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1938
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2008
Larry Chamness Obituary
Larry believed in his country and served in the Army National Guard receiving an honorable discharge on November 20, 1960. Larry attended the University of Washington, Seattle, and earned his degree in Economics from Central Washington University, Ellensburg.
Larry is survived by his wife, Darla Pulley-Rydman (Gilbert, AZ); his children, Bret Chamness (Belmont, CA); Bram Chamness (Chandler, AZ); Cole Chamness (Sacramento, CA). Larry opened his heart to Sarah Rydman-Williams (Queen Creek, AZ); Andrew Rydman (Chandler, AZ) and Olya Dudinskaya (San Francisco, CA). Larry\'s Grandchildren brightened his life and brought him joy each time he was with them; Caden Williams, Madison Chamness, Cela and Stella Chamness and Hannah, Gabriel, and Ava Rydman. Larry is also survived by his Brother, Dana Chamness (Sacramento, CA).
Larry and Darla co-founded Chamness Relocation Services in 1988 which has become one of the most successful destination consulting companies in the United States.
After 21 years together, they married in a joyous ceremony in Springfield, Missouri on May 31, 2003. Larry was a devoted husband and even in his final hours wanted to make sure Darla was comfortable and taken care of.
Larry was many things to many people in many places and had a wide circle of life-long friends. This was because Larry was kind, funny, loving and generous. He had a way of making everyone he met feel special. He was engaging in his interactions with others and took a sincere interest in them. This, combined with a wild sense of humor made "Mr.C." unforgettable. Larry will be missed and forever remembered.
Memorial contributions can be made to The American Diabetes Association in the name of Larry Chamness.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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