Lawrence E. Cooper of Massapequa, NY passed away on Wednesday, November 25th, 2020 at the age of 77. Lawrence was born in Islip, NY on October 21, 1943 to Bridget Long. As a son of an Irish immigrant, Larry lived his childhood in Kings Park, NY where he was the youngest brother to Frederick andContinue Reading
Lawrence E. Cooper of Massapequa, NY passed away on Wednesday, November 25th, 2020 at the age of 77. Lawrence was born in Islip, NY on October 21, 1943 to Bridget Long. As a son of an Irish immigrant, Larry lived his childhood in Kings Park, NY where he was the youngest brother to Frederick and John (both predeceased). Lawrence was drafted into the Vietnam War to serve in the Army Corp of Engineers. Upon his return, he pursued a Bachelor’s Degree of Arts from Queens College. After getting his CPA, he became a senior partner at Chassin Levine Rosen and Company. Around that time he also met and married the love of his life, Mary Ann Mele; they were married for 27 years until her death in 1996.
Lawrence was a dedicated and loving father to his children, Lisa Fahey, Jennifer Pace, and Brian Cooper; as well as to his sons-in-law Dayve Pace and Pat Fahey and daughter-in-law, Zena Cooper. Due to his wife’s Mary Ann’s untimely death, he had to take on the role of both mom and dad. He took his role seriously and supported them through their lives’ milestones. Lawrence’s grandchildren, Delaney, Cooper, Aidan, and Arden were the light of his life. He looked forward to spending time with them, particularly at Christmas Eve, which he proudly hosted for over 20 years.
Lawrence was known for his dry and witty sense of humor as well as his love of a good political debate on social media. In his spare time, he was an avid golfer and history buff of the Civil War. Lawrence also enjoyed traveling to his favorite destinations of Ireland, Spain, and Italy.
Lawrence Cooper was an exemplary man and touched many people’s lives. He will be sorely missed by his friends and family.
Barry Kolber
left a message on January 30, 2022:
I worked with Larry when he was with Chassin levine and Rosen. He was a great guy and a good personal friend. Sadly I moved a lot and lost touch with many from my past. Currently living in Salem, Oregon. I don't know what else to say other than Larry was one of the good guys.
Barry Kolber
left a message on January 30, 2022:
I worked with Larry when he was with Chassin levine and Rosen. He was a great guy and a good personal friend. Sadly I moved a lot and lost touch with many from my past. Currently living in Salem, Oregon. I don't know what else to say other than Larry was one of the good guys.
Jeffrey Tunkel
left a message on December 2, 2020:
So sorry to hear about your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Larry at Chassin Levine & Rosen, and will always remember his kindness, caring and opinions.
Gary Sucher
left a message on December 1, 2020:
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences. May he rest in peace.
Anita Louie
left a message on December 1, 2020:
Jen:
I am truly sorry for your lost, My deepest condolences to you and your family, May time help you to heal and bring you peace.
Anita
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Wendy
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Be assured of our loving and prayer support for you and family during this very difficult time. Eternal rest grant unto on Mr. Lawrence O God and let perpetual light shine upon him; may his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen
Pamela
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Please accept my deepest sympathy. May your wonderful memories with your Dad comfort you. May he rest in peace.
Gary Dean
left a message on November 30, 2020:
To the entire Cooper family I extend my condolences. I know Jenn well but she has spoken for so long about her family that I feel like I know all of you.
Again I am so sorry for your loss. Be well and be safe.
Shanu
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Hello Jenn, My condolences to you and your family, it's extremely painful to lose our parents, no matter how old we are. we feel losing them makes us lose part of us.
it's will of God, May God be with him.
Lily Li
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Jennifer, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May the soul of your father rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gregoria Urena
left a message on November 30, 2020:
I pray to the Lord that you and your family find comfort through the wonderful memories that a loving father leave behind. May you always feel his presence .. RIP
Maria Mecca
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Jennifer, my condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father. May he rest in peace.
Joel A. Pope
left a message on November 29, 2020:
In memory of Lawrence E. Cooper, Joel A. Pope lit a candle
Siobhan Kopek
left a message on November 29, 2020:
Larry loved to tease! Lisa Jen and Brian he was so proud of you all and his grandchildren were also the light of his life! I am so truly sorry for you all. Such a tragic loss for you and the entire family. Love you cousin Larry ...the one who loved Kings Park!! This is how he signed every message to me!
John and Martina Kelly
left a message on November 29, 2020:
Deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad. He was a great guy that will be truly missed. Gone but never forgotten.
Michael D. LoPuzzo
left a message on November 28, 2020:
With my heartfelt sympathy.
Your friend,
Michael LoPuzzo
Michael D. LoPuzzo
left a message on November 28, 2020:
My deepest condolences for your terrible loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Anna Gualandi
left a message on November 28, 2020:
Condolences to Larry's family and friends from the Mason family. He was taken too soon and will be missed.
We didn't get together often, but when we did, Larry always had a warm smile and good conversation. John has many fond memories of his Kings Park cousins.
Peace and love to all.
Margaret McErlane
left a message on November 28, 2020:
Someone once told me that the dash between the year of our birth and death on a prayer card, represents all the memories we have of our loved one. Although different for each of us, those memories are what we will take with us as we remember Larry in the days, months, and years ahead.
I will smile when I remember how he tormented the heck out of me about my Barbie Dolls when I would spend a few days at his Mom’s during Christmas breaks! He also loved Ireland as much as I do. Every time I would head over, he reminded me that I was supposed to be weeding his garden over there!
To Larry’s family, I know the “dash” will be filled with never ending memories for each of you. God bless you all during this very sad time. He was a good man and will be missed.
RIP my friend.
The Morans
left a message on November 28, 2020:
Our heartfelt condolences to Larry’s children and the entire family on this loss. He was such a kind and generous man, he really made the neighborhood a warm and friendly place to live. We knew what a devoted family man Larry was just by how he would light up when he spoke about his children and grandchildren. We will miss him greatly. Again, we send our sympathies during this trying time.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dennis Stein
left a message on November 28, 2020:
So sad to hear of Larry’s passing. He was a great guy and will be dearly missed. Sad ending to a 52 year friendship. Stay strong Jen, Brian, and Lisa. He would’ve wanted you to. Love from Uncle Dennis
Marty Molloy
left a message on November 28, 2020:
RIP old friend. Though we haven't seen each other in years, we enjoyed our time together on social media. I loved your sense of humor and our long standing joke about how you stole my pants when we were in the service together at Ft. Jackson NC. I will miss you and offer my sincere condolences to your beautiful family.
MARY Kozlik
left a message on November 28, 2020:
Dear Jen & family.....So sorry for your heartbreak. I sat across from your Dad at a celebration for the Pace’s & enjoyed his company & conversation so much. I know you gave him much joy.
Massapequa Funeral Home
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Barry Kolber
left a message on January 30, 2022:
I worked with Larry when he was with Chassin levine and Rosen. He was a great guy and a good personal friend. Sadly I moved a lot and lost touch with many from my past. Currently living in Salem, Oregon. I don't know what else to say other than Larry was one of the good guys.
Barry Kolber
left a message on January 30, 2022:
I worked with Larry when he was with Chassin levine and Rosen. He was a great guy and a good personal friend. Sadly I moved a lot and lost touch with many from my past. Currently living in Salem, Oregon. I don't know what else to say other than Larry was one of the good guys.
Jeffrey Tunkel
left a message on December 2, 2020:
So sorry to hear about your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Larry at Chassin Levine & Rosen, and will always remember his kindness, caring and opinions.
Gary Sucher
left a message on December 1, 2020:
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences. May he rest in peace.
Anita Louie
left a message on December 1, 2020:
Jen:
I am truly sorry for your lost, My deepest condolences to you and your family, May time help you to heal and bring you peace.
Anita
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Wendy
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Be assured of our loving and prayer support for you and family during this very difficult time. Eternal rest grant unto on Mr. Lawrence O God and let perpetual light shine upon him; may his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen
Pamela
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Please accept my deepest sympathy. May your wonderful memories with your Dad comfort you. May he rest in peace.
Gary Dean
left a message on November 30, 2020:
To the entire Cooper family I extend my condolences. I know Jenn well but she has spoken for so long about her family that I feel like I know all of you.
Again I am so sorry for your loss. Be well and be safe.
Shanu
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Hello Jenn, My condolences to you and your family, it's extremely painful to lose our parents, no matter how old we are. we feel losing them makes us lose part of us.
it's will of God, May God be with him.
Lily Li
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Jennifer, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May the soul of your father rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gregoria Urena
left a message on November 30, 2020:
I pray to the Lord that you and your family find comfort through the wonderful memories that a loving father leave behind. May you always feel his presence .. RIP
Maria Mecca
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Jennifer, my condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father. May he rest in peace.
Joel A. Pope
left a message on November 29, 2020:
In memory of Lawrence E. Cooper, Joel A. Pope lit a candle
Siobhan Kopek
left a message on November 29, 2020:
Larry loved to tease! Lisa Jen and Brian he was so proud of you all and his grandchildren were also the light of his life! I am so truly sorry for you all. Such a tragic loss for you and the entire family. Love you cousin Larry ...the one who loved Kings Park!! This is how he signed every message to me!
John and Martina Kelly
left a message on November 29, 2020:
Deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad. He was a great guy that will be truly missed. Gone but never forgotten.
Michael D. LoPuzzo
left a message on November 28, 2020:
With my heartfelt sympathy.
Your friend,
Michael LoPuzzo
Michael D. LoPuzzo
left a message on November 28, 2020:
My deepest condolences for your terrible loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Anna Gualandi
left a message on November 28, 2020:
Condolences to Larry's family and friends from the Mason family. He was taken too soon and will be missed.
We didn't get together often, but when we did, Larry always had a warm smile and good conversation. John has many fond memories of his Kings Park cousins.
Peace and love to all.
Margaret McErlane
left a message on November 28, 2020:
Someone once told me that the dash between the year of our birth and death on a prayer card, represents all the memories we have of our loved one. Although different for each of us, those memories are what we will take with us as we remember Larry in the days, months, and years ahead.
I will smile when I remember how he tormented the heck out of me about my Barbie Dolls when I would spend a few days at his Mom’s during Christmas breaks! He also loved Ireland as much as I do. Every time I would head over, he reminded me that I was supposed to be weeding his garden over there!
To Larry’s family, I know the “dash” will be filled with never ending memories for each of you. God bless you all during this very sad time. He was a good man and will be missed.
RIP my friend.
The Morans
left a message on November 28, 2020:
Our heartfelt condolences to Larry’s children and the entire family on this loss. He was such a kind and generous man, he really made the neighborhood a warm and friendly place to live. We knew what a devoted family man Larry was just by how he would light up when he spoke about his children and grandchildren. We will miss him greatly. Again, we send our sympathies during this trying time.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dennis Stein
left a message on November 28, 2020:
So sad to hear of Larry’s passing. He was a great guy and will be dearly missed. Sad ending to a 52 year friendship. Stay strong Jen, Brian, and Lisa. He would’ve wanted you to. Love from Uncle Dennis
Marty Molloy
left a message on November 28, 2020:
RIP old friend. Though we haven't seen each other in years, we enjoyed our time together on social media. I loved your sense of humor and our long standing joke about how you stole my pants when we were in the service together at Ft. Jackson NC. I will miss you and offer my sincere condolences to your beautiful family.
MARY Kozlik
left a message on November 28, 2020:
Dear Jen & family.....So sorry for your heartbreak. I sat across from your Dad at a celebration for the Pace’s & enjoyed his company & conversation so much. I know you gave him much joy.
Massapequa Funeral Home
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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