Lawrence (Larry) James Whalen, 52, of North Adams died on Friday September 22, 2017 at home.

He was born on December 31, 1964 in Chicopee, MA,
the son of James J. Jr. and Carolyn G. (Bailey) Whalen.

He attended Greenfield Schools and graduated from Greenfield High
School.

Prior to a disability Larry was employed by Rice's Ice in Greenfield, MA.

He enjoyed training dogs and camping.

Larry was predeceased by his parents.

Survivors include his wife, Jacqueline A (Perras) Whalen whom he married April 23, 2003. He also leaves two brothers, David Whalen and his wife Lisa of Heath, MA and Mark Whalen of Keene, NH and a sister, Louise Wright and her husband Jim of Middlebury, VT. He also leaves 5 step children including Robin Carchedi, Roberta Ovitt, Kevin Beliveau, Edward Chaffee Jr, Zachariah Chaffee, several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A private celebration of life will be held at a future date. Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Home - Central Chapel 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA 01247 is in charge of arrangements.

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