Lawrence J. Easton, age 91, of Chelsea, MI, passed away at his home on May 10, 2025. He was born on May 13, 1933, in Jeddo, MI, the son of Joseph and Anne (Zarrett) Easton.
Known to many as Larry, he proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. After his service, he worked for DTE Energy as a lineman, dedicating 43 years of service before retiring. In 2007, Larry and his wife, Patricia, moved to the Chelsea area, having previously resided in Garden City. They wintered in Florida for many years, creating many lasting memories and friendships.
Larry had a passion for craftsmanship—spending many hours in his machine shop, woodworking. He also enjoyed reading. He was known for his sense of humor and his terrible jokes. Larry was also a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Chelsea.
On May 26, 1990, Larry married Patricia (Ziemba) Cassidy, who survives him. He is also survived by children: Kenneth Easton of Taylor, Denise Eland of Milan, and Jo Anne Phillips; Deborah (Michael) Haller, Cindy (Larry) Klemszak, Robert Cassidy, and Christopher (Dawn) Cassidy; his brother, Michael Easton of South Carolina; several grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Dianne, and two sisters, Lois and Susan.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Chelsea, with V. Rev. Dr. William J. Canon Turner officiating. The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will take place at Parkview Memorial Cemetery in Livonia.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church or the Disabled American Veterans (DAV).
Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.
