Laurence Turbow

Laurence "Larry" A. Turbow, (beloved husband of Arlene (née Robbins) for 54 years. Loving father of Geoffrey (Kerri Schneider) Turbow, Carrie (Andrew) Dicken, and Lindsay (David) Toth. Cherished grandfather of Drew, William, Hudson, Dylan, Samuel, and Jordan. Adored son of the late Sally (née Finger) and Donald Turbow. Dear brother of Robert Turbow.

Larry was a practicing attorney in Cleveland for more than 50 years. After graduating from Cleveland Heights High School, he attended The Ohio State University and earned his law degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law at Cleveland State University. Throughout his distinguished legal career, Larry earned a reputation as one of Cleveland's most respected attorneys, known for his integrity, wisdom, and dedication to both his clients and the legal profession. His leadership and commitment to the community were recognized through his service as President of the Cuyahoga County Bar Association. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Larry was deeply devoted to civic and Jewish communal life, generously giving his time and talents through community involvement and service on the Board of Trustees of B'nai Jeshurun Congregation. Larry enjoyed reading, but above all else, he cherished his family and treasured every moment spent with them.

Services will be held on Thursday, October 15, at 10:30 a.m. at Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz Memorial Chapel, 1985 S. Taylor Road, Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118. Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the residence of Carrie and Andrew Dicken, 2100 Botanica Lane, Pepper Pike (Sterling Lakes), on Thursday immediately following services until 8:00 p.m., Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Friends who wish may contribute to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, the American Cancer Society/Breast Cancer Research Foundation, or the Ernest and Eunice Benchell Fund c/o B'nai Jeshurun Congregation.