MAN! Larry had a heart of gold and always was a comfort to us in the loss of our parents..he just knew the right things to say. He was an Angel on Earth that has now returned Home! We will miss you Larry and the way you made us laugh...you were a one of a kind...May God give strength to Your family and may they find some comfort knowing you are safely Home and free of any pain!
Sherry and Chip
December 5, 2023
Larry was the kindest, most giving of himself to anyone in need that I have known.
Craig Dalrymple
December 5, 2023
So sorry for the families loss.
Susan Adamski
December 5, 2023
May you rest in peace Larry ,
Very sorry for your loss
Bob Adamski , Phx, Az
Deacon Rod Patten
December 5, 2023
I was blessed to know and work with Larry. His knowledge of people, families, cemeteries, and history of our town, and how to be a kind compassionate soul to help others in need, will be a great personal loss for everyone. My condolences to his family. Give it your best Larry!
LOUISE ANSANITIS
December 5, 2023
Larry in loving memory of a wonderful person my special cousin we will love you and miss you so much. rest in peace angels around you louise and steven Ansanitis
Barbara Pelis
December 5, 2023
Having recently lost my husband it was comforting to have Larry's caring and compassionate way to help myself and my family through our difficult time.
George Croteau SR.
December 5, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Larry's passing he's been a good friend for over 50 years he will be missed by all that knew him May he rest in God's hands
SUE ADAMSKI
December 5, 2023
Very Sorry for Your Loss
Bob Adamski
Nancy Wood
December 5, 2023
my thoughts and prayers are with Larry's family.
Wills Family
December 5, 2023
Lawrence was a good friend of my families we all send our condolences he was a great and kind person. He will be missed.
Chip
December 5, 2023
Ellen B Asselin
December 5, 2023
Larry took care of all the arrangements for the Raymond L BRADLEY and Edith Wolfram Bradley. We knew to Just call Larry. Larry moved the folks from South Deerfield to Port Salerno Florida as he was picking up a load of caskets in Ga on the way home. Prayers are with the family, Ellen Bradley Asselin
Patty Jablonski
December 5, 2023
"So long KIDDO"
William Wolfram
December 4, 2023
You will be Greatly Missed
Darryl Stringfield
December 4, 2023
Mr. Wrisley,
Even though I never got to meet you in person, I knew you had a loving and infectious personality that was shared with me through your son Chad. Chad would always tell me Mom and Dad says "Hi String!" I alway made sure that Chad knew to send my regards to you and Mrs. Wrisley as well. I will continue to check on Mrs. Wrisley and I will also make sure Chad is always in good spirits! Rest in Peace Mr. Wrisley, and one day I hope to meet you on the other side!
-String
Jack Cooper
December 4, 2023
I have been witness to Larry's remarkable service to the community and glad to have worked with him along the way. Will miss him.
Laura and Lenny Kokoski
December 4, 2023
Thank you Larry for your help, with a difficult time for me. Rest in peace.
Jean Olanyk
December 4, 2023
I am so grateful for the thoughtful and knowledgeable care Larry gave me and my family when Tom passed away. Knowing he was in charge of things took some of the burden off out shoulders. May he rest in peace.
Ashlie (Bartos) Machon
December 4, 2023
Larry was always a beacon of light during our families most difficult times. I can't express how grateful we were for his presence, his kind words and his perfectly timed wit. He will be missed tremendously by all in our community. Sending the family love and strength.
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