Lawrence Robert Comparin

.Lawrence Robert Comparin was welcomed into heaven, at the age of 56, on Sunday, October 24, 2010, after a long and courageous battle with Leukemia. Larry's greatest joy was his family. Larry’s best friend and greatest supporter, was his wife of 24 years, J’Nell. Larry and J’Nell were blessed with three precious children-Jordan, Jacqueline, and Miles. Larry considered his children his greatest accomplishment and his faith his greatest treasure. Larry has been an active member of Second Baptist Church for the past 26 years. Larry and J'Nell were married at Second Baptist Church, and have continued to raise their children in that church home with the support of cherished friends.

Larry had a passion for running! Larry began running at the age of 11. From that point forward, running was a trait that defined Larry. Larry ran competitively throughout middle school and college, and continued to run up until four days before he was admitted to MD Anderson. Some of Larry’s running successes include completing five New York Marathons, five Houston Marathons, as well as hundreds of races throughout his life. For many years, Larry was a volunteer for the Houston Marathon Elite Runners. Larry loved to coach his children’s sports teams, and encouraged his children to achieve their goals whether on or off the field. Larry was a firm believer that athletics build strength, discipline and character, which are all important tools for life. Larry always encouraged those around him to strive for excellence and to give the glory to God. Larry lived out this example for his children, and others to witness.

Larry was born May 11, 1954, in Ironwood, Michigan. Larry was the son of Audrey Katherine Miles and Kenneth Joseph Comparin. He grew up in Ironwood, Michigan. Larry holds a degree in business from Gogebic College in Michigan and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. After completing his education, Larry moved to Houston where he accepted a position as a Director with the Houston Parks and Recreation Department. Larry was the founder and president of Metropolitan Cleaning Company in Houston, Texas since 1992. Integrity, honesty and Christian ethics were the cornerstones of his business. Larry considered many of his business associates and clients dear friends. These friendships brought him much joy, laughter, and many wonderful memories over the years.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, J'Nell Hargrave Comparin; daughters Jordan Lindsay Comparin, and Jacqueline Lauren Comparin; son Miles Barrett Comparin; brother Patrick Joseph Comparin and wife Lori Comparin; sisters Marguerite Comparin Jarcynska and husband Gerald, and Marie Comparin Maki and husband Thomas; and several nieces and nephews: Megan Jarcynska, Ashley Comparin, Luke Jarcynska, Patrick J. Comparin, Paul Jarcynska, Nicholas Maki, and Ryan Maki. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a custodial savings account established for the Comparin children. Please make checks payable to the Comparin Educational Fund (reference account # 2981569813) in care of JP Morgan Chase Bank, 10243 S. Kempwood Dr., Houston, TX 77043.

We love you Daddy, and will miss you!

”I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous

Judge, will award to me on that day--and not only to me, but also to all who have

longed for his appearing.”

2 Timothy 4:7-8