Lawrence Weiner

Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Larry was married to Margie Weiner for 39 wonderful years until her passing in 2008. Together, they raised two children: Sam, who resides in Kensington, MD with his wife Heather and their son Trevor and daughter Presley; and Alexis, who lives in Danville, VA with her husband Scott and their two sons, Xavier and Hayden. He also is survived by his loving sister Fern Canter and her husband Sherman, and their three sons, Hal, Eric and Jonathan.

Born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, Larry moved with Margie to the DC area in the early 1970s. The couple made Rockville, Maryland their home for many years, with memorable sojourns of one year in London and six years in Philadelphia before settling back in Silver Spring.

Larry's academic journey saw him earn a bachelor’s degree in Russian and pursue a doctoral degree in Slavic Linguistics. His professional life was largely dedicated to retail, a path influenced by his early experiences working in his parents’ furniture store in Pittsburgh. Larry's honest approach to sales and his genuine, delightful personality won him many loyal customers over the years.

Larry found joy in running, playing racquetball, reading, watching sports – especially baseball, and soccer most recently, and spending quality time with his family. His love for Margie was profound, and they cherished their time together. With the arrival of his grandchildren, Larry's greatest joy became spending time with them, whether at their sporting events, enjoying ice cream outings or simply being together at home.

Larry was a kind, genuine and selfless individual, often described as a gem and a beautiful soul. He had a special gift for making people feel seen and heard, embodying wisdom and love in all his interactions. He was a devoted father who provided unwavering support to his children, instilling in them confidence without boastfulness and allowing them the freedom to make their own decisions.

In every way, Larry encompassed the best of what it means to be human. His life was a testament to kindness, love, generosity, and genuine connection. We should all strive to emulate his way of living, cherishing the impact he had on our lives.

Larry Weiner will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but his legacy of love and kindness will continue to inspire us.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in honor of Larry Weiner. Please visit https://diy.lls.org/LarryWeiner