Benjamin "Larry" Lawrence Truchon

Benjamin ”Larry” Lawrence Truchon, passed away peacefully on April

6th, 2026 at Western Reserve Hospice following a recent fall. He was

surrounded by the love of his family in his final days. Born on January 3,

1940 in Cleveland, Ohio, Larry lived a life defined by devotion to God, hard

work, a generous spirit and an unwavering love for his family. A graduate

from St. Paul High School, Larry served in the U.S. Army before beginning

his career in road construction. He worked for Chapin & Chapin and later

BOCA Construction, where he earned the distinction of being the

company’s first ever retiree. At age 52, Larry met his wife of 35 years,

Barb, after mass, winning her over with a donut and coffee.

In his 86 years, Larry touched many lives. He was a fierce and loyal Ohio

State fan, he spent countless fall weekends at “The Shoe” and traveling to

away games cheering on his beloved Buckeyes with friends and family. He

maintained a cherished tradition with his brother, “Copey” and wife Becky

(Punta Gorda, FL) by calling to catch up every Sunday morning. Larry also

loved his annual March trips to St. Maarten, fun family adventures, outings

with friends and cheering on his grandkids at school and sporting events.

Everyone who knew Larry, loved him. He was a soft-spoken, kind-hearted, gentle soul who never raised his voice or spoke an unkind word.

He was a man of faith, never missing weekly or daily 6:15 mass after

retirement. He took great pleasure in volunteering at St. Paul with the

camaraderie of friends. Over the years, breakfast and coffee at Berry’s and

Star Diner became part of their weekly ritual. The family extends

heartfelt gratitude to the staffs at Fisher Titus Hospital and Stien Hospice

for their compassionate care and support during his final journey.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Marge and Carl Copenhaver,

his brother Bill “Copey” Copenhaver and aunts, uncles and cousins. Larry

is survived by his wife; Barb, his stepchildren; Krista (Kevin) Kyle, Greg

Wechter and Kevin (Mandy) Wechter, along with 4 grandchildren; Ian

(Amber) Kyle, Lucas Kyle, Mazie Wechter and Addie Wechter.

Family and friends are invited to gather, share stories and say final

farewells at Walker-Eastman-Heydinger Funeral Home on 98 West Main St. in Norwalk on

Friday April 10th, from 4pm to 7pm. A funeral Mass will be held

on April 11th at St. Paul Catholic Church at 10:30 am., with a Celebration

of Life to follow at St. Paul Gathering Space. The family will have a private

burial ceremony at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests

donations be made to St. Paul Catholic Church in his memory.