Obituary: Larry A. Albaitis, 75, of Naugatuck

Obituary courtesy of Buckmiller Thurston Mengacci Funeral Home

Naugatuck, CT - Larry A. Albaitis, 75, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at Hartford Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Larry was born in Waterbury, CT on January 8, 1947 son of the late William and Vera (Markham) Albaitis. Larry graduated from Naugatuck High School and attended college. He owned his own general contracting company, which was his career until his retirement. Born and raised in Naugatuck, CT he was a proud lifelong resident and formed many lasting relationships within his community.

Larry was the epitome of his endearing established nickname, “Larry Bear” to all those who loved him. He was big, strong and the rock of his family, yet warm, kind and playful inside. If you were in Larry’s presence, you were sure to leave with a smile and of course a good “Dad Joke”. He loved to laugh and had his wife, Debi and daughter, Lauren, always smiling or rolling their eyes keeping up with his silly antics. Larry was also known as “Captain Larry”, a title he earned for being captain of his fishing boat that he enjoyed for many years on the Rhode Island shore. His love of the ocean and being on the water was something he loved to share with his family. Larry also enjoyed road trips with his best friend and brother in law, Frank, aka “Buzzy” while listening to Patsy Cline, Sade and all his jazz favorites. Larry was also a very proud “Grandpa” to his twin grandnieces, Elizabeth and Lilly Murray, daughters to his niece and nephew, Krystle and Christopher Murray. Being “Grandpa” brought him so much joy and happiness.

Larry leaves behind his devoted wife of 37 years, Debi; his pride and joy, daughter Lauren Albaitis Conigliaro both of Naugatuck; his goddaughter, Chanel Curtin of Manchester, CT along with many additional nieces and nephews whom were all very loved. In addition to his parents, Larry was predeceased by his three brothers, William Albaitis, Ronald Albaitis and Marty Albaitis.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 11:00am at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 318 Church Street, Naugatuck. Calling hours are Tuesday morning from 9:00 to 10:30 at the Buckmiller Thurston Mengacci Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Avenue, Naugatuck. Donations to honor Larry’s memory are requested to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.