Lawrence P. Buckley

Lawrence P Buckley, 85, of Willimantic CT passed away peacefully on April 1, 2024. Larry was born on July 23, 1938 to his parents Paul & Edith Buckley (Chapin) of Tolland CT. Larry worked as a gunsmith for Colt Manufacturing for 28 years before going on to be a security guard than retiring in 2013. He was a proud Marine and an even prouder father & grandfather. He was predeceased by his parents, his younger brothers Dennis & Patrick Buckley and his son Michael "Mouse" Kennedy. Larry is survived by his wife of 46 years Jacqueline Buckley (Benedict) and their children. John Kennedy & wife Cindy, Dawn Marie Kennedy, Stephan Kennedy & wife Dari, Raymond P Buckley & wife Vicky, Raymond Kennedy & partner Holly Taylor, David Kennedy & wife Lauren, Maggie Tacopino & husband Daniel, Kathleen Buckley  and also his sister Mary Ann Capello & husband Joseph. As well as several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces & nephews. 

     A celebration of life will be held on Sunday April 21, 2024 from 2-6pm at the American Legion Post 19 hall in Willimantic CT.