Lawrence “Larry” Wilson of  Henrietta, passed away on January 8, 2025, at age 93.

Survived by his loving and devoted wife of 68 years, Barbara. Children: Gary (Marguerite) Wilson, Teresa Caldwell, Bill (Cyndi) Wilson, Kevin Wilson. Grandchildren: Charles (Amanda) Ruhland, Alex Ruhland, Tricia Wilson, Felicia (Jake) Basile, Lindsey Wilson, Mandi (Michael) Powers. Brother: Robert (Char) Wilson; sisters-in-law, Barbara Wilson, Marijane (Terry) Rhinhald, Phyllis Wilson; nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins. Predecease by brothers Jack and David Wilson; nephew, Paul Wilson; sisters-in-law, Miriam MacBlane and sister-in-law and  brother-in-law, Brunhild and Ted Ericksen; in-laws, Lud and Mae (Sampson) Wegner.

Larry was born and raised in Brockport, NY. He was the oldest son of John and Margaret (O’Brien) Wilson. He earned his B.S in 1953 and his master’s in education in 1959 from Brockport College.

Larry met Barbara (Wegner) in Iowa, they married in January 1956.

He taught grade school in Lyndonville, NY for three years prior to moving to Henrietta, to teach math at Roth for Rush Henrietta School District.

He then worked for Monroe County for 31 years, retiring in 1991 as a probation supervisor.

Larry was an active and devoted member of Pinnacle Lutheran Church, Henrietta, serving as an Elder and Head Elder.

Larry enjoyed wintering in Ft Myers, Fl, walking, watching the Buffalo Bills, his grandchildren sporting events and concerts.

He served in the Navy from 1953 -1955 and was able to take an honor flight to Washington, D.C., in 2018.

He was patient, kind, with a good sense of humor. He loved spending time with his family. He will be greatly missed.

The family wishes to thank the Doctors, nurses and staff at the Episcopal Church Home for the compassionate care he received.

The family will receive friends from 10:30 – 11:00 AM on Friday August 22, 2025 at Pinnacle Lutheran Church, a Memorial Service will be held at 11AM with a luncheon to follow.  

Donations can be made to, Pinnacle Lutheran Church, 250 Pinnacle Rd, Rochester, NY 14623 Click HERE to Donate,