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THE STEVEDORE
The Stevedore is a gripping, no-holds-barred account of the life and legacy of Larry Joseph Felando, a man whose entire existence was intertwined with the sea, the docks, and the world of longshoremen. From his early years growing up in a family of fishermen to becoming a respected figure on the waterfront, Larry’s journey is one of resilience, hardship, and unwavering determination. Set against the backdrop of the Port of Los Angeles, The Stevedore explores the realities of the men who made their living working the docks, navigating unpredictable waters, and facing dangers both at sea and on land. Larry’s life was marked by high-risk decisions, encounters with powerful figures, and the constant struggle to survive in an industry that demanded everything from its workers. Through every hardship, he remained true to his values—loyalty, integrity, and the bonds of brotherhood that tied dockworkers together like family. The book delves into the thrilling, often dangerous world of fishing expeditions in Baja California, dealing with the high-stakes challenges of the tuna industry, and the intense labor that shaped Larry’s career.
Quick Review About Mosquitoes of Savannah, Georgia
Larry’s stories always seemed to bring some levity, even in the darkest times. On that call, he shared a memory from the 1960s, when he worked as a merchant marine out of Savannah, Georgia. Back then, Larry would drive over 3,000 miles from Long Beach, California, to Savannah to take six-month contracts as a cargo ship captain. He had all the credentials—engineer, navigator, you name it. The work went so well that Larry bought a plot of land and built a beautiful home on 70 acres, complete with tobacco fields. But then came the mosquitoes.
Larry, a California native, wasn’t prepared for the relentless swarm. “We don’t have mosquitoes in California,” he said, “and these things bit me up every damn day.” Finally, Larry had enough. One day, he turned to his girlfriend and said, “You can have the house and all the acres of tobacco.” And just like that, Larry returned to California, never to set foot in Georgia again. As I think about that call and the days that followed, I can’t help but marvel at Larry’s resilience and humor, even in the face of death.
Quick Review About Mosquitoes of Savannah, Georgia
Larry’s stories always seemed to bring some levity, even in the darkest times. On that call, he shared a memory from the 1960s, when he worked as a merchant marine out of Savannah, Georgia. Back then, Larry would drive over 3,000 miles from Long Beach, California, to Savannah to take six-month contracts as a cargo ship captain. He had all the credentials—engineer, navigator, you name it. The work went so well that Larry bought a plot of land and built a beautiful home on 70 acres, complete with tobacco fields. But then came the mosquitoes.
Larry, a California native, wasn’t prepared for the relentless swarm. “We don’t have mosquitoes in California,” he said, “and these things bit me up every damn day.” Finally, Larry had enough. One day, he turned to his girlfriend and said, “You can have the house and all the acres of tobacco.” And just like that, Larry returned to California, never to set foot in Georgia again. As I think about that call and the days that followed, I can’t help but marvel at Larry’s resilience and humor, even in the face of death.
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Did you know about Two Sides Larry?
Larry was a man of contrasts. On one hand, there was the godly Larry, the sweet side of him. He’d light candles at church when my wife was sick with COVID or after my dad passed away. He had a tenderness that showed in small, meaningful gestures. But then there was the dark Larry. His anger ran deep, and when it surfaced, it was like a storm. I’ll never forget the day he blew up at me at the terminal. I was in a rush to get to the track, and Larry wanted to talk. When I brushed him off, he went crazy—wild hand gestures, yelling, the whole nine yards. It hurt. We didn’t speak for four days, but then he apologized, and we moved on. That was Larry—intense but ultimately loyal. Larry’s anger wasn’t just directed at friends. If you crossed him or his loved ones, you’d see a side of him that was downright scary. One of his ex-wives once came to him with a horrifying story: she was being abused. Larry didn’t just sit back and let it happen. He went full psycho. His ex-wife even helped him plan. She tracked the guy’s
schedule, watching him for a few days. When the time was right, she threw battery acid in his face. Larry wasn’t one to back down when someone hurt “his ladies.” God only knows what happened to that man’s face, but Larry’s response was as ruthless as it gets.
Did you know about Two Sides Larry?
