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David Loar Obituary
PEORIA - David Randolph Loar, or "Randy" as he was called by family and friends, of Sonoma, Calif., formerly of Peoria, passed away at his home on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2010, surrounded by his wife and children, after a courageous battle against cancer.
Randy was born in 1940 in Peoria, Ill., to Nelson and Alwillah Loar.
Randy graduated from the University of Illinois in 1963 with a bachelor's degree in accounting and was a member of Phi Delta Theta. He later graduated from the Stanford University SEP Program.
After serving as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy, he obtained his CPA while working at Price Waterhouse. Later he was appointed CFO/vice president for the Energy Company of Natomas Corporation, often traveling to Indonesia and Europe. He also served as CFO for Koch Systems in San Francisco, and later as CFO at Don Thompson Associates.
He was a longtime resident of Mill Valley, Calif.
Randy married his true love, Barbara, in 1965. He was her consummate "Gentle Giant" and a loving and supportive father.
Randy's interests included his family, golf, music, history and politics. He and Barbara traveled extensively throughout the U.S. and around the world. He was devoted to his wife and family, and as an individual was intelligent, giving, and an incredibly loving man with a strong sense of integrity. With his robust sense of humor, Randy brought joy to all who knew him.
Randy is survived by his wife, Barbara; sons, Jeff and Todd; daughter-in-law, Carolyn; two grandchildren, Nikolai and Jenya Loar; sister, Valerie Keife; three brothers, Ned, Jerry and Roger, as well as many nieces and nephews. A private Celebration of Life will be held.
Charitable donations may be made to Hospice by the Bay, 190 W. Napa St., Sonoma, CA 95476.
Duggan's Mission Chapel of Sonoma, Calif., is in charge of arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Jeanine Wise
October 29, 2010
We miss Randy tremendously. The void in our life created by his passing will never be filled, how could it be there will only be one fabulous Randy. We were all so blessed to have known him and been given the opportunity to laugh with him. He will never be forgotten and always loved. And that is our greatest blessing to have known this wonderful man. Fondly and in much love, the Don Wise Family, Jeanine, Joseph, Colleen
October 15, 2010
Barbara calls Randy her "gentle giant"
which is exactly how I will always remember him. As our "best of all possible neighbors" in Mill Valley, Randy was there for our boys, my Kevin, and Todd and Jeff. What wonderful times these years were. There was just a lot of love and caring pouring from next door, always a helping hand. We will never forget.
Barbara Mirsky
Vivien Twyford
October 11, 2010
I will miss my verbal jousts with Randy on politics, encomics and life in general. I will remember his gentleness and good humour. My love and sympathy to Barbara, Todd, Jeff, Nikolai and Jenya in their time of grief.
Sharon Cawley
October 9, 2010
Thank you for your generosity, your sense of humor, and your abiding love for your family. You were the one behind the scenes, never wanting the spot light, always willing to appreciate and support. A life lived in all its colors.
Christie Loar Wertz
October 8, 2010
I have so many fond memories of my Uncle Randy from as long as I can remember. His wit, warm laughter, and interest and curiosity in intellectual matters made for lively times. You are greatly missed, Randy. You have been deeply loved and appreciated.
Michael E Cromar
October 7, 2010
Randy hired me and I worked with him for 8 years at Natomas Company in San Francisco. He was truly a wonderful man. His intellect, character, sense of responsibility and integrity were without equal and an example to all. I have always had a deep sense of love and affection for him. My best to you Barbara and your family.
Michael E Cromar, Gold River, CA.
Todd Loar
October 7, 2010
Dad,
I love you always, will miss you dearly, and think of you often. Thank you for everything you have given to us. I will forever strive to be the person, father, and husband that you were.
John Brown
October 7, 2010
To the Loar family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you in the death of Randy. I have so many happy memories from Mt. Hawley and Peoria High School. The Loars were such a beautiful family. God be with you in your time of grieving.
October 6, 2010
Barbara,
We are thinking of you and your family. Our sympathy to you and Todd and Jeff. We have fond memories of Randy and you and the boys.
Dede and Dick Marsh
October 6, 2010
My thoughts are with each of you. I have fond memories of Randy from when I was little. I feel honored to have had the opportunity to know him. My sympathy to you all,
Jen Marsh Russell
Donna Cook
October 6, 2010
Barbara, thinking of you and your family. Hugs to Todd and Jeff. Love, Donna
Jack & Nancy Myatt
October 4, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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