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Died unexpectedly while on a fly fishing trip on Friday, November 1, 2013. Larry was the oldest of six children born to Carolyn and Arnold Piatti in San Francisco, California in 1952. He attended local schools and graduated from Marin Catholic High School. After graduating, Larry served as an Intern for US Congressman William S. Mailliard in Washington DC. He attended University of San Francisco and graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science.
Larry joined Carter Hawley Hale Stores for the start of his career. After a few years he entered media sales where he enjoyed great success with several broadcasting companies, including KSFO, KGO, KNEW, Major Market Radio, KRON and Comcast. Larry was admired and respected throughout the media industry.
Larry's love for the outdoors was reflected in his passion for fly fishing, hiking, gardening and photography. Larry was very involved in his local community as a member of the Marin County Rotary Club. He was a Vice Commodore of the Richardson Bay Yacht Club and involved in the Marin Catholic Alumnae Association. Larry also was a member of the Mt. Diablo, Golden Gate and Mt. Tamalpais Fly Fishing Clubs.
Larry is survived by his wife, Mary Sue, his parents Arnold and Carolyn Piatti, and his siblings, Victoria Piatti-Moore, Mark Piatti, Michele Piatti, Laura Piatti-Powell, and Mary Maciel in addition to numerous nieces and nephews. Larry was a devoted husband, son, brother and uncle to his family.
His family and friends will miss Larry's enthusiasm for life and enormous presence.
A mass in celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at St. Sebastian the Martyr Catholic Church in Kentfield at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the Tiburon Salmon Institute (www.tiburonsalmoninstitute.org) and the American Heart Association.
Monte's Chapel of The Hills, San Anselmo, CA
415-453-8440
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Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Piatti
Mamiko Kawaguchi
November 14, 2013
I am shocked to learn of your loss. Memories of him for me were gratitude & happiness in his life. I will take with me a clear stream with light reflecting the stunning glory of a Rainbow trout & thank Larry. My condolences to all of you. Mamiko Kawaguchi
Marie Whitworth
November 13, 2013
Carolyn and Arnold , I am so sorry to hear about Larry ! I'll miss him asking me "how's the Nursing business?" He was a great guy.
Shirley Crane
November 12, 2013
My condolences in the loss of our family member. My heart and prayers go out to all of you. All my love to you Mary Sue. Cousin Shirley
Carol, Tom, Kelly and Patrick Rosanelli
November 8, 2013
We will all miss Larry so much. So many Saturdays sitting on our couch, watching Irish football, or calling and texting my husband during games, a fellow Domer. But always stood up for my USF side when we talked colleges. Thank you Larry so much for being our friend. So lucky we got to know you.
Christa Nunez
November 8, 2013
Larry was always a joy to be around. His sense of humor and enormous humanity made him a much-valued colleague to all of us at Comcast. Our deepest condolences to his family.
Sue Ream
November 8, 2013
I knew Larry from the advertising business. He called on me during his sales career and was nothing but a gentleman of the old school. We had some fun times. My thoughts are with the entire Piatti family.
Bob Brackett
November 8, 2013
Shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of a great guy. I fondly remember our near-daily lunch escapes from the ever-tightening Comcast electronic leash. No surprise he was Fly-Fishing! My condolences to family & friends.
Edie Walters
November 7, 2013
Lots of love to Mary Sue and the family from a friend who shares your sorrow. It was indeed a privilege to know him, and he will be greatly missed.
Bill Bungeroth
November 6, 2013
Larry was someone who put you at ease and was fun to be around. A true gentlemen who made the world better for all that knew him.
American Heart Association
November 6, 2013
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
JOSEPH NEARY
November 6, 2013
God grant that I may live to fish -
Until my dying day-
And when it comes to my last cast -
I then most humbly pray -
When in the Lord's safe landing net -
I'm peacefully asleep
That in his mercy I be judged - As good enough to keep”
God Bless you Larry from a fellow fly fishermen
November 6, 2013
Larry was my brother-in-law and friend. Our family has great memories of our times together. We will especially remember Larry when Norte Dame football is on, there was no greater fan. We will miss you.
My condolances to Larry's family and Mary Sue, love you sis.
Candy Molter
November 6, 2013
Larry was one of the nicest persons on earth. I will miss him and his "million dollar smile" greatly. Nancy Willson
Mary Ellen Collins
November 6, 2013
I knew Larry for many many years in the Ad-Biz. He was a "ood buddy", and we shared a lot of history and friends.
I'm going to miss him...
I hope you catch that big trout in the sky Larry...
Mary Ellen Collins
San Francisco, CA
Nyna Cox
November 6, 2013
I knew Larry from his namesake restaurant-after work stop Piatti. He was always a gentleman and genuinely interested the health, happiness and success of those around him. His warm humor and generous smile will be missed.
Al Comolli
November 6, 2013
Words cannot express my shock and sorrow to hear of Larry's passing. Such great memories. May God bless and comfort the entire Piatti family.
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