1945
Larry
2019
Larry Thomas Brawn
February 25, 1945 — July 27, 2019
Larry Thomas Brawn passed away on July 27, 2019. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on February 25, 1945, he was the son of Thomas and Beatrice (Schuman) Brawn. He attended Wilson High School, SUNY Morrisville, and Niagara University where he received his Bachelor of Science degree.
Larry partnered with his father as a local Massey Ferguson dealer. He met his wife Muriel in college and they were married on August 6, 1966. Larry was employed by Occidental Chemical Corporation (Hooker Chemical) as an Accountant and Manager of the railcar fleet. He was a lifetime member of the Wilson Conservation Club, enjoyed fishing in the French River, was an avid hunter, and spent much of his time at the family hunting cabin in the Southern Tier.
Larry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Muriel (Faery); daughter Tanya (Joseph) Okoniewski of Ransomville; son Darren Brawn of Keller, Texas; and sister Renee (James) Reynolds. He was known as ‘Papa’ to five grandchildren, Collin (Anderson), Reid, Dalton, Austin, and Emma. He is also survived by one great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Larry was predeceased by his parents and his sister, Rosemary (William) Smith.
A memorial service will take place at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (4169 Church Road, Lockport, NY 14094) on Saturday, August 10 at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to the Wilson Conservation Club or a personal contribution to the charity of your choice in Larry’s name.
Arrangements were made by Westville Funerals, located in Greenville, SC. Please visit www.westvillefunerals.com
Larry partnered with his father as a local Massey Ferguson dealer. He met his wife Muriel in college and they were married on August 6, 1966. Larry was employed by Occidental Chemical Corporation (Hooker Chemical) as an Accountant and Manager of the railcar fleet. He was a lifetime member of the Wilson Conservation Club, enjoyed fishing in the French River, was an avid hunter, and spent much of his time at the family hunting cabin in the Southern Tier.
Larry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Muriel (Faery); daughter Tanya (Joseph) Okoniewski of Ransomville; son Darren Brawn of Keller, Texas; and sister Renee (James) Reynolds. He was known as ‘Papa’ to five grandchildren, Collin (Anderson), Reid, Dalton, Austin, and Emma. He is also survived by one great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Larry was predeceased by his parents and his sister, Rosemary (William) Smith.
A memorial service will take place at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (4169 Church Road, Lockport, NY 14094) on Saturday, August 10 at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to the Wilson Conservation Club or a personal contribution to the charity of your choice in Larry’s name.
Arrangements were made by Westville Funerals, located in Greenville, SC. Please visit www.westvillefunerals.com
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