I´m very saddened to hear that Larry has passed on. I lost touch with my best friend from early high school days in Wilmington, Ohio. I traveled with Larry and his mom and dad when he moved to Tampa in 1971. We were both 16 years old and talked about riding around Tampa in his 66 Mustang looking for girls! Larry loved that car!
I lost touch with Larry towards the end of his Airborne stint, and sadly never reconnected. Larry´s mom and dad (Mr. B) always treated me like a second son - stayed with them for 6 weeks that summer. I would love to connect through email to his children if they´re interested. I have many good stories about their dad´s earlier year´s that I could share. Larry, may you rest in peace in God´s loving hands. My email is [email protected]

Peggy Drolet Tomlinson

July 8, 2021

My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family in this time of grief.
He was my high school sweetheart and we thought we would marry however it was not to be.
He had wonderful parents who were very proud of him. His German heritage was important to him.
He was a gentleman, protector, treated people with respect and integrity.
He was devoted to his pets especially Zeus, the families´ German Shepherd.
I know he very much loved his daughter Crystal.
He loved his country, serving in the Army as a paratrooper. He served as a Deputy in the PCSO and met that challenge with his brothers and retiring.
He loved his cars to the point of obsession.
His smile and his laugh will always be with me! RIP

Dennis Russo

July 7, 2021

First met Larry while attending the FDLE Academy / SATC 13, ironically there were 13 of us in that class. You could tell Larry was a leader from the beginning. You could always count on Larry having coffee brewing in his room, brought his on hot plate and coffee pot. Larry was a work out fanatic, lifting weights, drinking coffee and smoking a cigarette at the same time in his room every day before class and after class.
I got to know him well by riding together to Tallahassee and spending approximately 3 months in the academy together. I was also fortunate to be on the Tampa SOT with Larry who was the team leader and to be partners during the I-95 fires in the vicinity of Daytona Beach. I was introduced to the Waffle House during that time, Larry´s favorite place to eat. I also learned about the washcloth in a baggie with alcohol from Larry.
Larry was a good friend to many but was all business during training which I respected.
The last time I saw Larry was at the VA hospital in Tampa. As I was looking for his room, I could hear his voice. He was sitting with a small group, in charge as always. I was hesitant to visit Larry because it had been a while since I last saw him and figured I was going to get chewed out. Turned out he was happy to see me but pointed out I had gained some weight! In spite of all he was dealing with he was in good spirits. As I´m writing this I can see his grin and hear his laugh!
Rest In Peace Larry!

Chad Daniel

July 5, 2021

He was a good man. Loved animals, always would rescue them and bring home or take them somewhere for help. He was great stepfather when I was growing up, strict but loving and did a good job. I had love for him then and still do. Lots of good memories . He probably has a job in heaven already keeping people in line and making sure there are no bad guys sneaking in l.o.l.

Floral

July 4, 2021

Rest In Peace Sir Larry

Tom Colbert

July 4, 2021

Larry was a long time friend and co-worker at PCSO and FDLE. He selfishly served his country in the US Army and as a career leo.
To say that they don't come much better than Larry would be an understatement. A great co-worker and better friend.
Larry's loving care and kindness of animals was just another testament to his character.
Sadly, he didn't get to enjoy a moment of his well deserved retirement. He fought the good fight for so many years that few could endure.
Rest in Heavenly Peace friend...

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