Lawrence (Larry) Cepuran, age 61, was taken too soon on March 21st, 2024 by Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. ALS is a fatal neurological disease with no treatment or cure.

Larry was born April 18, 1962 to Patricia Williamsen and the late Joseph Cepuran in Tallahassee, Florida. After graduation from Wayne State University, Larry began his career in Silicon Valley as an electrical engineer at a video company start-up, Prime Image. He continued working in various hardware design jobs at Motorola, Rockwell, Ford Motor Company, OnStar, and as an Engineering Manager at General Motors. Larry was gifted in the tech field and was granted 18 patents during his successful engineering career. He loved solving hardware and software problems, both at work and at home. Larry’s intellect and talent were well respected by his co-workers and friends.

Larry had a love of music and attended countless concerts with Laura. He played bass in a college band with his best friends then again later in life with a “Dad” band in Northville. Larry loved to play poker (in person then later, online) with his Northville poker buddies. His favorite pastime was working on projects around the house. There was nothing he wouldn’t tackle, including plumbing, electrical, and construction. An avid reader, Larry loved science fiction and historical novels. After his ALS diagnosis he wrote software to automate the household to accommodate his disease progression. Larry never shied away from any challenge, including facing ALS with bravery. His ability to remain positive in the face of a horrible disease was admirable and kept his family strong.

Larry is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Laura, his son Colin (Lauren), daughter Claire (Skylar), mother Patricia Cepuran, sister Christine (Douglas) Chaney and brother Brian (Kathleen) Cepuran. Others left to cherish his memory include brothers-in-Law Joe (Cathy) and Terry (Carol) Bishop. Loving uncle of Allyson (Stephen), Lydia, Christine, James, Anna (Marty), Brionna, Tre, Kate, Elly, Margot, and Penelope.

He is preceded in death by father Joseph Cepuran and maternal grandparents Ann and Clarence “Bud” Williamsen.

Larry was a devoted and loving father to Colin and Claire and was extremely proud of their work and scholastic accomplishments. Husband and best friend of Laura, his unconditional love, wisdom, and guidance will be missed dearly.

A celebration of Larry’s life will be held in Michigan in the Spring of 2024, details are to be announced once available.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Larry’s memory to one or more of the following organizations:

the ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI)

Team Gleason

Compassion and Choices

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