Larry was a wonderful friend and I always appreciated his advice and everyday knowledge . We just found out about the tragic loss of this man that we are honored to call a friend. Guidance he gave us is unquestionably  cherished. Melinda and I will have him in our prayers daily. He was the epitome of a great friend who was always willing  to help and advise with his vast knowledge. You always knew that you were in the presence of greatness . RIP my friend.

Dear Penny and Family -  
My sincerest condolences for your tremendous loss.  May the Lord bless you with sweet memories and give you peace.  
Gentle hugs and prayers - 
Paula De Young



Dear Penny and Family,
It seems like just yesterday that you and Larry help celebrate  my 90th birthday.  We feel so fortunate and blessed that you could join us that wonderful sunny afternoon.

We will surely miss Larry --- what a kind, generous, and thoughtful friend he has been all these years and what a keen but subtle sense of  humorous.  He will always  be remembered.  He was rare treasure, who will be dearly missed.
Sincerely,
Fred and ida

I’m sorry for your loss.  May the Lord bless and comfort your Family. 

Larry has been a friend for 27 years. He helped me buy my first home 19 years ago. He carried the loan for 2 years & I never missed a payment. Some of those neighbors became lifelong friends. 

He attended many social events and always had a smile & a kind, encouraging word for everyone.

He often told me stories of growing up & how he was so poor that he & his brother had to sleep in the same room and the same bed. The room was so tiny, the bed took up the whole room & they could hardly walk into the room.

Larry was a self-made man. He worked harder than anyone to build an incredible life & legacy for his family. He built and owned many businesses, even a grocery store - but building homes & dreams for others was his greatest passion. 

He told me how meeting Penny Nichelini changed his life forever. He worshipped her. His sweet Pen.

When I struggled in life or business, he was always there to help. He sent his own personal accountant to come work for us, Tony Takikawa. Because he trusted him, then so did I. He became our CFO and guided us through some intimidating audits for years.

Each time I failed, Larry was always there to pick me up, dust me off & give me business advice.

25 years ago, he picked us up in his Rolls Royce on my wedding day (chauffeur hat & all) & drove us around so we had a moment to ourselves. That’s one of the only single moments I recall - the rest was a blur! 

He died doing what he loved - building houses. He spent the last 4 years building a new home with his own hands for he & his bride of 56 years.

Their new home would have been finished by his birthday this week on January 25th.

Maybe it was because he looked and acted like my Grandad, who died when I was 9....

Maybe it was because he was smart, funny, handsome, generous & kind....

I love Larry like my own Dad. For all the obvious reasons. He was truly there for me & my family like family. The way it counts.

Rest In Peace, Larry 

Melanie Warner 

Penny, Corbin and Tagge.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences as we have recently heard of Larry's passing. You all have a special place in our hearts. Our prayer is that God will give you strength in this time of loss. 

Penny we are so sorry for the loss of Larry! We will remember you and your family in our thoughts and prayers!🙏🙏🙏

Penny we are so sorry to hear about Larry, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Eddie and Lona Young

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Larry Joseph Raven

25 January, 1939 – 6 January, 2020

Lisle Funeral Home

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