Lawrence J. (Larry) Byrne of Cypress, Texas passed away at home with wife, Alice, by his side on July 9, 2022 at 84 years of age. He was the youngest son of the late Anne and Lawrence J. Byrne of Ruby, New York. He was born in Kingston, New York on March 5, 1938. He graduated from Kingston High School in 1956 and began his career with Texaco Oil Company working as a gas station attendant on the New York Thruway. Larry married his wife, Alice, in May 1965. They resided in Saugerties, New York where they welcomed four children to their family. Larry had a strong work ethic which allowed him to advance with Texaco. He relocated with the company to Cherry Hill, New Jersey in 1977 and then to Houston, Texas in 1983. Larry retired after 46 years of service.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Alice; children, Bridget (Tim) Shoecraft, Timothy (Annette) Byrne, Patrick (Kursten) Byrne; 10 grandchildren, Timothy, Elizabeth and Victoria Shoecraft; Falynne, Logan, Gabrielle, Kaitlyn, Meghan, Brendan, and Connor Byrne; brother Bernard; numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, great nieces and  great nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Lawrence J. (L.J.) Byrne, III; and grandchild, Thomas J. Shoecraft.

Larry was known for his strong faith and desire to serve. From his youth, he was active in the church, first as an altar boy and later as a volunteer in church ministries. He was a vibrant member of The Prince of Peace Catholic community until his battle with Parkinson's rendered him bedridden. He loved his family and was a beautiful example to them of love for the Lord and neighbor. Larry was known by all for his quick wit and warm smile. He was patient, kind, honest, and loyal- traits that his family deeply admired and hope to carry on in his memory.

A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, July 26 at 12:30 P.M. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church (Mary Chapel), 19222 State Hwy. 249, Houston, TX. A rosary will be recited at noon prior to the Mass. Interment will be at 2:00 P.M. at Klein Memorial Park, 9714 FM 2920, Klein, Texas. A reception will follow at Prince of Peace Catholic Church following the graveside service. Please come and share your favorite memories!

Memorials may be directed to POP Mercy Ministry.