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February
Graveside
11:30 am
Thursday, February 4, 2016
Beth El Cemetery
Boydon St.
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States
Final Resting Place
Beth El Cemetery
Boydon St.
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States
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J. Brown posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
It was my honor and pleasure to work with Mr. Shapiro during the summers every year while a student at Wolcott High School. Mr. Shapiro was a very nice, very fair and honorable gentleman.
Godspeed Mr. Shapiro.
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Jack Oris posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
I began my professional career at Wolcott High School in 1959. It was the best ten years of my career thanks to the educational climate and sense of family that was promoted by Nick D'Agostino and Larry Shapiro. I can honestly say that I never worked in a more caring and professional experience. Larry and Debbie were the classiest and kindest people I have ever meet. They will be missed and remembered.
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Betty E Fries posted a condolence
Monday, February 8, 2016
To the Family of Laurence E. Shapiro, Lt. Shea Ladies Auxiliary to VFW Post 201 of Waterbury, Ct. want you to know that your loved one is in our thoughts and prayers. We thank him for his service. Betty Fries, President
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Kathleen fruin posted a condolence
Sunday, February 7, 2016
Dear Dana
Your mom and dad were wonderful neighbor's !
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Nancy Aquilar posted a condolence
Thursday, February 4, 2016
I am a 1973 graduate of Wolcott High School. I spent 4 years starting my day hearing Mr Shapario's voice. He taught me what he expected as a student of Wolctt High. He was a man who we all looked up to. I never remember him raising his voice, however if someone did something wrong he would let the entire student body know how disappointed he was.
He was a kind and caring man and a very fair man. He will be missed, we need more people in this world like Mr Shapario, it would be a better place.
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James Malloy posted a condolence
Thursday, February 4, 2016
Me Shapiro was a very important role model for me. I was going through a difficult time and he always provided a positive and caring persona. Even at this point in my life I appreciate how he influenced me and how thankful I am that happened. I went on to teach 30 years in Watertown. Then 11 more years at a community college in South Carolina. Thanks to his belief in me I was on the way to a successful life. May he rest in peace. James Malloy Wolcott HS '64. .
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Bonnie Ablamsky Fontaine posted a condolence
Thursday, February 4, 2016
I am a memher of the Wolcott High School Class of 1968. How we admired Mr. Shapiro first as assistant Principal then Principal. We were one of the few classes that enjoyed his example of integrity and a heart that truly cared for the students he greeted everyday as they entered the building for 6 years. 7th grade until we graduated.I will never forget him, & my memories of him will be a treasure as your memories will be to you
May grace & piece be yours & when I get back to CT., I will leave a smooth piece of red sea glass at his place of rest so you will know I was there.
With Fondness,
Bonnie Ablamsky Fontaine
Maine
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Russell Johnson posted a condolence
Thursday, February 4, 2016
THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF MY ORIGINAL MESSAGE (already posted)..... Russ Johnson
Judy, back in the summer of 2009 I spoke with you when I was making plans to take your Dad with me to see a cadet parade at The United States Military Academy at West Point. My daughter was beginning her second year there as a cadet, Class Of 2012, and there was a family picnic following the review on The Plain. I thought your Dad would enjoy going, and I sent him a letter to that effect. At some point prior to picking him up at Heritage Village, you called me and told me that he had early stages of Alzheimer's. I think you and I also spoke again several days later, and I had kept your phone number with other items on the cork board in my home office. The day that I spent with your Dad went well; we talked about all manner of things and he really enjoyed the visit to West Point, as well as meeting my daughter and several of her friends and lacrosse team members. He was at ease with me, spoke clearly and in great detail about his early years, growing up in Waterbury, his time in the U.S. Navy, family, and much more. That was the last time that I saw him, and I am happy to have spent that day in his company. My wife and I moved to Delaware in July, 2011, and as a consequence of packing for the move, etc., I lost your phone number.
You are fortunate to have had your Dad for so many years, and I hope that my descriptions of various interactions with him are well-received. I shall remember him as a patriotic American whose personal message, through the eloquence of his words and the quality of his deeds, was to always do the right thing.
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Ginnie Muni posted a condolence
Thursday, February 4, 2016
I worked with Mr. Shapiro at the Exec. Office at Heritage Village. What a perfect gentleman! He was very intelligent and helpful to everyone. A great person to work with
Sorry to hear of his passing.
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George Frageau Class of 1974 posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Condolences to the family and friends. Mr Shapiro was principal for my four years at the
high school. He was a true gentleman and wonderful educator. We were lucky to have him...
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Luci Levesque -Porter posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Mr. Shapiro was the principal when I was at Wolcott high school he was such a soft spoken kind man. It was a privilege to have him as my high school principal.. Thoughts and prayers to the Shapiro family
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William Fogarty posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
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Dennis Strikulis class of 1965 posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
My condolences to all family members. Mr. Shapiro is perhaps one of if not the best teachers I've had at WHS. Great class lectures and presentations too, especially when he wrote on the black board right handed and then left handed. His duties has principal made it not possible for him to teach. Unfortunately many students did not have the great experiences of his class room.
I will always have great memories of Mr. Shapiro.
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William Fogarty posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Our condolences to his family and friends. Mr. Shapiro was a good friend to my parents in Wolcott.
Sailor your watch has ended, and go in Gods grace. We will take the watch from here.
Semper Fi,
The Fogarty Family
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Karyn Tirabassi posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Your father was a truly amazing man. Whst s legacy he has left. May he rest in peace. Our thoughts and condolences go out to all of you on your tremendous loss. Love Karyn Rick Mikayla Lexi and Belly
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Gloria posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Read about your Dad's passing and wanted to offer my condolences as well as a little story. Was sent to his Office @WHS when he was Assistant Principal. I was scared beyond belief. He was fair and very nice. He had such a kind way. Needless to say I never forgot him. He was a class act and very well respected. Blessings to his family.
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Barbara Oliver Solla posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
I am sending my condolences to the family and friends of Mr Shapiro.I graduated from Wolcott High School in 1974 and had the pleasure of Mr Shapiro being my school principal. He was a very nice man who was fair and was well liked by the students. He had my respect and he was a someone many of us looked up to.
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Dawn Haskin posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Mr. Shapiro was a pillar in the Wolcott community for a very long time. Thank you to his family for sharing him with the students who were blessed to have him as teacher, assistant principal or principal!
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Mary Szantyr ( Hanlon ) posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
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Mary Szantyr ( Hanlon ) lit a candle
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
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Mary Szantyr ( Hanlon ) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
I went to Wolcott high school class of 1971. I had Mr Shapiro as our principal. He always had a strong presence and was always a kind and fair man. I am sorry for your loss. Peace and blessings to all family members
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Elaine French Lynch posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
I am a '72 Wolcott High School graduate. Mr. Shapiro was so kind and understanding. I feel fortunate to have met him let alone be a small part of his life for 5 years. I've remembered him often and fondly since my graduation.
My sincere condolences to family and friends. I'm sorry for your loss, I hope you find comfort in the love and memories.
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Tom Jokubaitis posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
I extend my sincere sympathy to your family for the loss of your father and grandfather. I became superintendent in Wolcott after Nick Dagostino retired and did not have the privilege to work with Larry in the Wolcott schools. Never-the-less, his impact was constantly evident in the school - from the high expectations for deportment of students and staff, to the culture of excellence and high learning expectations he desired. He was always the consummate educator. I did get to know Larry and Deborah quite well over the years at many social events, both personal and professional. He was always a gentleman but with a wry sense of humor. After we all retired, Larry, Nick, Bob Carroll, Bob Gerace (and sometimes others) would meet for lunch at San Marino's in Waterbury several times every year to offer our solutions to the educational challenges of the day and reminisce with great fondest how we contributed to 'the Wolcott way." It was at these meetings that we joked and laughed and really got to know and enjoy each other apart from our professional lives. I remember when Larry told us that he would be moving to Sudbury to be closer to his daughter - what a sad day for us. As Nick would so often say and I now repeat for him - we celebrate the life of a GREAT AMERICAN - our lives are all the better because he graced our presence and even more so because we could call him our friend.
With my prayers and best wishes,
Tom J.
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Karl Insogna posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
I was a student at Wolcott High School from 1964 to 1968. Mr. Shapiro was Assistant Principal at the time. He had a major impact on my development. I was impressed by his intellectual rigor, he was obviously a smart man and I admired him for his unstinting insistence on excellence in discourse, written or spoken. I have carried that with me as in inspiration since.
Karl Insogna, MD
Professor of Medicine
Yale School of Medicine
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Marie Carroll posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Judy, Dana and families:
I am so sorry for your loss of your father. Larry was my administrator, my advisor, my Best Man, my friend - a man of integrity who dedicated most of his adult life to the education of Wolcott and CT students! His legacy lives on in those whose lives he touched in so many positive ways!
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John Cavanaugh posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Mr Shapiro was the embodiment of the term "Gentleman", he taught so many of us that hard work and integrity were the keys to success in life. He lived by these ideals, and we are all the better for having had him in our lives. A fine man and a true loss.
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marshall klimasewiski posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Mr Shapiro was a wounder full inspiration to me in high school.. ( i was a science nerd before the term was invented) always kind,always fair,he had a great seance of humor,and i loved his trick of being able to wright on the blackboard with 2 hands going in different directions at the same time...... marshall klimasewiski class of 62
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Gail Marino Peace, class of 1970 posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
I am sorry for the loss of a wonderful man who always had the ability to talk to the adult part of a teenager.
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Gail Marino Peace, class of 1970 posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
I am sorry for the loss of a wonderful man who always had the ability to talk to the adult part of a teenager.
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Karen Franzese posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
I am so sorry for you lose Mr. Shapiro was a nice man and I attended Wolcott High School from 1977 to 1981. He was a fair and just principal. I was honored to have known him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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laura r carnein posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Mr Shapiro was the principal for the 6 years (7th thru 12th) that I attended Wolcott High School - many of the lessons he taught us , while they may not have been fully appreciated at the time, have stood me in good stead in the many years that have passed since. He will always be remembered by the many lives he touched.
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RUSSELL EMONS posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Thank you Larry for all you did for Wolcott's students. Your dedication to our profession was admirable. I am sure your dinner table included Mr.D, and Jim P. GOD BLESS.
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Jenn Ricard posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 2, 2016
So sad to hear about Uncle Larry. We send our love and condolences from NC
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Skip Carpentier posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 2, 2016
Mr.Shapiro was a guiding force in my life as an immature high school student. I was so glad to see him again at our class reunion and tell him how my son became an attorney (an inside joke he appreciated as to the kid I was). Rest in peace with you wife forever.
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