Larry Deniston grew up in Pasadena, CA, and worked for Pacific Gas & Electric in Walnut Creek, CA before retiring to Hawaii with his wife Betsy. Betsy, originally from Hawaii, was eager to return “home.” They have two grown sons Chad and Ben and daughter-in-law Alyssa.
Larry’s love of reading began in sixth grade with “The Good Earth.” Though initially overwhelmed by his first library visit and the number of books housed there, he now enjoys reading, kupuna softball, swimming, and home projects.
After attending a F.O.L.K. book sale earlier this year, Larry joined F.O.L.K. and became a volunteer, where he accepts book donations and sorts donated books on a weekly basis. He also does the heavy lifting of book crates associated with book sale set-up, tear-down and put-away.
In November 2025, he became the F.O.L.K. Volunteer Director and is part of the Board of Directors. He will be focused on supporting existing volunteers and recruiting new
ones.
Larry appreciates the dedication and teamwork of the F.O.L.K. organization and the board members.
We feel fortunate that Larry has joined our efforts to support the libraries in our community.
