Larry Torres, 58

October 25, 2025

Larry Torres, 58, passed away at his Lancaster home with his family by his side on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, the son of Conchita Ortiz.

He graduated from J. P. McCaskey High School, with the Class of 1986, where he played football, wrestled and ran track and field. Throughout his life Larry was involved in Lancaster sports, coaching and mentoring many kids in baseball, softball, wrestling and football. Larry’s team won the Roberto Clemente Softball Championship five years in a row. He became an ASA softball umpire. Larry was a diehard Dallas Cowboys fan.

He was an accomplished welder, working for Burnham in Lancaster.

Larry dearly loved his family and attending family gatherings. He enjoyed spreading love to everyone. His family motto was “One Name, One Family.” In return, Larry was beloved by his family and as well by a host of friends who he considered to be his brothers and sisters. Many of his friends were lifelong friends.

He previously worshipped at In the Light Ministries.

Larry is survived by his mother Conchita Ortiz; eight children: Amaris Torruellas, Israel Torreullas, Joshua Torreullas, Luis Cruz, Ivette Torreullas, Anthony Torreullas, and twins Lari Torreullas and Larissa Torreullas; 19 grandchildren; two siblings: Maria M. Torres, and Pedro J. Torres, Jr, (Krisette); and his Yorkie dog Princess.

A memorial service will take place at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 11:00 am, with Pastor Carmen Morales officiating. Larry’s family will greet friends from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Interment will be in Conestoga Memorial Park.