ITHACA , New York State, U.S.A.
Living a full life with great enthusiasm for 59 years, Larry Metzger passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on September 4, 2008. His spirit of adventure joined with his wife Sarah’s when they first met in Leysin, Switzerland 36 years ago. After returning to the States, they were married at Taughannock Falls on May 17, 1975.
Larry was well known in the late 60’s and early 70’s as the Head Cook at Club Vagabond until May 1974. There are many stories that grew out of the Vag kitchen under his hands. He was completely dedicated to his family including his wife Sarah and 2 sons as well as to Ithaca College since joining the College as a research assistant in 1975.