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SHREWSBURY - Lawrence J. "Larry" Flynn, Sr., 89, lifelong Shrewsbury resident, passed away peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, March 10, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at home.
Larry is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Ruth M. (Gustafson) Flynn; his children, Michael Flynn, Lawrence Flynn, Jr., Gretchen Thibodeau, and Stephen Flynn; nine grandchildren; his siblings, Daniel Flynn, Dorothy Mastrovito, and Patricia Yeomans; as well as many nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, the late Daniel D. and Mary D. "Molly" (Wells) Flynn, he was predeceased by his brothers, Richard and Vincent Flynn.
Born in Worcester, raised and educated in Shrewsbury, Larry was a graduate of Major Howard W. Beal High School. At 22, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict, serving his country proudly. Larry married his beloved Ruth on June 6, 1957 and they settled in Shrewsbury to raise their family. He then began his lengthy career as a salesman for the Parker-Danner Company, selling construction equipment for over two decades. In the late 1970's, Larry founded his own company, Flynn Plumbing and Heating, which he owned and operated until retirement.
He will be remembered for his love of animals, his skillful nature when it came to fixing and building, and his enjoyment of real estate and antiques. Above all, Larry cherished his family the most.
Services and burial, with military honors, will be held privately for Larry's family. The Britton - Shrewsbury Funeral Home is honored to be assisting with arrangements. To leave a note of condolence, or to share a fond memory of him, please visit www.brittonfuneralhomes.com
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Roger and Joanne Foley
May 19, 2021
My husband & I are former Shrewsbury residents (1980-2001) and had the pleasure of knowing Larry and his son, Stephen, who used to accompany his Dad on many jobs. Larry was more than "our plumber". He was a great person and our kids loved him too. My 41 year old son still remembers the time he saw Larry break a thick copper pipe in half- with his bare hands!! (Larry had earlier scored the pipe with his cutter and said to me 'watch this, I love to fool kids!") I can still remember the look of awe on my son's face!!! You never know whose lives you touch and the memories you create for someone else. All of us are richer today because of Larry's kindness, sense of humor and who he was. Our thoughts & prayers go out to all of you! Fondly, Joanne & Roger Foley
Ann ( Johnson) Leary
March 16, 2021
Dear Ruth and family, So sorry to hear of Larry´s passing. I have many fun memories of visiting your home with my parents. May he Rest In Peace.
Betty Cusson
March 13, 2021
Dear Ruth & Family, My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. I met
Larry once at one of our Courthouse parties where I had the pleasure
of working with you.
Ruth you had such a wonderful relationship with him &
remembering you talking about him at lunch with Nat & myself. May
he soar with the angels and R.I.P.
Lois Adams
March 13, 2021
I am very sorry to hear of Larry's passing.We had several conversations in the last year and I enjoyed talking to him.He was a good guy and a family man.
Fran & Judy Polito
March 12, 2021
Ruth & family Our deep & heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your beloved husband dad & Grandfather All nine of you!! also to Dan Dorothy & Pat Larry was certainly well respected & liked by all who knew him RIP
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