Buffalo, NY, formerly of Central City, PA. Preceded in death by parents Joseph and Ann Palya and brother William; survived by son Christopher (Debra) and beloved granddaughter Samantha; also survived by 6 brothers, John (Dottie), Clarksville, VA; Joseph, York, PA; Daniel (Theresa), Rockville, MD; Richard (Margretta), Silver Spring, MD; David (Mary Frances), Lancaster, PA; Jim (Sarah), Butler, PA, and 1 sister Dolores (Larry), Red Lion, PA; and many nieces and nephews. Larry was an avid Pirates and Sabres fan. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Larry's name to the American Diabetes Association.