The passing of Larry Hooker represents a significant loss to Chelsea – a man whose character combined toughness with warmth, and whose devotion to his wife, his friends and his community defined his life. Those who knew him across the years, the many Chelsea residents and former residents whose paths crossed with his, now find themselves grieving his unexpected death. At the Record, we were acquainted with Larry. Though he presented a hard exterior, his true nature was generous and principled. His integrity was absolute, his honesty unwavering, and his commitment to those close to him – both family and friends – never wavered throughout his life. The community mourns his loss. Chelsea has been diminished by the departure of one of its finest, and those who called him friend are left to remember what he meant to them.
Larry Hooker
