1943
Lawrence
2015
Lawrence Albert Brown
October 9, 1943 — July 22, 2015
Lawrence Albert Brown, 71 of Copake, NY passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday July 22, 2015 at his residence.
He was born on October 9, 1943 in Gt. Barrington, MA the son of Bernice Bussett of West Copake, NY and the late Lawrence B. Brown.
Larry attended school locally and was a proud alumni of Michigan State University.
After serving his country with the United States Army Larry returned to Copake and began working in the family business. As the owner and operator of A.C. Bristol Lumber, Larry assisted many local families and contractors until the closing of the company in 1995. He later became a valued employee of Herrington Lumber and Building Supply in their Lakeville, CT and Millerton offices.
As a prominent community member, Larry served with many different organizations. He was past master and longtime member of the Hillsdale Masonic Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, a member of the Scottish Rite, Cyprus Temple Shriners and the Royal Order of Jesters. He was a member of the Closson - Raught American Legion Post, the Copake United Methodist Church and a member of the former Roeliff Jansen Lions Club. Larry was also a longtime member and team captain in the American Poolplayers Association Tuesday Night Columbia County League.
He was pre deceased by his wife, Sharon (Fitch) Brown on November 23, 1998.
Survivors include his daughter, Andrea Dennis of Copake and a son and daughter in law, Anthony and Jill Brown of Mill Valley, CA. Also his mother, Bernice Bussett of West Copake and his beloved grandchildren, Madeleine Dennis and Benjamin Dennis.
Friends are invited and may call on Saturday July 25, 2015 from 4 - 7 PM at the Peck and Peck Funeral Home, 8063 State Route 22 in Copake NY. A Masonic Service will be held at 6 PM during the visitation.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 2:00 PM at the Copake United Methodist Church with former pastor, Richard Mills officiating.
Private interment will be in the Copake Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers kindly consider the Copake United Methodist Church, Copake NY 12516.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Lawrence Albert Brown, please visit our flower store.