Lawrence A. McGarvey, age 81 of New City, NY, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2019. Larry was born on September 2, 1938 to Helen Cosgrove and John McGarvey in the Bronx, NY. Larry married the late Ruth Vegas McGarvey in 1959. Larry was employed as a Supervisor for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority for 30 years. Larry is survived by his 2 sons, Brian (Laura) and Lawrence. He is preceded by brother John Flannery, survived by his brother Walter Flannery, and grandchildren Brian, Sean and Deena, in addition to many nieces and nephews. Larry will be remembered for his love of the outdoors, woodworking and helping anyone who needed his expertise on almost anything. Lawrence will be missed by all who knew him.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, November 7 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm at Higgins Funeral Home in New City, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, November 8 at 10am at St. Anthony’s Parish Church, Nanuet, NY.