Obituary of Larry Littman

Larry L. Littman, 60, of Lockport, NY passed away unexpectedly on November 4, 2009 at home. He was born August 4, 1949 in Lockport, NY. He graduated from DeSales Catholic High School in 1967 and then served, in the US Air Force. Larry and Gladys Gervan were married on June 27, 1970 at St Bridget&amp;#39;s Church, Newfane, NY. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the State University College at Buffalo and his Master of Science degree in Education from Niagara University. Larry taught Kindergarten at Anna Merritt Elementary School, Lockport, NY for 28 years. It was at Anna Merritt that Larry felt honored and fortunate to work with many dedicated teachers and friends while touching the lives of countless children. He was a member of Lockport Elks Lodge #41 where he served as secretary of the House Committee and was also a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Larry was preceded in death by his father, Walter J Littman Jr., his father and mother-in-law Hugh and Mildred Gervan and his brother-in-law, John Gervan. Larry is survived by his loving wife, Gladys; two sons, Chad (Kathy Castile) Littman and Cory (Laura Stoll) Littman. He was the proud Papa and Pops to: Hayden, Olivia, Greta, Alexa, Paige and Cade Littman. Larry is further survived by his mother, Rose Lewis Littman; his brother, Val (Linda Korolewski) Littman; his sister-in-law, Nancy Bunn Gervan; two nieces, Tracy (Alan) Bray and Deborah (Byron) Walker and one nephew, Timothy (Dawn) Gervan. He is also survived by many cousins, great nieces, nephews and many friends. Relatives and friends may call Sunday 12:00-2:00 and 5:00-7:00 at Prudden &amp; Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport. A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 9, 2009 at 11:00 AM at 6536 Hatter Road, Newfane, NY. Interment will be at Hartland Cemetery, Hartland, NY. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorial donations may be made to Equi*Star, Inc., PO Box 25, Newfane, NY 14108 or Challenger Sports League, 3511 Landers Lane, Gasport, NY 14067. Larry was a supporter and advocate for both of these very special groups. Please visit www.pruddenandkandt.com to leave the family an online condolence. <h3>Visitation</h3> Relatives and friends may call Sunday 12:00-2:00 and 5:00-7:00 at Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport. <h3>Services</h3> A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 9, 2009 at 11:00 AM at 6536 Hatter Road, Newfane, NY. <h3>Interment</h3> Interment will be at Hartland Cemetery, Hartland, NY.