Lawrence "Larry" Haberman

Lawrence “Larry” Haberman, 78, of Painesville, passed away on February 17, 2026, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on August 16, 1947, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Irving and Myra Haberman. Larry is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Kathleen “Kathy”; his children, Jennifer “Jenny” (Mike Farrell) Wagner and Mark (Heather) Haberman; his beloved grandchildren, Carter Elizabeth Wagner and Alexander, John, and Rachel Haberman; his brothers, Gary (Beverly, deceased) and Michael (Dusk) Haberman; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends. Larry grew up in East Cleveland and Eastlake, where his early years fostered his deep love for family, food, and life’s simple joys. A proud 1969 graduate of Case Western Reserve University, Larry built a distinguished 30-year career at ABB Inc. (formerly Bailey Controls and Bailey Meter Company), serving as a Software Developer, Application Engineer, and Project Manager. Larry was also a member of the Eastlake Junior Chamber of Commerce and the Western Reserve Photographic Society. Photography was his lifelong passion. Through his lens, he captured the beauty of nature and the milestones of those he loved most. His photographs will continue to tell the stories of a life well-lived and deeply loved. Above all, Larry was devoted to his family. He was endlessly proud of his children and delighted in his grandchildren, always finding ways to create lasting memories together. He believed in being present and intentional in every moment. His greatest love was his wife of 55 years, Kathy. Together, they built a life grounded in love, humor, adventure, and unwavering partnership. Throughout his illness, Kathy remained faithfully by his side, living their vows “in sickness and in health” with grace and devotion. Larry also shared his heart with many beloved pets over the years, most recently Ginger, the dog he once insisted he didn’t want, who became his loyal companion and protector. Larry will be remembered for his quiet strength, fierce loyalty, gift for storytelling, passion for photography, and his appreciation for good food. Family and friends will be received from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor, Ohio 44060. The funeral service will follow immediately at 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home. A Celebration of Life Reception will follow the service from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Concord Township Community Center, 7671 Auburn Rd., Concord Township, Ohio 44077. Interment will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Painesville, Ohio, at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 27, 2026. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Larry’s memory to support pancreatic cancer research through the UH Seidman Cancer Center, a designated National Pancreas Foundation (NPF) Center. Gifts support clinical trials, early detection strategies, and advanced treatment options. Contributions can be made online at https://support.uhgiving.org/site/Donation2?df_id=1941&1941.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T Thank you to all the wonderful doctors, nurses, and staff at UH and Cleveland Clinic hospitals, Homestead II and Concord Village nursing homes, and home health care personnel for their compassionate and professional care. The family encourages you to honor Larry by spending intentional time with those you love, capturing the moment, telling the story, and never missing a chance to gather. Offer condolences at www.brunners.com

Lawrence "Larry" Haberman

August 16, 1947 - February 17, 2026