Lauriston R. Crocker
October 10, 1961 ~ January 20, 2023
Resided in:
Sanford, Maine
Lauriston "Larry" Crocker, 61, of Sanford passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Friday, January 20, 2023.
He was born on October 10, 1961, to Elmer Sr. and Patricia (Palmer) Crocker in Sanford. Larry attended Massabesic and Sanford schools.
Larry started his work life as a young man pumping gas for The Melanson's of Sanford, picking eggs at Bernier’s Egg Farm, and working at both Spang and LaValley Lumber Companies. Larry earned his CDL driver's license and was employed at Cabletron Systems and retired from there in 2003.
In his younger years he was a member of the American Civil Defense Association and the Salvation Army.
Larry loved his motorcycle, having donuts with "the crew" at Dunkin Donuts, attending burnouts and mud rallies and eating out (especially seafood). He was also known to be burning tires at Ossipee Fairgrounds where he earned a couple of trophies.
He was doting grandfather. He found the most enjoyment watching his grandson play sports and his granddaughter clog. He was also a proud God Father to nieces, Sarah Chabot, Andrea Eisenhower, Kendra Brice and Maggie Pomeroy. He also loved his dog, Brady.
Larry was a man full of life and love. He had very strong work ethic. He was a social butterfly and liked being around people. He made friends wherever he went and would always give a helping hand to anyone in need. If he picked you up hitchhiking, he would know your whole life's story before he dropped you off. He was a wonderful man and will be missed.
He is predeceased by his parents and a sister Sylda Crocker.
Survivors include his wife of over 30 years, Rachel (Chabot) Crocker, daughter Ashley Mellen, son Aaron Mellen, grandchildren Kendrick Hall Woods and Elysia D. Boudreau, sisters Cheryl Lee Brice, Raelene Kearney and her husband Dennis, June Dinsmore and Rose Norton and her husband Craig, brother Elmer Crocker and his partner Denise Letellier and Dorrance Crocker and his partner Donna Hirth and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
A time of visitation will be held on Thursday, January 26 from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. with a memorial service at 6:00 P.M. at Carll-Heald & Black Funeral Home, 580 Main St., Springvale.
Arrangements are under the direction of Black Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, Sanford-Springvale.
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Larry could redneck the heck out of a vehicle.
Larry was a patient in the lab I worked at for a while. He came in just about every week, and for a little while, multiple times a week, and he always said “left arm, sweetie. It’s a little off to the side and it’s crooked to the left.” with the biggest smile on his face. His laugh and smile always made my day. He will be so so missed. My condolences to you, Mrs. Crocker and the rest of your family.
Fly High Larry!! You are so loved!
Ann-Marie
Sorry for your loss. He was a kind human being.
Genuinely one of the nicest people I’ve ever known. I know it’s been some time since we last seen one another but I will miss you. Larry you were one of the good ones. Heaven is opening its gates and I know Nana and Grandpa will be there with open arms and giant smiles. Shonna, Garrett and myself love and miss you.
The kindest human being I’ve ever known. A gentle giant. RIP my friend.
RIP Larry. Thank you for taking care of my sister, Rachel, Aaron, Ashley, Kendrick, Elysia, and for loving all your nieces and nephews. We couldn’t ask for a better Brother-in-Law. We love you and you will be missed. Until we met again…
I met Larry when he walked into my office at Cabletron and said with a big smile I need a job! That was it!!! NO Hello, just that big smile! My heart goes out to Rachel and family. RIP Larry Godspeed!
Pictures I am sharing reflects the LOVE Larry has for Family…and Food ❤️❤️❤️ He never met a stranger and we loved being around him. Larry loved fiercely, and you can see how by the patience he had for his nieces when they dressed him up ❤️
He really loved meat…so we would call him a “meat gazer”🤣 I may be driving that bus Rachel!
He is my Brother-in-Law, and Angel on Earth…His care for Rachel, Aaron, and Ashley is nearly unmatched…I’ve always admired how hard he would work to make sure they all lived well…and then his love and care for his grandchildren is the most wonderful gift one can provide.
Larry my heart goes out to your family! You where a man of many words and so kind hearted you will be missed and remembered by so many ❤️ till we meet again
The most caring kind hearted man. His smile lit up a room RIP my friend ❤️
I remember working at cabletron and Larry and Tommy would go around with recycled bins and Tommy was inside the bin while Larry would push it around and they got to me and Tommy jumped out and scared the crap out of me lol
Worked with Larry at cabletron for many years, good times!!!! He will be missed dearly.
Funny, caring would do anything for you if he could.
Rachel and family so sorry to hear of your loss, Larry was a great guy and funny too. May he Rest In Peace now.😘
Everyday
Making people laugh
Everything
Family. Life
All the time!
Everything!
So many….
Everything!
Compassionate friendly
The way he would tell a joke and screw it up lol
It will all work out.
It’s a long way from your heart.
Asphalt..
riding the old sewing machine down the hill at our house in Lyman
MOTORCYCLE
Making people smile
Spend time with family, ride his motorcycle, talk to people
I love and miss you although I’m glad that you’re pain is over! I won’t say goodbye because I’ll see you again one day.
To be the best I can be and to have fun and just laugh!
Any way they needed him to..
His kind heart.
I’ll never forget Larry dragging me off to the mud rally against Moms approval! He showed me how to have fun!
He tried to give tattoos to the kids but didn’t realize it was a permanent marker! Luckily he didn’t do much before we let him know lol
There will never be a kinder soul!
Simply by being himself!
To love and help everyone unconditionally.
His ability to always be there for everyone whether he knew them or not.
Kind Friendly Sincere
Your light will always burn bright!
Going to miss you Larry!
Danny & Ruth
Larry,you are gone way too soon.anyone who knew you loved you.you will always be in our hearts.til we meet again my friend.i we love you Sonia and mike gardner
Larry and I grew up in the same neighborhood. I haven’t seen him in a while until I went to dinner with my girlfriend Ruth Allard. And he was there also. It was nice to catch up with him and his family.
Larry will be greatly missed. 😢
Best friend you could ever ask for
Friend