Lawrence F. Scarano Jr

Albany-Lawrence F. Scarano Jr, 92, of Albany, beloved husband of Jayne Diange for 66 years entered into rest with his family by his side, Saturday, October 26, 2013. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Lorenzo and Carmella Russo Scarano. He served in the Navy during World War II as a Petty Officer, 1st Class-Pharmacist’s Mate. After he was discharged he worked for Normanskill Dairy delivering milk in Albany during the horse and wagon era. As an avid sportsman since his days as a boy scout in the 1930’s, he never missed an opening day of the deer hunting or fishing seasons, until he was in his late eighties. He was a member of the Pinehaven Country Club and the Italian American Club, where he enjoyed golf and his Tuesday and Friday card games. He was also a member of the VFW 1019-Louis W. Oppenheim Post, Bucchi McTague Post and the Third District Dental Association. He was a licensed dental technician and partner in Northeastern Dental Lab and Kelly-Scarano Dental. He was predeceased by his brother Robert J. Scarano. He was the loving father of Larry Scarano of Los Angeles, CA, Regina La Gatta (James) of East Greenbush; treasured grandfather of Ashley Arnold (Geoff), Christopher Adriance and Miles Scarano; great grandfather of Justin James Arnold; brother-in-law of Marion Diange of East Hampton, NY, Aurelia Hoffman of Norwich, NY and Eleanor Scarano of Loudonville; survived by 7 nephews and 5 nieces that he was so proud of. The family wishes to extend their appreciation to the Blue Team, Emergency Room and 210-ICU Staff at the Veterans Administration Hospital. Funeral services Tuesday October 29, 2013 at 9:15 am from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to the Parish of Mater Christi, Albany at 10:00 am where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Monday, October 28, 2013 4:00 to 7:00 pm in the funeral home. Interment Our Lady Help of Christians Cemetery. Those wishing to remember Lawrence in a special way may send a contribution to The Veterans Administrative Hospital ICU, 113 Holland Ave., Albany, NY 12208. To leave the family a message on their guest book, obtain directions or view other helpful services, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Lawrence F. Scarano Jr

April 3, 1921 - October 26, 2013