Send Flowers
Obituaries

Laurence F. Mirick

03/20/1920 - 08/26/2010

Text:

Obituary For Laurence F. Mirick

Laurence F. Mirick, 90 USAF Retired, died at his home on Thursday surrounded by his family and cared for by the Norwell Visiting Nurse and Hospice. He was born in Jamaica Plain, son of the late Laurence P. and Melinda C. (Rifenburg) Mirick and was raised and educated in Quincy. Larry was a member of the Class of 1938 at North Quincy High School. A proud Air Force career veteran, he served for 40 years. During World War II he served for 28 month’s in New Guinea, Northern Solomon’s, Bismark Archipelago and the Southern Philippines. No one loved life or their country more than he did. Mr. Mirick was the Past State President of the Retired Armed Forces Association, Post Commander of the Quincy Commandry, and member of the order for the Preservation of Indian Culture. He was also the author of many short stories for the Friends Journal. He is survived by his wife, Katie Jean (Rourk) Murphy Mirick, sons Laurence Jr. and his wife Bev of Braintree, Kenneth and his wife Debbie of VA, Glen and his wife Mindy of Abington, Wayne and his wife Maryrose of Weymouth, #5 & 6 Sons Steve and Bob Whitby of Canada and his daughter Christine Murphy of E. Boston. Also surviving are 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and last but not least his beloved friend Marty and his little dog Prince. The Mirick family welcomes loved ones and friends to celebrate Larry’s life on Sunday August 29, 2010 from 4:00-7:00 PM in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union St., ROCKLAND. A funeral service will be held on Monday August 30, 2010 at 11:30 AM in the funeral home followed by interment with Military Honors at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne at 2:00 PM. Donations in his memory may be made to the Norwell Visiting Nurse and Hospice, 91 Longwater Circle, Norwell, MA 02061

Services

29 Aug

Visitation

16:00 PM - 19:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
30 Aug

Funeral Service

11:30 AM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
30 Aug

Burial with Military Honors

14:00 PM

Massachusetts National Cemetery MacArthur Blvd Bourne, MA Get Directions »
by Obituary Assistant

Photos & Video

Add New Photos & Video

Condolences

  • 05/25/2021

    Kenneth Mirick

    Yesterday was dad's birthday, he would have been 92. A day doesn't go by that we don't think about all the good times we shared and and all the love he had for the people around him. We have some really great memories. My thanks to his beloved wife Katie for allowing us to become part their family. We will always miss and love him.

  • 05/25/2021

    Debbie & Kenny

    One year ago today we lost our "Dad." He will always be a part of our lives and memories. We miss him dearly. Someday we will see you again.

  • 05/25/2021

    Susan Alanurm

    My heartfelt sympathy to Katie Mirick and the Mirick family at the passing of Larry Sr. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace dear Larry

  • 05/25/2021

    Jennifer

    We will miss you Grandpa.

  • 05/25/2021

    Maryrose Mirick

    At 17 yrs. old I went to meet my new boyfriends Dad. Like his son, he was a very tall, handsome, ebullient man who lit up the room with his smile. You continued to light up my heart for over 40 years. I laughed when you told tales of #1, 2, 3, and 4 son. And which son was in the #1 spot that day. I listened with pride as you told stories of serving your country. You always made me feel love, and I will miss you. Love, Maryrose

  • 05/25/2021

    Shaun Galvin

    Dear Larry, Glen, Jerry and all of Larry's family and friends, I am very sorry to learn of Larry's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences and sympathies. May Larry Sr rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Take Care and God Bless You all. Shaun Galvin and family

  • 05/25/2021

    Ed and Barbara Arnold

    Please accept our sincere sympathy and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Over the years. we have enjoyed sharing many family memories with the Mirick family when they would gather at the home of Wayne and Maryrose. In caring and friendship, Ed and Barbara Arnold and family

  • 05/25/2021

    Ken & Debbie Mirick

    Happy Birthday in heaven. Miss your phone calls and stories

  • 05/25/2021

    Debbie Mirick

    Happy 100th birthday in Heaven. We love a miss you everyday

  • 05/25/2021

    Debbie Mirick

    Miss you Dad
    Miss your phone calls, stories, letters and visits

    Love you,
    Debbie

Add a Candle or Spiritual Image

Click below to add to your message.