Lawrence 'Larry' J. Choronzy

IRONWOOD - Lawrence "Larry" J. Choronzy, 75, of Ironwood, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2024, at the Aspirus Ironwood Hospital.

Larry was born on Jan. 6, 1949, to John and Signe (Kaartunen) Choronzy in Ironwood. He was a true Norrie resident, living on the same street his entire 75 years of life. Larry was a 1967 graduate of L.L. Wright High School in Ironwood. He was united in marriage to Gail Lehto, his high school sweetheart, on May 9, 1970, in Ironwood. He was a member of the U.S. Army Reserves.

Larry was a self-educated man in many areas. He had a mind that could meticulously fix or figure out any problem. He was a hard-working man with many employment positions in the area, beginning with his paper delivery route, then on to the trailer plant, then White Pine Mine. He then worked as a truck driver delivering cemetery vaults, and he retired as a lumber truck driver. He touched many lives and worked with many wonderful people.

Larry loved his "two-wheels," his Harley and - as he aged - his three-wheeler Harley. Larry and Pat explored the states of Wisconsin and Michigan, taking back roads and seeing small towns. They also loved taking trips to the North Shore, the Keweenaw and River Run, to name a few.

Larry loved to be outdoors, beginning as a child exploring the area, trapping and ski-jumping, camping and fishing with his family and friends. His fishing family was a large part of his life. Larry was such a good teacher, Pat even outfished him at times. The deer hunting camp meant a lot to Larry. His collection of deer mounts will attest to it. His deer hunting family will surely miss his dedication, his wit and his humor. Larry was a lifelong member of the Norrie Amateur Sports Club.

Larry is survived by his son, Keith (Jennifer) Choronzy; his co-pilot in life, Pat Kangas; two brothers, Dale (Kathy) Choronzy and Ronald (Mary) Choronzy; and numerous grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Gail; and his son, Kurt.

A celebration of Larry's life will be held on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Norrie Club in Ironwood. Burial was held at Riverside Cemetery in Ironwood.

Larry was a good soul - a kind, likable man by those whose lives he touched. He will be missed.

The family has chosen McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home in Ironwood to honor Larry's legacy of life. To make an online condolence or for more information, visit McKevittPatrickFuneralHome.com.