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In memory of
Larry Pakkala
September 20, 1952 - November 19, 2024
Sep 20, 1952 - Nov 19, 2024
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Larry Pakkala, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport, CT. He was 72 years old. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Larry was the youngest of five children of Matti and Jennie Pakkala. He leaves behind his devoted wife, Carole, daughters Christina Spizzirri and Lauren Tarzia, grandsons Lucas Spizzirri, Nicholas Tarzia, and Christopher Tarzia, and siblings Eric Pakkala, Don Pakkala, Carolyn Smith, and Vaughn …
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Larry was my golf partner for life. A day doesn't go by that I don't have a memory of our partnership on the golf cours…
Larry was my golf partner for life. A day doesn't go by that I don't have a memory of our partnersh…
Larry was my golf partner for life. A day doesn't go by that I d…
meeting Larry was one of the best learning moments in my life,and always enjoyed a round of golf together.... RIP
meeting Larry was one of the best learning moments in my life,and always enjoyed a round of golf to…
meeting Larry was one of the best learning moments in my life,an…
Community Involvement
Volunteered for
Volunteer of
Lions Club International
Participated in
President of
Metropolitan Golf Course Superintendents Association Founda
Professional Organization
President of
Tri-State Turf Research Foundation
Professional Organization
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I had many meals with Larry over the years as we traveled to lots of conferences, sk…
I had many meals with Larry over the years as we traveled to lots of conferences, skiing, golf…
I had many meals with Larry over the years as we traveled to lots of conferences, skiing, golfing, or even on vacation.…
Timeline
Born
September 20th, 1952
Passed away
November 19th, 2024
Longboat Key, FL
Survived by
Carole Pakkala
Wife
Christina Spizzirri
Daughter
Andy Spizzirri
Son-in-law
Lucas Spizzirri
Grandson
Lauren Tarzia
Daughter
Tony Tarzia
Son-in-law
Nicholas Tarzia
Grandson
Christopher Tarzia
Grandson
Eric Pakkala
Brother
Don Pakkala
Brother
Andy Spizzirri
Son-in-law
Danielle Weeks
Niece
Carolyn Smith
Sister
Vaughn Pakkala
Brother
Michael Kusuplos
Brother-in-law
Christine Abel
Sister-in-law
Andrew Kusuplos
Brother-in-law
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Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Cremation Society of Connecticut
Lasting impact
Larry donated organs
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Christina Spizzirri (Larry's daughter) and
Lauren Tarzia (Larry's daughter).
