Lawrence Robert Finazzo went to meet his Savior on June 14, 2020. Born on July 6, 1944 in Erie, the son of John and Helen Finazzo, Larry graduated from Tech Memorial High School in 1963 with a Certificate in Drafting. He also attended Gannon University as well. He proudly served four years in the U.S. Navy as Classified Security Agent in Bremerhaven, Germany and two years in the Reserves.
Larry was a proud family man who valued hard work, his love of God, and fondness for animals and gardening. His love of horticulture began with his childhood watching his father and uncles joyfully tend to theirs. Every year he would find his solace in each hundred-foot row. He worked relentlessly at his full-time job, concrete jobs at night and on weekends, and somehow made his way into the acre garden to ?relax?.
He began his post-military career as a draftsman for Fenestra Door and Frame Corporation and worked his way up to Manager of Purchasing for 31 years. When Fenestra closed in 1995, he was hired by James P. McBrier as Vice President of Sterling Railing where he helped grow the company exponentially until it’s sale.
In his ?retirement?, he also worked as a promoter and until his passing, a proud school bus driver for Northwestern School District. He was an active member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Crossingville and previous member and Deacon at First Baptist Church in Edinboro where he leaves many friends that were like family to him. He also was a proud member of PROBUS Businessman?s Association and served on the board in various capacities.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Barbara Machacek Finazzo; his children, son Michael (Cathy) Finazzo of Westminster, MD, son Lawrence (Tricia) Finazzo of Edinboro, and daughter Monica Finazzo; a sister, Nancy Pinna of Sun City, AZ; brothers, John (Pat) Finazzo of Harborcreek and Joe (Marsha) Finazzo of Millcreek; and his grandchildren, Samantha, Sofia, Michaela, and Isabella.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Helen Taccone Finazzo; brothers, Rocco Finazzo and Jerome Finazzo; and sisters, Angie Young Finazzo and Joanne Finazzo LoPiccolo.
Funeral services will be private at Van Matre Family Funeral Home in Edinboro, and committal and burial will take place at Edinboro Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Because You Care (www.becauseyoucare.org).
Larry touched our family in many ways, his professionalism at work, his friendliness and calm demeanor, his generosity and sincerity towards everyone, may his kind and gentle soul rest in peace. We will miss him.
Dear Barb and family,
What a kind and wonderful man!
May God?s peace be with you all.
In Christian Love,
Laura
The WLD Ranch staff offer our condolences to Barb and the rest of the family. May the Lord be your comfort and peace at this time.
Barb and family, so sad to hear of Larrys passing. So glad to have had the opportunity to meet with him as co-workers at Fenestra. And then the times we bumped into each other later. A real straight shooter. He talked to ya. Wish we would had a lot more time together. A MAN OF MEN. Save a place for me brother. Keep the faith Barb
Barb, Michael, Larry, Monica, Spouses and Grandkids,
We want to express our sincere condolences for download of our friend Larry. Such a fun, loving man!
Hugs and prayers at this timw. Hold right to the memories and the promise to see him again.
Rex, Laurie, Michelle and Mike Sprowls
Barb, am so sorry to hear that Larry passed away. Whenever I ran into Larry, I knew if I looked, Barb would be close….if we didn?t stop to chat, it was always a smile and a wave….the neighborhood has lost another great guy
Dear Finazzo Family..our deepest condolences & prayers to your family. Larry was my Supervisor at Sterling Dula. As Purchasing Mgr he always appreciated & trusted me ” for watching his back” with finances. My wife Patti & I would bump into Larry at the store & always would be able to strike up conversations to enjoy! Our Dear Lord comfort you as our God welcomes Larry home.
Allan & Patti Clem
I am so very sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I worked with him driving school vans at NWHS for a short bit. He was such a friendly, loving, sweet man that I am so glad I got to know. Prayers to his family. Until we meet again Larry ?
Dear Barb and Family, Im very sorry for the loss of your husband and father. I enjoyed many conversations with Larry and his upbeat attitude and sincere personality. He will be sorely missed. Im honered to have known him. My prayers are with you. Ron Larson
Barb and all. I was saddened to learn of Larry’s home-going. I find it hard to put into a few words the good memories of my friend and brother in Christ. He was a Christian in every aspect of the word–in his faith and his life. He blessed my life and that of others. He was a steadfast friend and wise counselor. I know that he loved you all dearly. Every conversation we had included updates of your lives. Your welfare was his lifelong concern. Quite obviously you will miss him. Please take comfort in that he is with the Lord and that one day we will be also. My prayer is that you may know God’s special peace during this time.
Barbara and family, we are so sorry to hear about Larry. He was a great guy and we had many good conversation over the years Our prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of loss. God bless your family.
Barb, Michael, Cathy, Samantha,Michaela, Monica, Sofia, Larry, Tricia, and Isabella,
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in prayer, praying you feel God’s arms wrapped around you, holding you close to His heart. I’m going to miss taking to Larry–he had such a heart of gold! Love and hugs to you all.
Barb and the entire Finazzo family…our deepest sympathy and prayers with the passing of Larry. I have not seen him in quite a while but when we met by chance in a store the conversation was enjoyable.
To the entire Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I had a nice conversation with him at my father’s funeral in March. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
My prayers and condolences to Larry?s family. We served on the YMCA board together for years and had wonderful conversations. I ran into Larry several times in the past few years and thoroughly enjoyed each time we?d stop and chat. God Bless him and peace be with all of his family.
Wonderful guy…my life was added to by knowing Larry. We laughed at times, serious at times and I know he is with His God in heaven. May comfort your hearts and give you His peace.
The KWIAT FAMILY.
I am saddened by the loss of another great friend, however Larry openly confessed his trust in Jesus Christ as his savior, and was welcomed into Heaven.
I had the good fortune to be hired by Larry for a position at Sterling Dula, and a few months later i lost both parents in a 30 day period.
I will never, ever forget the love and compassion from Larry when he wrapped his arms around me at the funeral homes . Larry and Barb and his son always made me feel like family.
I pray that his family and friends will know the peace during this time that Larry would want, and God will provide.
Barb and family so sorry for your loss Larry was a great friend he will be missed