Lawrence “Larry” Anthony Tomaselli, born April 23, 1952 in Norwalk Connecticut was called to his eternal home on August 18, 2025 in Christiansburg, Virginia; passing suddenly but with his family by his side.
Lawrence ‘Larry’ Anthony Tomaselli
Larry was raised in New Canaan Connecticut by his parents Lawrence and Fisina Tomaselli. In his early education years he attended St. Aloysius School. He graduated in 1970 from New Canaan High School and attended the University of New Haven where he played Ice Hockey. His love for sports started as a young child playing baseball with his siblings and cousins in the back yard and lasted the test of time through to adulthood where he coached many teams and athletes.
In 1974 he joined the New Canaan Fire Department, one of the proudest accomplishments in his life; where he climbed the ladder to become Chief from 1984 to 1986. He owned his own business; Tomaselli Remodeling and Contracting where he met many clients that he loved keeping in touch with. He was a beloved Dance instructor from the time he was at Walter Schalk through to his daughter Susan’s studio; Step’N’Out Dance Studios.
Larry met his wife of 43 years, Anne Geruso Tomaselli of Darien Connecticut, in 1980. They worked together in New Canaan at Gates restaurant where Larry was a bartender and Anne was a waitress. He spent the majority of his life giving back to the community he was born, raised, and raised his family in.
In 2020, he and Anne started their long time dream of traveling and settled in Starke Florida where they made many friends who soon became family. In recent years some of his favorite things were RVing with Anne, golfing and spending time with friends and family; but most of all spending time with their five grandchildren who were the light of his life.
Lawrence is pre-deceased by his father Lawrence Francis Tomaselli. He is survived by his mother Fisina Tomaselli; his wife and soulmate Anne Tomaselli; his daughters Susan Tomaselli, Laura (Nicholas) Tomaselli and Michelle (Sean) Everett; his five grand children Marlina (Susan), Wyatt and Cullen (Laura), Liam and Eamon (Michelle); his siblings Laura (Kent) Siladi, James (Sandy) Tomaselli, Maria Tomaselli and Matt Tomaselli; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family.
There will be a celebration of life, the way Larry wanted it, in mid October 2025. In lieu of flowers please consider donating, in Larry’s name, to either St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Susan: So sad to learn of your Dad’s passing .He was so kind to Taryn all those years in the studio.I hope to see you in October.
Rest in peace,Larry,job well done
Sad to hear of Larry passing away. Sleep in Heavenly Peace.
Anne,
Gretchen and I are so sorry to hear this sad news. Larry was a great New Canaanite and wonderful guy. His warmth and personality will be missed by all of us. God bless Larry you and the girls!
Larry was a wonderful guy in so many ways and he will be greatly missed by many people. My condolences to his wife, children and his extended family members. RIP Larry.
Prayers for Anne and the entire Tomaselli family, and may our brother in Christ rest eternally in His peace🙏🏼
So many great memories at the Tomaselli’s house for many years. Mr and Mrs T’s door was always open for fun, games and great food. Larry was the welcoming and very funny older brother who had an infectious laugh and was vey nice to all the younger visitors. A great hockey player, we called him “Guy” after Guy LaFleur because of his grace on the ice. Our sincere condolences to the Tomaselli family for their loss. RIP Larry.
Dear Annie, I am heartbroken on the news of Larry’s passing. Memories of working with both of you, and bartending with Larry at Gates, came rushing back. Larry was such a special, kind and good person. I am so sorry for your family’s and your loss, Annie.
Jane
My heartfelt sympathy Anne, Susan, Laura, and his lovely Mother Fizzie.
Larry was a fine young man so talented. Oh! How I loved to watch him play hockey!
God Bless his whole family, RIP Larry,
Mary Thompson Kellam
Susan, we were so sad to learn of your dad’s passing. Our sympathies go out to your entire family. Hoping that your loving memories bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
We always admired Larry’s energy and appreciated his kindness. So many happy times at Step n Out.
RIP Larry.
Hope yo see you in October Susan
Phyllis and Taryn
My deepest sympathies to all of Larry’s family on his passing.
We had a great team of volunteers in NCFC#1. Larry was a leader and officer working constantly to improve technique, equipment, instruction and safety not just for the firefighters but the whole town of New Canaan. There was so much fire back before smoke alarms and so much now needless tragedy. He fought and endured it all with grace.
I remember a New Year’s Eve working fire on White Oak Shade planning out an attack with Larry and Steve at the front door. Larry was always the most aggressive. He was thinking and flexible when he ordered the attack line to back out on the second floor over the fire room due to collapsing floors. He was leader you could trust.
We still have the NCFC#1 50 year pin for you Larry. Rest easy now in that special heaven for the brave. I miss all you guys.
I’m very sad to learn of this news, my thoughts are with Larry and all the Tomaselli Family
My deepest sympathies to the entire Tomaselli family. So many great memories of interactions with Larry over the years. From fabled NCHS athlete to Walter Schalk instructor, to his work with NCFC #1, Larry gave so much to our town. Called way too soon, RIP Larry!
My deepest condolences to the entire Tomaselli family, this was a shocker. Larry will truly be missed profoundly, one of really great ones. 🙏
Aww Larry. You left us too soon! We had some fun though, didn’t we? Camping at Fort Ann in New York, fireman’s musters, NCFD, dancing at the Shore & Country Club (with our honeys), tossing back too many Buds at “G’s” house in Norwalk to name just a few of the moments we spent together. Lois and I can still hear your laughter. Wishing you Fair Winds our friend and we’ll see ya on the other side when we get there, too.
Dave and Lois Krippene
Please know my sorrow for your loss and that you all are in my prayers. all the special things about Larry, and there were many, live on inside your heart.He was there for me when I needed a shed built among others. Fizzie, you must be devastated as all his siblings .
god bless you all!!
Anne and the whole family I and my family are saddened at the loss of Larry. Spent many hours across the bar with him. He’s up there now with Frank! Shirley sends her love to Fizzie. You will be missed Larry
Anne and the whole Tomaselli family from all of my family we are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Larry. He was a friend who I spent many hours across the bar from. He’s up there with Frank now. Shirley sends her thoughts and love to Fizzie. Larry you will be missed.RIP
Anne, I’m so deeply sorry for your loss. May the love and memories you shared together as a family bring you comfort during this difficult time. Larry’s spirit will live on in all the lives he touched.
Show me a greater laugh, a more courageous man, or a more loyal, honest friend and I’ll show you an imposter. Larry is an all timer.
My deepest sympathy to the entire Thomaselli family on the passing of Larry …..What a tremendous person who had such a great personality that he made everyone feel welcome and important…He was a true New Canaanite who loved the town and it’s people….I remember vividly upon my discharge from the service Larry came to my house that night and we spent hours laughing and sharing stories about the good times and fond memories of New Canaan…. Rest in peace my friend…