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Larry GRATHWOHL Obituary
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Larry David, loving father of Denise, Lindsay and Lisa, grandfather of Lance, Michael and Brendan. He is survived by his mother, Mary Rickard and siblings, Lee (Bonnie), Mary Jo (Rick), Joey (Peg), Teresa (Ed), Sean (Trudy) and nieces, nephews, cousins and best friend, Sandi. Larry served his country with valor and distinction. He risked his life to defend his nation, first in Viet Nam as a member of the 101st Airborne Division where he was awarded the Bronze Star, and later with the FBI to combat terrorism in the form of the Weather Underground. Larry then authored "Bringing Down America", a book that recounted the story of how he battled radical terror. Larry, a resident of Pierce Township, passed away July 18, 2013 at the age of 65. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 24 from 9 AM until the time of funeral service at 11 AM at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, 177 W. Main St., Amelia. Interment with military honors at Mt. Moriah Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Larry's honor to the Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org) to support veterans and their families. www.ecnurre.com
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Sponsored by Joseph M. Horne, USN.
Peter Gregory
June 9, 2018
I did not know about Larry until recently. I salute his patriotism and thank him for what he did for our great country.
mark
August 21, 2014
Miss you larry,a true hero.
Len Hanley
June 20, 2014
I never knew him personally,but I salute him as a patriotic American hero. I bought his book and many Wounded Warrior items in his honor. Rest assured sir,we will not stop what you started until justice is done. Thank you for your service.
Larry with youngest daughter Lindsay in Fort Knox, KY
Lindsay Grathwohl
March 31, 2014
Larry & wife Sandi, & youngest daughter Lindsay
Lindsay Grathwohl
March 31, 2014
Larry & youngest daughter Lindsay Christmas 2012
Lindsay Grathwohl
March 31, 2014
Larry & his grandson Brendan
Lindsay Grathwohl
March 31, 2014
Denise Grathwohl
December 5, 2013
Dad, My heart is broken. I cry rivers. The universe has lost a true Patriot. I have lost my HERO.... If I can only be one tenth the person you are, maybe I too could change the world. Love, Denise
Fred Wright
September 26, 2013
Thanks Joe
September 26, 2013
Thank you Joseph M. Horne
chip seiple
September 25, 2013
I only knew Larry by reputation, reading about him during Obama's first campaign. I'm also a Vietnam Vet at Cam Rahn Bay in 1971-'72.
A great man and American Patriot. May he rest in Peace.
My condolence
Larry Grathwohl / FBI Photo
Lindsay Grathwohl
August 30, 2013
San Francisco, CA Press Conference (Larry, Lindsay & Brian)
August 30, 2013
Lindsay Grathwohl
August 6, 2013
Dad,
You were supposed to be here in California this wee....we were so looking forward to seeing you. I am still in shock....i cannot believe you are truly gone. I keep waiting for you to call, so we can talk for hours like we always did. A piece of me died with you last month. I love you so much, and think about you everyday. You were my father, friens & hero. I promise to do whatever I need to do to help keep your work moving forward. Love your youngest daughter.... ~Bump~
Stephen Hunter
July 25, 2013
It was a pleasure meeting Larry and hearing his story. He witnessed Bill Ayers firsthand and documented his experience with the Weather Underground so the rest of us would know the truth and be able to fight against their influence. Thank you Larry for your contribution, I hope we can persevere.
A Peters
July 25, 2013
sorry to hear about this great American and true patriot passing away. larry you will be missed but we will keep fighting for all you stood up for! God bless!
Debbie Gunnoe
July 25, 2013
I had the honor of meeting Larry very recently. He was a true patriot and oath keeper. As a fellow veteran, I greatly appreciate his sacrifices. My sympathies to his family.
Keeping Your Family In Prayer
Priscilla Taylor
July 24, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Praying Gods peace for your household.
Thomas Miller
July 24, 2013
I know a little about this man, I can only regret not knowing him in person. One of strong character and well principaled. Bless your memorey!
Steve White
July 24, 2013
Larry, I admire and miss you! You were a patriot and a believer, a husband,dad, father, writer, and friend. You were a true gentleman. I will carry your memory and example with me always.
Melissa Cave
July 24, 2013
You were a great boss and will be missed greatly ??
Northern Kentucky Tea Party table Cincinnati 2012
Mark Hunter
July 24, 2013
Larry's body guard, Larry was Fearless!
Mark Hunter
July 24, 2013
Reaching for Truth!
Mark Hunter
July 24, 2013
Larry was not about Larry
Mark Hunter
July 24, 2013
I knew I was with a True American Hero
Mark Hunter
July 24, 2013
Profile of an American Hero 2012
Mark Hunter
July 24, 2013
Re-released Book .. A must read!
Mark Hunter
July 24, 2013
Duke Energy Center 2012
Mark Hunter
July 24, 2013
Larry, you were on my mind the past couple days and I was planning on calling you so we could get together like we discussed. I am so privileged to have met you and call you my friend. I called you an American Hero and you still are. No worries, we will pick up the torch my friend. You will not be forgotten. You love God, Jesus was and is your friend. You are in a much better place. New Life will come from your passing. Our Nation is worth fighting for and that you did my friend; you have proven that. You were not a talker... you were a doer!
God Bless you Larry you are Loved and will be missed!
Your friend,
Mark
The Northern Kentucky Tea Party
Fred Wright
July 22, 2013
Larry worked for UPS on 3rd Street back in the 60's as did I, we met an talked in Ft. Myers where he was at a book signing during his break I went outside an talked with him he signed my book a true American. rest in Peace my brother.
July 22, 2013
My sympathies to the Grathwohl family. Although I did not know Mr. Grathwohl or the family, I would like to express my gratitude for giving me the freedom to live in the wonderful United States! You are OUR HERO!!!
July 22, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Screaming Eagle Forever
Bruce York
July 22, 2013
Screaming Eagles 101st Air Borne has lost a member Your a Hero here and will be there your cousin from the Big Red ONE Bruce Whoorah!
young
July 22, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Jim Pera
July 22, 2013
I met Larry four years ago when we participated in a presentation at the National Press Club together in Washington, D.C.
His knowledge of the Weather Underground, gained by his courageous infiltration of that terrorist organization for the FBI, and my experience as a cop who was on the scene of one of the many bombings that they perpetrated gave us a common cause to identify with.
We became good friends and it has been my privilege over the past four years to participate with him in getting the word out about the threats facing this country today.
He was a true American patriot and I'm very saddened that he has passed.
RIP, Larry. You did your duty courageously and tirelessly both in and out of uniform and will be missed.
My condolences to the Grathwohl family and to all of his other friends. May God give you strength in this time of sadness.
Mike Mullarkey
July 22, 2013
Larry and I have been friends since we met in the sixth grade. We grew up in the same neighborhood and stayed in touch through the years. He was a man of pronciple and conviction. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Pamela Dahl
July 21, 2013
I had the great honor of meeting Larry this past April when he was a guest speaker for our TCTPF Meeting here in Summerfield, FLA. I had an opportunity to talk with him about what great service he provided to his country both in the military and with the FBI. Rest in peace Larry and THANK YOU for working to bring our country back. My deepest sympathies to the members of the Grathwohl Family.
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