Larry Orcutt Obituary

Age - 75

September 10, 2023

Gloversville, NY

Larry A. Orcutt, 75, of Gloversville, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2023 with his family by his side. A Service of Remembrance will take place on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 3p. m. at Fulmont Community Church, 16 W. Fulton Street, Gloversville, NY 12078. Relatives and friends are invited and may call prior to the service beginning at 1p. m. at the church. Private burial will take place in Ferndale Cemetery, Johnstown. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Betz, Rossi, Bellinger & Stewart Family Funeral Homes, 51 Fremont Street, Gloversville.

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