Lawrence "Larry" Arthur Deveau

ADRIAN- Lawrence “Larry” Arthur Deveau, 76, of Adrian, Michigan died early Monday morning, July 17, 2023 at Promedica Charles & Virginia Hickman Hospital surrounded by his family. Larry was born on October 22, 1946 in Grayling, MI the son of Lawrence and Laura (Robinson) Deveau. He earned his Bachelor of Science from Northern Michigan University and a Masters in Educational Administration from Eastern Michigan University. Larry shared his love of learning as a social studies teacher at Drager Middle School for many years. He went on to be the assistant principal at Adrian High School for over 25 years before he retired. It was during his time at Drager Middle School that Larry met his future wife, Diane Moro. Larry and Diane were united in marriage on August 21, 1971 at Our Lady of Good Council in Detroit, MI. They have shared over 51 years of love, raised a family, and created many wonderful memories. Larry’s faith was an important part of his life, and he was a member of Holy Family Parish, St. Mary’s for many years. He was an avid reader and loved doing yardwork and gardening. Larry was a skilled “handyman” and always had projects going on. He enjoyed remodeling and fixing up the family home. Larry loved his family greatly and always made time to capture memories. He was a runner for most of his life and shared this passion with his daughter, Catherine. Together they ran the Sunshine Skyway Bridge 10K in St. Petersburg, FL. In addition to his loving wife, Diane, Larry is survived by their children, Matthew (Emily) Deveau, Jason (Elizabeth) Deveau and Catherine Deveau; grandchildren, Henri and Isla Deveau and Breccan Deveau; and sister, Barbara Robinson. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Funeral Mass for the soul of Larry will be celebrated by Father Mike Newman, OSFS, on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Parish, St. Mary’s Campus in Adrian. The family will receive friends for visitation at Wagley Funeral Home in Adrian on Friday, July 21, 2023, beginning at 3:00 p.m. and will conclude with a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. An additional visitation will be held on Saturday morning at the church, from 9:30 a.m. until mass begins. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation or the Wounded Warrior Project. Online condolence and memories may be shared at www.WagleyFuneralHomes.com.

Lawrence "Larry" Arthur Deveau

October 22, 1946 - July 17, 2023