Lawrence “Larry” E. McGown, 78, of Daughterty Township, passed away at home on January 5th, 2026, at his home. He was born in Beaver Falls on July 26th, 1947, the son of the late Duane and Eileen (McClure) McGown. She is survived by his loving wife, Linda Davis McGown, her children: Vona Lynn (Bruce Rupert) McGown, Sean Eric McGown, and step-children, Lesley Davis and Aaron (Kelsey) Davis, his sisters, Laraine McGown and Sharon (McGown) Henry, his grandchildren, Cameron Todd, Alexis Todd, Henry Davis and Dawson Davis and lastly, one great-grandchild, Marella Todd; as well as his niece, Lindsey (Henry) Sise, his nephews, Eric Henry and Ryan O’Shea, his great-niece, Emilyn Sise and his great-nephew, Zander Sise.

Lawrence’s life was defined by service, humor, and deep-rooted traditions. He worked for NOVA Chemicals for many years and honorably served in the United States Navy and was a Vietnam veteran, a chapter of his life he held with great pride. He was of strong Scotch Irish heritage and was known for his appreciation of a good Scotch whiskey and the stories that often came with it. He enjoyed golfing, and all things related to the Civil War. He had a great sense of humor with a gift for making people laugh and keeping the spirit light. He was deeply involved with the ARC of Beaver County for several years and was a member of both the Beaver Falls Owls and the Baden American Legion where camaraderie and service to his fellow veterans were important to him.

Lawrence was very proud of his Irish heritage and because of this, his family will be holding an Irish wake in his honor, on Monday, January 12th, from 2-6 P.M. at the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc., 1612 3rd Avenue, New Brighton, who was in charge of his arrangements, and where an additional viewing will be held on Tuesday, January 13th, from 10 A.M. until the time of service for the celebration of his life at 11 A.M., and a luncheon will follow at the Daughtery Township Fire Hall, 4198 Marion Hill Road, New Brighton. A private burial with honors for Lawrence will be held at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville, on Wednesday, January 14th.

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