Lawrence J. Elliott of Brewster, New York, passed away Thursday May 14, 2026, at the age of 82.
Lawrence “Larry” Elliott was born on May 17, 1943, in the Bronx, New York, to the late Joseph and Margaret (Strempel) Elliott. A graduate of Cardinal Hayes High School in the Bronx, he later earned his bachelor’s degree from Mercy College. In 1965, Larry was drafted into the United States Army and proudly served a tour in Vietnam from 1966 to 1967.
After completing his military service, Larry joined the Fire Department of New York, where he dedicated thirty years of service to the FDNY, rising to the rank of Lieutenant before retiring in 1997. On January 24, 1970, he married the love of his life, Kathryn Hamilton, in the Bronx.
Following their move to Brewster, Larry became deeply involved in the community. He was a devoted member of Sacred Heart Church, the Fr. Breen Council 7490 Knights of Columbus, and the Putnam Lake VFW Post 9257. He generously gave his time teaching CCD at Sacred Heart Church and coaching girls’ track at Brewster High School and John F. Kennedy Catholic School in Somers for more than 30 years. Larry also took great pride in coaching his son Stephen’s soccer and track teams.
Larry and Kathryn opened their hearts and home to foster children and shared a lifelong love of animals.
In addition to his beloved wife, Kathryn, Lawrence is survived by his son, Stephen Elliott, and Stephen’s wife, Antoinette Roman, of Danbury, CT; his brother, Joseph; his sister, Joann; and his cherished grandchildren, Stephen and Alexandra. He was predeceased by his sister, Susan.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 10 a.m. at St. Lawrence O’Toole Church in Brewster, New York, followed by interment at St. Lawrence O’Toole Cemetery in Brewster. Family and friends may pay their respects during visitation on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Beecher Funeral Home, 1 Putnam Avenue, Brewster, New York.
Memorial contributions in Lawrence’s honor may be made to the NY Fire Fighters Burn Center Foundation, 21 Asch Loop, Bronx, NY 10475, or through the organization’s website, https://www.nyffburncenter.com/.
