Lawrence Guy Walbridge
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Lawrence Guy Walbridge, 80, of Stafford, CT. passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026. Born on August 9, 1945, in Montpelier, VT. he was the beloved son of the late LeRoy and Regina (Cheever) Walbridge and the eldest of their ten children.
Larry will be remembered for his kind heart, generous spirit, and unwavering willingness to help others. A devoted father, loving grandfather, loyal friend, and proud family man, he brought warmth, humor, and love into every room he entered. He was deeply cherished and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Larry proudly served in the United States Army, enlisting in 1963 and serving in Germany with the 4th Armored Division.
After his military service, Larry settled in Connecticut, where he raised his family and worked for Pratt & Whitney before beginning a long career as a respected auto mechanic. He also dedicated many years to the Crystal Lake Fire Department and spent several seasons coaching youth football in his community.
Larry is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Tammy Walbridge of North Port, FL. and Richard and Samantha Walbridge of Tolland, CT; Robert Hubbard of NC, and William Hubbard of Ellington, CT; his cherished grandchildren, Chase Walbridge and his fiancée, Katie, Emma Walbridge, Ryan Walbridge, and Justus Hubbard; and his siblings, Jimmy and Susan, Ed and Linda, Meg and Mike, Cookie and Rae, Alice, Tom and Anne, and Ken. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
He was predeceased by his parents; his brothers, Michael and Karl; his son, Stephen; and his grandson, Andrew Hubbard.
A graveside service will be held at North Branch Cemetery on Saturday, June 27, at 12:00 noon.
Larry was a wonderful person who truly embraced life. I have great memories of him in the neighborhood with the kids, always watching out for them and allowing us to use his piece of property in the neighborhood for our hide and go seek games. I don't believe there was ever a time that I saw Larry that he didn't have a smile, a kind word, and a joke to tell. I truly will miss him. My prayers love and condolences to his family.