Mr. Lawrence "Larry" Perini passed away unexpectedly into eternal rest on Friday December 5, 2008 at Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare. His loving wife was at his side. Larry was born on August 7, 1926 in New York City, the son of the late Odilla (Tezio) and Conradino Perini who immigrated to this country from the Alpine Region of Northern Italy. He was educated in the New York City school system. From 1943-1946 he proudly served as a Petty Officer in the US Navy. His tour of duty brought him to the South Pacific and European venues aboard troop ship USS Blantchford. In 1947 Larry moved to Utica with his mother where upon he could be close to his brother whom he dearly loved. On July 14, 1956, he married the former Eva Hagen with whom he shared 52 years. Larry had been employed for 40 years with Chicago Markets and Great American stores. He enjoyed tending to the needs of his patrons in his capacity as meat salesperson and seafood buyer. Up until last year, Larry was employed by Sodexo food service at SUNY IT. He enjoyed the camaraderie he had with all the students. Larry was an avid trout fisherman and loved traveling with his family. He was an exceptional cook and had a talent of languages. The past year he discovered the internet and began corresponding across the world. Larry's main concern always was for others. He always had a kind word and made everyone he met feel special. His sense of humor, although a little on the risqué side at times, will be greatly missed. He loved his family very much and will be sadly missed by his beloved wife, Eva; two daughters and a son-in-law, Monica (Gary) Lawendowski of Whitesboro and Joyce Decker of Rome; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Ronald Perini of Port Leyden, NY and Paul (Debbie) Perini of Ballston Spa, NY; His grandchildren, Lindsey and Evan Lawendowski Zachary Perini, Mark Grifasi, Savannah Decker and Rebecca Perini; a sister-in-law, Drs. Felicitas (John) Ritrosky of Ft. Meyers, FL; a special niece, Linda (David) Cardarelli of New Hartford and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother and sister-in-law, Louis and Beverly Perini and his nephew, Robert Perini. Mr. Perini's funeral will be held on Monday December 8, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1640 Genesee St., Utica. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. Calling hours for family and friends are Sunday 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Heintz Funeral Home 408 Herkimer Rd., N. Utica. Remembrances in Larry's name may be made to the American Heart Association. The family would like to thank the ER and 3rd Floor West staff at Faxton-St. Luke's for their compassionate care to Larry and the family. A special thank you to Dr. Kelberman and Dr. Uwah for the loving care you provided and friendship you shared.