Lawrence S. Katz

Queens, N.Y. Former resident of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn and New Dorp, Staten

Island. Relocated to Toms River, N.J. in 1990. Graduated Far Rockaway, H.S, and

obtained his BS degree from Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute and Brooklyn

College.

Former Civil Engineer and a Senior Planner for the NYC Planning Commission.

Life long model aviation enthusiast, builder, flyer and designer. Past President

Richmond Model Flying Club, Staten Island, N.Y, and member of three New

Jersey Model Flying Clubs. Loved playing baseball and remained a life long fan

and successful Little League Manager. Activity in politics included Past President

Bensonhurst Young Republican Club, founding member New York State

Conservative Party 1962, Secretary Richmond County Republican Party, speech

writer and campaign manager. Authored book, "More than a Conservative" and

had over 400 published letters in various newspapers. Combat veteran in Korean

War. Staff Sgt. 235th Field Artillery Observation Battalion. Member of the

Greenbriar Woodland's golf and bowling clubs and VFW Post No.3885.

Predeceased by loving parents Irving and Fanny Katz & his wonderful wife of 66 Years Marlene Katz. He is survived by his sons Dr. Steven M. and Regina Katz and

Darren L. and Lisa Katz and five beautiful grand daughters, Heather, Nicole,

Allison Kristen and Samantha and a handsome grandson, Michael.