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Jerry M. Larrabee

FUNERAL HOME

McInerny Funeral Home

502 W. Water St.

Elmira, New York

Jerry Larrabee Obituary

Larrabee, Jerry M.

Age 69, passed away at home with his family by his side on Wednesday, February 3, 2016. Jerry was born in Elmira, NY and was a long time resident of Big Flats. He is survived by his wife Nancy of 42 years; sons Sean Larrabee, Stow, OH and Patrick Larrabee (Lynette DeMuth) Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Hope and Seth Larrabee, Stow, OH; brother Joseph Larrabee (Rico Rapisora) Hadley, NY; sister Theresa Creed (Edward) Solana Beach, CA; in-laws, Rita Larrabee Amelia Island, FL, Susan Dunlop Ithaca NY, Jim Dunlop (Joyce) Calgary, Alberta; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents Willis I. and Isabelle Lisi Larrabee and brother, retired U.S. Army Col. Willis F. "Bill" Larrabee. Jerry was a 1965 graduate of Southside High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served from 1965-68 with a tour in Vietnam. Jerry was the former President and owner of United Fire Equipment for over 30 years. Jerry was a great friend to all who knew him. He enjoyed life to the utmost and had a kind word and joke for everyone. Jerry loved his semi-annual "North/South" golf adventures, hunting, the "Hollow" get togethers, traveling to Aruba, Nova Scotia, and other vacation spots. Jerry was a member and volunteer of many organizations, including the Kiwanis Club, Elmira College Booster Club, Big Flats American Legion and White Eagles. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home on Monday February 8, 2016 from 4 to 7 pm. A funeral service will follow at 7:15 pm. Graveside committal prayers, with military honors will be held on Tuesday at 12:30 pm at Rural Home Cemetery in Big Flats. Those wishing to may make donations in Jerry's memory to the Big Flats American Legion, 45 Olcott Rd. S, Big Flats, NY 14841 or Wounded Warriors Project, National Processing Center, P.O. Box 758541, Topeka, KS 66675. PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE FOR CEMETERY SERVICE.

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Published by Star-Gazette from Feb. 6 to Feb. 8, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Larrabee

24 Entries

Vincent Damiano

January 31, 2020

Jerry, i will always remember the good times we had on Race Street. RIP my good friend.

Kim Koval

February 10, 2016

NANCY AND FAMILY,
I am sorry to learn of your loss. Although I never met Jerry, all accounts indicate he was a wonderful person. May you find peace in the coming days by remembering of the love and life you shared for so many years.

Paul Titus

February 9, 2016

To the Larrabee family: I will always have Jerry in my prayers...God Bless Jerry and his family.

Steve Lisi

February 9, 2016

Jerry was my older cousin, a great guy who I looked up to growing up as a youngster in Elmira, NY, often hanging out at the Larrabee home. Jerry was a leader who defended his country intime of need, he was always happy, and he was someone you wanted to be around. 'Glad I got to see him last year. God has a new best friend. Warm wishes to Nancy and family as God takes him home.

Joseph Larrabee

February 9, 2016

Thank you all for your words of support for Nancy, Sean and Patrick. Being with my brother Jerry before he passed away will be treasured moments. He kept true to his nature; joking, laughing and loving. He now is embraced in eternity with dad, mom and Billy, and all in our family in eternal love.

Robert Church

February 8, 2016

Nancy Sorry to hear about Jerry he was a great Friend and Cousin. I know he is with God and family. May peace be with you in this time of sadness but you must always remenber the great and good times you both had

richard dekoschak

February 8, 2016

sorry jerry past away, a cousin of me.

February 8, 2016

I am so happy that I saw Jerry when I was in Elmira last year. I have great memories of when we both lived on Race St. He was always fun and funny, and I will miss not seeing him on my trips back to Elmira.

Vince (Butch) Damiano
Sacramento, CA

Paul and Laura Hart

February 8, 2016

Nancy, Sean & Patrick -
Now, this was a great guy! Whether on the job at United Fire, or at a Kiwanis or Big Flats Community Days fundraiser or community service project, or at Willow Creek cruising around the driving range at breakneck speed, or, most memorably, at the backyard parties, campfires and volleyball games "on the Hollow", Jerry always had a good time! His gregarious nature and brimming enthusiasm mader him the perfect friend, neighbor, son, brother, husband and father. All who knew him will miss him, but they also will have more than a few memories that will make them smile and laugh. Godspeed to one-of-a-kind!

Nancy Riesbeck

February 8, 2016

Nancy and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that loving memories will hold and heal your broken hearts.

Michelle Mickley

February 7, 2016

I knew Jerry for many years thru his business. Always had a smile on his face. May he rest in peace and his family have comfort in his memories.

John McCarthy

February 7, 2016

Nancy and family, I have fond memories of Jerry in high school, always enjoyed his company. RIP Jerry.

Bonnie & Vince Silsbee

February 7, 2016

Nancy, Sean, Pat,
Sorry for your lost. We will cherish the memories forever.
RIP Jerry .

sharon beller (mull)

February 7, 2016

Such nice memories of our high school years, we lost touch over the years , but never the friendship. I am so sorry for your loss.....

Judy Eberle

February 7, 2016

Herrick St. neighbor. Enjoyed talking to Jerry when he checked fire extinguishers at St. Mary's. Rest in peace Jerry.
Judy Gantert Eberle

Nelson & Carol Smith

February 7, 2016

So sorry to hear of Jerry's passing Nancy. Was nice to have a chance to chat with him a few years ago in the Elbow Room. Lot of fond memories we have of Breed Hollow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Anthony Lisi

February 7, 2016

To one of my favorite nephews and boy could he fix hot peppers for us to eat.Nancy..Sean.Patrick Jerry will be missed by all who knew him.

Bill and Jean Kilmer

February 6, 2016

Wonderful memories of growing up as neighbors on Herrick and Lyon St. RIP friend. Deepest sympathy to all the family, and Joe and Theresa. The Kilmer family.

Dick Kozacko

February 6, 2016

Enjoyed the good times together at the Elmira College Booster Club activities and seeing Jerry at The White Club.

Linda Roark

February 6, 2016

Nancy and family so sorry for your loss.

Bob & Terry Storms

February 6, 2016

Nancy Sean and Pat our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. We will miss Jerry very much. We have a lot of fun time memories that will never be forgotten.

Dan Jurusik

February 6, 2016

Nancy,Sean and Patrick our thoughts and prayers are with you. The world is a little sadder place without Jerry. He will live forever in our memories. There are a lot of memories that bring a smile to everyone that knew Jerry. He will always be with us. We had a lot of laughs and good times on the Hollow because he was there.

Tom Wells

February 6, 2016

Nancy, Sean, and Patrick,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jerry was a great friend to all that knew him. I am thankful that he hired me and that I was able to work with him for 15 years. He always had a funny story that could cheer anyone up.
Thanks for he memories Jerry.

Paul Larrabee

February 6, 2016

Rest in peace Jerry M. Larrabee.

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