Larry Puhalla's Obituary
Lawrence F. Puhalla, Jr., 83, of Bethel Park, PA. passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on March 22, 2025.
Beloved husband of Annie (Baird) Puhalla for fifty-six years; devoted father of Megan (Craig) Celestino, and cherished Pap Pap to Connor and Alivia. Son of the late Lawrence and Grace (Davis) Puhalla, brother of twin Joseph Puhalla and the late Robert (Carol) Puhalla, and Margaret Puhalla; brother-in-law of Kenny Baird, the late John Baird, and Catherine (the late Charles) McMinn. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Larry was a caring and generous soul who was always willing to help colleagues, friends and family. He was a loyal Pittsburgh sports fan and spirited debater. He loved his summer vacations and fall weekends spent at Deep Creek Lake with family and friends. Following his retirement from the Allegheny County Department of Human Services in 2011, Larry found that his greatest joy came from spending time with his grandchildren.
Friends and family will be received from 2-4pm and 6-8pm on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, PA, 15236.
A Blessing Service will be held at 12pm on Friday, March 28, 2025 in the Funeral Home Chapel. Family and friends are welcome to arrive at 11am before the service.
Interment will be handled by Jefferson Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Lawrence's memory may be sent to Cribs for Kids, at https://cribsforkids.org/; or by mail at 5450 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207.
Online condolences can be made at jeffersonmemorial.com.
Link to Service Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86191255760
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