The life of Larry Robert Knazek is celebrated by his family and friends.  Larry was born on May 7, 1950 in Fairlawn, New Jersey, and called home to the Lord on January 24, 2017.  Larry will always be remembered for his kind heart, quick wit, and fun loving personality.  Larry was known as "Coach" to many players and parents who he crossed paths with throughout his lifetime. Larry spent most of his life on the road, he was known to many as a human GPS.  Larry was a loving father to his three children. He was a steady guide that helped lead them on paths of success and happiness. Every time you think about Larry, remember his devotion to his family, his love of sports, especially baseball (Say Hey!) and football (Go Cowboys!), and the way he danced to the Twist.

Larry was the son of the late Laura Black. A loving father to his three children Jill Pesca and her late husband Patrick, Renee Montenegro and her husband Raul, Scott Knazek and his wife Juliana. Dear Pop-Pop to his three grandchildren Jordan and Tyler Pesca, and Remy Montenegro. Brother of Joseph Knazek and wife Susan. Uncle of David, Michael, Brett and Joseph Knazek.

A memorial mass will be held for family and friends. Please contact daughter, Jill Pesca at Jillian.1nj@gmail.com for further details.