Larry Charles Snow, 80, of Burlington, Vt., passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, surrounded by his beloved wife, Lynn; his daughter, Laura; and his very special niece, Wynter Snow Edwards, and her husband, Doug.
Larry was born on September 7, 1945, in South Burlington, Vt., the son of Walter David Snow and Ruth Lillian (Antonelli) Snow. He attended South Burlington schools and, in 1966, was drafted into the United States Army, where he proudly served his country in Vietnam as an artilleryman.
After returning home, Larry married the love of his life, Lynn Maynard. In 1969, they welcomed their greatest joy — their daughter, Laura, lovingly known as his “Pumpkin.” Over nearly 60 years together, Larry and Lynn built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter and countless cherished memories.
In 1968, Larry joined the Burlington Fire Department, where he served with pride and dedication for 26 years. He retired in 1994 as a captain at Station 4. When not on duty, Larry worked in construction and was a highly skilled carpenter, known for his ability to build or fix just about anything.
Larry enjoyed many years of hunting and fishing with friends — until he discovered the game of golf. Never one to sit still, he started his own one-man business, Leaf Relief, after retirement, carefully scheduling three days a week for work so he could spend the other four on the golf course. Trading fishing poles and rifles for golf clubs, Larry found his true passion. He cherished his membership at Rocky Ridge and eagerly anticipated his annual golf trips to Saranac with his buddies. According to rumor, Larry “was the man who created the power fade and controlled it with power and finesse.” His proudest achievement on the course was shooting a 74 on a par 72.
Larry was a proud lifetime member of the BPOE #916 Burlington. When he wasn’t golfing, he could often be found “ticky tacking” around the house, practicing his putting in the backyard, taking long drives in his favorite truck, cheering on his beloved New York Yankees, or simply enjoying time with Lynn and Laura.
Larry was the kind of man you rarely meet and never forget. His laughter filled every room and will continue to echo in the hearts of those who knew him. A natural jokester, he had a gift for lifting spirits with a well-timed comment or a playful grin. His hugs were steady and reassuring — the kind that made you feel safe and at home. He did things his way, and when Larry made up his mind, you might as well get on board.
He was strong in a quiet, unwavering way — never flashy or boastful, just dependable. He faced life’s challenges with steady resolve and never complained about what came his way. He believed deeply in hard work, loyalty and doing what was right, even when it wasn’t easy.
To many, Larry was a brother, a loyal friend and a mentor. To those closest to him, he was far more — a constant, steady presence, a guiding hand through life’s uncertainties and a source of comfort when it mattered most.
He was the absolute light of Laura’s life. She was immensely proud of her father — her hero, her Superman. Larry could fix anything, make everything better with his words or his giant hugs, and overcome any obstacle life placed in his path. He often told her, “You can do anything you put your mind to, Pumpkin,” and he lived those words every day.
Larry is survived by his wife, Lynn Maynard Snow, of Burlington; daughter, Laura Snow, and her partner, Robert Steele, of Colchester, Vt.; and sisters Mary Jane Jenkins of Ferrisburgh, Vt.; Carole Lothrop and her husband, Gregory, of Milton, Vt.; and Karyl Snow Sweeney and her husband, Bob Sweeney, of South Hero, Vt. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Jim Hobbs of South Burlington, Vt.; sister-in-law Karen Maynard and her partner, Peter Juras, of Rego Park, N.Y.; and brother-in-law David Maynard and his wife, Jacqueline, of Burlington. He is also survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews, and their families, as well as many cherished friends.
He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Walter “Butch” Snow and David Allen Snow; sister Sherrie Lee Snow Hobbs; brother-in-law Robert Jenkins; father- and mother-in-law, Louis and Jeannette Maynard; and sister-in-law Charlene Maynard Brown.
Lynn and Laura extend their deepest gratitude to Wynter and Doug Edwards; Cheryl Marek; Tricia Brown; Sue Messier; and Pete Walsh for the love, strength and support they provided during this difficult time. The family would also like to thank Ken and Robin Curler for the beautifully handcrafted urn that serves as Larry’s final resting place. They extend sincere appreciation to Courtney with the University of Vermont Home Health & Hospice, as well as the compassionate nurses at McClure Miller Respite House, for the care shown to Larry during his brief time with them. Larry also asked that special thanks be given to the Burlington firefighters at Station 4 for the care and respect they showed him.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Larry’s honor to the Joe Andruzzi Foundation (joeandruzzifoundation.org) or the Vermont Police Canine Association (vtk9.com).
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Larry’s life on Sunday, February 15, noon to 4 p.m., at the Burlington Elks Lodge, 925 North Ave., Burlington, VT. A Firefighters’ Tribute will take place at 1 p.m.