Hilario “Larry” Pepito, ( known as “Pepi” to his friends), 70, of New Port Richey, FL went on to his home in heaven. He had been at HPH Hospice Marliere Care Center in New Port Richey as a result of a massive heart attack. On the afternoon of September 10th, 2015, surrounded by his family he went home with the Lord.
Larry was born to the late Catalina and Juanito Pepito, in Philadelphia, PA on September 26, 1944. He was the eldest of ten children. Larry’s career was established in security systems after leaving the military. He moved up to management and remained in that field until he was forced to retire due to disability at the age of 62. Larry was a veteran who served in Vietnam and proud of his military service. He was a member of the American Legion.
Larry loved to sing and had a wonderful voice but will best be remembered for his humor, he could be outrageously funny. Just a small sample —- At our wedding reception when the band took a break, he went to the microphone, and called me to the stage to sing a love song to me. Present were Filipino family and friends seated at one long table, my family and friends at another, and both our friends at another table. With Larry’s Uncle Juan playing guitar and Pop-Pop on the mandolin, Larry came in close taking my face in his hand and began to sing. He sang a love song special to all Filipino’s and it went like this —“Dahil sa iyo Nais kong ma buhay Dahil sa iyo gonna buy pizza pie o”— As you can see he forgot the words but it never stopped him from singing. The Filipino’s were falling off their chairs with laughter, while everyone else was wondering what was happening.
Larry is survived by his wife of 45 years, Ella “Suzy”; his four sons: Russell, Michael and Richard Hays, and Raymon Pepito; his grandchildren: Nicole Prentis and Brenna Pepito as well as Jerame and Amanda Kallis; his great granddaughter, Carianna Prentis; his siblings, Vicky, Connie, Nino, Serena, John, David and Benny Pepito , Franny and Bill Dohn.
While he will be dearly missed by those of us who loved him, we celebrate the fact that he is at home with his Savior Jesus. We will have a memorial service at his home church “The Gathering”, 735 Martin Rd, Jasper, GA 30143, at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 3, 2015 with Pastor Irvin Smith officiating.
lots of love from your brother david u will be missed by all never forget all the good times u will always be alive in our hearts peace and may the lord always be by your side cause i know u have a story to tell him lololo and try not to lie love u bro
brother larry this # 3 bro you left this earth too soon, would of been your bday sept 26, gonna miss you bro remmbering the times on old york road you were a real pepito luv ya bro your with mom now god bless your soul and may you rest in peace.
I loved you Lar, My older brother, You were my protector as kids in the projects of Philly, then later years as a teenager. You warned all your friends and the guys on corner ” hands off my sister”
Looking back, I wish I could have protected you. Each time I hear the oldie song ” Who wrote the book of Love” I still see you and your group on stage at the Tasker Projects Talent show…and you won !! but of course you did– from the alter boy you were to the big brother and father..always with a sweet,quiet,melodic tone.
Sleep in Peace now, I wish we had more time..
But you know– Mom always protected you , first, and so it is..
Remembering those times in our youth when you taught me how to dance, were protective when boys talked to me, came to my aid when you were needed and took me for rides on your motorcycle. I am most grateful for the loving kindness from Suzy and your sons during your last days with us and later at your home. Their strong faith and love has surely provided you the happy environment in which you have lived most of your life. I look forward to spending time in that most sacred space you have called home in the past. Now, your beautiful voice is harmonizing with the angels in God’s house. Peace to us all, Sister Edna (Serena)
A casi nadie le gusta hablar de la muerte; duele demasiado por ende lo evitan. Sin embargo, tarde o temprano, todos tenemos que enfrentarnos a ella. Por tal razon, hoy deseo compartir con usted un mensaje de esperanza. Dios nos da en su Palabra, la Biblia, la esperanza de que los volveremos a ver en un paraíso terrestre.“Todos los que están en las tumbas conmemorativas” resucitarán (Juan 5:28, 29). En su palabra nos promete que: “Va a haber resurrección así de justos como de injustos”(Hechos 24:15). En Isaías 25:8 leemos que Jehová “realmente se tragará a la muerte para siempre”. Que maravilla,volver abrazar a los que ya han muerto y jamas tener que verlos morir, le invito a que busque dichos versos en su Biblia, le daran paz mental y una esperanza sin igual.
Pepi was a close friend of mine and just found out 10/26/2016 why i never heard from him.i always called him on his birthday because it’s mine also.I’m just sad that the family never let me know he passed on.
Just discovered that Pepe had passed. Just last night a former co-worker and I were reminiscing our old office location DC. Pepe popped up conversation.
Pepe is a VERY good individual. As I am 15 years younger, short tempered, and impatient, he taught me to take things in stride.
We lost contact and after 30 years, I still think of him.
May God always walk with him.
Be safe my brother.