Lawrence K. Sousa

Lawrence K. Sousa, Sr., “Larry” AKA Mad Dog, born on 8/01/48 in Augusta, Maine passed away peacefully at home with his wife, daughter and grandchildren by his side on 8/10/25 in Tucson, Arizona.

Larry was preceded in death by his mother, Evelyn Lanious Sousa; father, Marcellino Sousa, and son, Mark Sousa (who he missed so much). Brothers, Roger and Gary, and sister, Linda.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Sousa of nearly 50 years; his daughter, Sherri Lathrop, her husband, Jamie Lathrop who he thought of like a son.

Grandchildren:

James Lathrop III

Mikayla (Lathrop) Merrill

Anthony Sousa

Jacob Sousa

Kolby Lathrop

Tyrell Sousa

Savannah Lathrop

Logan Sousa

Great grandchildren:

Bentley Sousa

Oakley Merrill

Nash Merrill

Grandpa always talked about how proud he was of their work ethics, love and devotion to each other and the family. He always enjoyed their visits. He left them all with humor and stories that they will cherish forever.

Many nieces, nephews and close friends that looked at him like a father and meant a lot to him. You know who you are, and he and we love you.

Larry was a tree expert in his younger years. He was a jack of all trades. After moving to Arizona in the 80’s he and Nancy had their own business, landscaping and odd jobs. He traveled from Maine to Arizona more times than one could imagine.

He had a love for riding Harley’s. He’s built Harley’s, trucks and cars from the ground up. Larry had a need for speed and a passion for anything with a motor. Like his tattoo says he was “Born to be Wild”. He could tinker in his garage for hours. He was the best wheeler and dealer there was, if it could be sold or even if it couldn’t he would sell it. Dumpster diving was his daily adventure for years, if you haven’t been tossed in or if he didn’t leave you in a dumpster you haven’t lived. His Yard sales were epic.

He took weekend trips to the swap meets being the seller and buyer for years. He was definitely a collector, he collected anything from pad locks, rolling pins, antique hand beaters, the list goes on. His house looked like an antique shop. The man even had a home grocery store.

He loved cats, dogs and birds. His recent pet is Sofie, his 1-year-old pound puppy. She lay with him every day. He would bring his kids home pet squirrels, raccoons, rabbits, goats, pigs…then started bringing his grandkids home Guinea pigs and rabbits from auctions. It was safe to say he loved all animals like his father.

Larry was a perfectionist; everything had a place. If he mowed his lawn, you would be lucky if he even let you walk on it after. The grandchildren knew they couldn’t ride their bikes in the lawn if grandpa just mowed.

Larry was the ultimate jokester, wasn’t much that came out of his mouth that wouldn’t make you laugh. Put it this way if you left his house and your face wasn’t hurting from laughing, he must not have liked you! He loved to tease and prank, sometimes a little too much, but it always made for a good laugh.

Larry loved spending time with his wife, kids and grandkids going camping, taking road trips, four wheeling, hiking, or just sitting on the porch shooting the breeze. The man loved to talk!! In his last hours he was sure to tell everyone that he loved them. He was a hard man, but those that really knew him know he loved hard!

Some of Larry’s favorite quotes/sayings:

“See you around like a donut in a square box”

“Get Er Done”

“Whoa whoa whoa whoa”

“Every little thing, is gonna be alright”

“Fall behind…ketchup”

“Love ya”

Thank you to those who loved him and made it a point to be a part of his life, it meant a lot to him. The man the myth the legend “got er done” one last time, he sang until the end, smiled, used humor and assured us daily that he was ok! “Happy trails to you until we meet again.”

Please feel free to share stories of Larry!

In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to Sherri Lathrop, 5290 E. Starhaven Ln, Tucson, AZ 85739

Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.