April 15, 1947 – April 27, 2023
SERVICE DETAILS
Waters of Babylon Chapel
Date: April 30, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM
CEMETERY DETAILS
Wellwood Cemetery: 1400 Wellwood Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704
Service Recording: Click Here
SHIVA DETAILS
The family will be sitting shiva at Larry and Alayne’s home immediately following the funeral and Monday, May 1, 2023 through Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from 1:00pm – 9:00pm.
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OBITUARY
Lawrence A. Raskin, (76), of Bayport, New York, passed away on April 27, 2023.
Lawrence, fondly known as Larry, was born to Barnett and Estelle Raskin, on April 15, 1947, in Brooklyn, New York. He was a persistent young man, ultimately winning the heart of his loving wife, Alayne, while teenagers. Larry joined the Reserves right before they got married and was honorably discharged after six years of service. Larry graduated with a BS in Computer Science from New York Institute of Technology and went on to a very successful career at Avon Products, Book-of-the-Month Club (a division of Time Warner) and most recently Misys where he was the Regional Relationship Manager of the Americas. Larry retired in 2009 and spent the last 14 years focused on his family and friends. Larry was so genuine, made everyone smile, and always brought joy and laughter into everyone’s lives.
Larry loved nothing more than his family. Married to his best friend, Alayne, for almost 54 years, he always made sure she was taken care of. He loved her from the first minute he saw her and was so proud to have her by his side.
Larry was always there for his children, no matter what. He made sure they knew how much he loved them; never ending a conversation or visit without saying I love you, giving them a big hug and a kiss. He always offered his support, and taught them how to be demonstrative with their emotions and feelings – understanding that family is everything.
His grandson, Jace was the greatest gift of all. He beamed with pride whenever he bragged about him and smiled the most whenever he was with him.
His family will miss him tremendously. His ability to make everyone laugh, smile, and feel special was truly unique and will never be forgotten.
Larry is survived by his wife Alayne, children Kimberly, Roger, Meredith, and Lou, and his grandson Jace (who he especially adored). He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Norma, who has been part of his life for 60 years.
I’m sorry for your loss – this is a wonderful obituary and it’s clear how lucky the whole family is to have such a loving person in your lives, and to be able to give so much love in return! What a great legacy. May your memories & stories keep your father & grandfather alive in your hearts and minds, as well as with both those who knew him and those who are learning about him now.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thinking of you in these difficult times.
Larry was a good friend and wonderful person, he will be missed by all who knew him. May he rest in peace.
What a beautiful obituary. It speaks volumes of what a wonderful man Larry was. He will always be with you in your hearts. My heart and condolences go out to all of you. May he rest in peace
Very well said. Larry was certainly loved by many. He was a terrific person in and out. He will certainly be missed by all. May he rest in peace.
Larry was a very special person loved by all. My parents Sid and Joanne loved Larry and he always had time to talk to them we they were together..Larry will be missed…
RIP, Larry. I knew you in my early Avon years.
I was so sad to hear the news of Larry. He was my boss at Avon and was a very special boss. He made coming to work fun, enjoyable and laughable. He was always smiling. I always looked forward to seeing him at the Retirement Avon luncheons. I will truly miss him, my friend.