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Daniel LaRock Obituary

LaRock, Daniel L, 58, of fort Lauderdale and originally of South Glens Falls, died Tuesday. October 17, 2006 at the VanAllen Nursing Home in Little Falls, NY. Born November 9, 1947 in Saratoga Springs, he was the son of the late Cecil and Katherine (Farrell) LaRock. Dan graduated from South Glens Falls High School, class of 1964 and also attended Hudson Valley Community College in Troy. He was a Civil Engineer and was an inspector of bridges and roads in New York and Florida. He was also a professional entertainer, starting as a teenager at the Great Escape. This love evolved into a second career as a professional piano player and singer for many restaurants in the Florida area. Survivors include his sister, Katty LaRock of Schenectady; his brother, Jonathan of South Glens Falls; his niece, Lynn Milone and her husband Robb and their two children Tyler and Hanna of Wilton and several aunts and cousins. Friends may call from 9:30 to 10:30am on Monday, October 23, 2006, at M.B. Kilmer Funeral Home, 136 Main Street, South Glens Falls. For condolences, www.kilmers.com. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00am on Monday, October 23, 2006 at St. Michael the Archangel Church. 80 Saratoga Avenue, South Glens Falls. NY. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Daniel's memory to any Hospice organization of one's choice.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Oct. 18, 2006.

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June Griffith

October 25, 2006

I will miss but not forget you.Your friendship, laughter, our conversations and your pumpkin pies. Now the pain is gone and you can rest in peace. Always, June Bug.

Vinny DeMartino

October 21, 2006

I knew Danny from square dancing ... what a great guy ... always with a smile and never anything bad to say about anyone.

Sharon Farley Schiera

October 21, 2006

My deepest sympathy to the LaRock family at the loss of their beloved brother and uncle. While I didn't know Dan my heart goes out to you all.

Dottie Blanco

October 18, 2006

Danny, I will remember your nice smile and your friendliness towards me. Condolences to the LaRock Family.

Ron Goodsell

October 18, 2006

I would like to express condolences to the family at this time.

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