Larry Louis Lombard, 93, known as "Lou" to most, of Pelham, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Thursday morning, March 7, 2024, at the Lowell General Hospital.

He was predeceased by his loving wife of 67 years, Grace (Iantosca) Lombard. Lou is survived by his children, Lou Lombard and his wife Patricia of Londonderry, NH, Mike Lombard and his wife Suzanne of Pelham, NH, and John Lombard and his wife Christine of Myrtle Beach, SC; his grandchildren, Christopher, Jonathan, Shannon, and Michael; his great-grandchildren, Ayden, Abygail, and Aryanna; and his sister, Janet Manuel of Groveland, MA.

Lou was born in Boston on January 29, 1931, to Edgar and May Carpenter (Boucher) Lombard and was one of nine children. He and his siblings were raised in Chelsea, MA where he attended local schools before enlisting in the United States Army, serving in the Korean War. Upon the completion of his service, he returned to his hometown and started his family. His post service years began working for a Chelsea based shoe manufacturing company before starting his career with the Mass Port Authority.

When not working, he was a big follower of the Boston sports teams, especially the Red Sox, an avid boxing fan, and a well-versed wresting enthusiast. Lou was also an accomplished musician and will be remembered for his voice and talent playing the guitar with his band, The Larry L. Trio. His band performed at area social clubs, function halls, and entertainment venues. He even filled in as a backup musician for traveling celebrity entertainers. Unable to play the guitar in his later years, he was self-taught on the keyboards singing and playing the organ daily. Throughout the years he played both at home while Grace crocheted making song requests.

Upon their retirement, Lou and Grace moved to Florida. They enjoyed their snowbird time living at Crystal Bay in Lake Suzy making many new friends from across the country. He and Grace loved organizing the bingo games, scavenger hunts, group dinners, shopping, and holiday decorating with their neighbors.

But beyond all else, he most cherished the time spent with Grace, his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Honoring his request, a private service and burial will take place at the NH Veteran's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans, 1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW Ste. 840, Washington, DC 20036.

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