Lawrence "Larry" Allan McDermott of Thousand Oaks passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at the age of 81. Larry was born in Clinton, Iowa. He taught American History and US Political Systems for 33 years at Moorpark High School. He was also the boys varsity and girls softball coach. Larry was involved in Youth Sports coaching Little League and AYSO soccer for his son and grandsons. He loved baseball and was an avid Dodger and UCLA fan. He is preceded in death by his parents William and Gwendolyn McDermott and sister Barbara Ann. Larry is survived by his wife Jean, daughter Karen and son Mark (Trinh), 5 grandchildren Alyssa, Alec, Marinna, Jonathan, Mason, and his brother Daniel.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Thursday May 9th, 2024 at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Griffin Mortuary.
In Lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Larry's honor to Ventura County Make A Wish and Ventura County Sheriff's K-9 Unit.