Lawrence Neal Glatzer

The son of Ruth and Marvin (Moose) Glatzer, Larry was a “miracle” from the beginning of his life. Born weighing only 2 1/2 lbs. and 13 inches long—he was born 2 months early. He met health challenges for 40 years with courage and a positive outlook. He came to the end of his journey on September 25, 2019 in Athens, GA. Over the years, despite the health challenges he faced, Larry remained optimistic, hopeful, and an inspiration to his many friends, family, & doctors.

Larry held a BS in Accounting from the University of TN-Knoxville and years later attended GA State University and earned a BA in Risk Management. He worked for many years as a controller and sold insurance. He enjoyed both careers, but what brought him the most pleasure and happiness was time spent with friends and family. Larry was so proud of his children’s accomplishments and though he never bragged they brought him much nachas. According to daughter, Rebecca, and son, Michael, he was the “best Pops any kid could be lucky enough to have!”

Larry’s various interests included, reading just about any subject—-he loved books & bookstores and he especially enjoyed history, science, math, and joke books. Larry loved telling and hearing jokes and laughing. To him, “Laughter is the best medicine!” He also loved music especially, Bobby Darin, Nat King Cole, and Frank Sinatra.

His survivors are his loving wife of 47 years, Judy (nee Bernhardt); Daughter, Rebecca & wife, Tameeka, of Atlanta; son, Michael & wife, Dania, & grandchildren, Clara Lynn & Julian Leon, all of Fairfax, VA.; the Liebergesell Family of PA; the Hunter-Drake Family of Atlanta.

Also, many cousins & wonderful friends, who are like family, the Limors; the Millers; and Kary Klein & Stephen Gordon, all of TN.

In Larry’s Memory donations to any of the following would be appreciated: Piedmont Regional Hospital, Athens, GA; the American Heart Association; ASPCA, or a charity of your choice.

Larry’s funeral service will take place on Sunday, September 29th at 10:00 AM in Arlington Memorial Park with Rabbi Steven Lebow officiating.

As Nat King Cole sang:

Larry, “You are Unforgettable,” & will be remembered as a true mensch.”

Bernstein Funeral Home, Athens, GA is in charge of funeral arrangements.