Larry Stolurow RIP

My earlier Blog about my friend Larry gave you an idea of the deep respect I hold for Larry, and how much his friendship meant to me.

Larry has taken his last breath, and is no longer waiting for his energy to return. His loss of energy was his single complaint while making his many visits to ER and physicians to determine just what was causing his pain and why he felt so tired.

The pain was under control and Larry was fully functional, although tired. His brain remained as sharp as ever, and he was not in denial of the probability of cancer. At almost 91 the doctors did not want to do a biopsy, it would serve no positive purpose. Larry and Sue were part of that decision.

Sue, bless her, knowing Larry felt that if he could stop his weight loss, would recapture his energy, prepared him the foods and deserts he dearly loved. There was always a delicious assortment of yummys around, for Larry and his guests.

Oh how I will miss his wonderful sense of humor, his adventurous designs, his wonderful silver and stone works. Larry's jewelry was imaginative and without limits. Many came to shows and galleries when they knew Larry's jewelry would be available. He had a legion of loyal friends.

He was never without a smile, or an outstretched hand to help a student with a problem. UCSD's Jewelry Studio will not be the same, there will never be another TA like Larry Stolurow.

My friend, I will miss you deeply, there is a hole in my soul, and sadness in my heart. You were in every sense of the word, A Mensch.

Goodbye Larry,

Hugs,

Terrie