Larry Bowie Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 2 to Jan. 3, 2013.

Bowie, Larry Beloved Father & Grandfather MN Viking & Restaurant Owner Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on 12/31/12. Preceded in death by infant son & sister Judy. Survived by children Sarah Clarin (Wade), Philip (Carolyn) and Reid (Amanda) and their mother Karen; companion Kim Stanley; grandchildren Ross (Ashley), Alise, Teddy, Julia, Anna, Olivia & Lilly; brother Tony and sisters Dorothy & Margaret. Memorial Service Saturday (1/5) at 2:00 PM at SANDBERG FUNERAL HOME, 2593 E. 7th Avenue, North St. Paul with visitation one hour before the service. If so desired, memorials preferred in lieu of flowers. Sandberg Family FH 651-777-2600 www.sandbergfuneralhome.com

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September 13, 2013

Very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. The news didn't get back to Ohio for some reason. He would always look me up when he was in the area and go for beer.I was quite stunned when I heard.
Bill Damicone

September 10, 2013

Treasure Short Anderson

Dear Bowie Family: So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. We were classmates at Ravenna High, Class of '58. We only learned of this loss Sept. 2013. Prayers are with you.

March 3, 2013

Brad Dickerson

3 Feb.2013 Just learned of Larry's passing-He lived with my family in late fifties and early sixties while I was in HS and he was on summer vacation from Purdue. He was like a big brother to me-the fact that he is no longer alive hurts!

January 24, 2013

Paul & Cindy Vadnais

We were just informed about Larry's passing. We are very sorry. May you hold tight the memories and laugh a lot!

January 20, 2013

Rip Hawkins

Sorry to hear about the lost of a friend and teammate. My heart felt feelings go to the family. He was a good one will be missed.

January 14, 2013

Chris Johnson

over the last 8 years delivering booze to Jethros off and on I have become friends with Larry. Today i learned of his passing and it took my breath away. He was always very kind to me and i to him. It was a business relationship that went a step and a half furher. We were friends. I'll miss you friend.
Chris

January 6, 2013

I am so sorry to hear this news and truely my condoleces to the Family and friends of this Wonderful Man. We met back in the early 80's at Jethro's which Larry and Karen were the best Hosts. And then on to the Kickoff where we celebrated many weekends with laughter and the "Big Guy" that will always rest with many. We meet many great people in our lives but Larry will always be one of the Greatest Friends to greet and laugh and always share his warmth. RIP Larry, you will always be an inspiration to many.

January 5, 2013

Jessica Arreola

R.I.P. Larry Bowie! You will be greatly missed!

January 5, 2013

Jennifer Renwick

Larry was such a kind man! You would think he would be intimidating with his huge polar bear hands, the way they gripped his endless cigars.. He was a lot of fun and was so caring. I can still hear his low rough voice as he laughed. My deepest sympathy to the Bowie family. He will be missed!!

January 5, 2013

We lost a bright light in our family and he will be truly missed by us. Our love and prayers go out to the immediate family with the wish for them of peace and fond memories. Thanks to Kim for loving and caring for him. Also for making Larry so happy and us happy by getting to visit with him and for taking him home for his visits. The West Virginia family was so excited to see him. Love to a loving brother and may heaven be all the good times you could have hoped for! Love, Tony, Marie, Mike & family, & Russ Bowie.

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January 5, 2013

Andy Glavan

Dear Karen and Family,

Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you. Larry did so many nice things for me throughout the many years I've known him and my mom and dad expressed their sympathy as well. He will always be remembered!

The Glavan Family

January 5, 2013

Neil Medved

Bowie family, Larry will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

January 5, 2013

Turk and Jean McKeague

Reid,
Although I did not know your Dad well, I am sure he was a good guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with You and your family and friends at this time. We are happy to have you as a friend of the family. God Bless you all.

January 5, 2013

Rob Zimbrick

Karin and family. Best friend to me and Ted can't begin to list the things we did together from Both bars and the cabin. I will miss him forever. Rob Zimbrick

January 4, 2013

I am sorry I was not able to know my uncle better due to the distance. I know the family has fond memories and are proud of his many accomplishments.
Mike Bowie (Pittsburgh, Pa.)

January 4, 2013

Wendy Herbert DeWell

So very sorry to learn of Larry's passing! I will always remember his smile. I first met Larry when I sang at Jethro's with my brother, Ed. He hooked me up with the Vikings and got me a gig singing the National Anthem at a game. So cool. He was good to me, My dad and My family. I will miss him! Say "hey" to Dad and Ed for me. Enjoy the game on Saturday. Pull some strings to get us a Viking Victory!

January 4, 2013

Lots of memories from Jethro's to The Kickoff to other places---great man---Larry B

January 3, 2013

Chad Quandt

I feel blessed to have watched a Vikings game and had a cold one with such a kind wonderful man, save me seat Larry...see you on the other side! RIP # 61

January 3, 2013

Kelly Gibbons

Dear Karen,

I was just scolded by family, our favorite Christmas was a beautiful Sunday at Jethros' in December of 1994...

Peace be with you!

The Gibbons Clan

January 3, 2013

Kelly Gibbons

Dear Karen & Family,

Fondest memories and gratitude of how well you & Larry treated Andy and our whole family for all those years. Our favorite Christmas was when you gifted us Jethro's that one beautiful Sunday in December of 1990? Our heart felt thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

God is with you!

The Dan & Dee Gibbons Family

January 3, 2013

Dale Vandenberg

Sirry for your lose. He will be missed

January 3, 2013

Larry, You will be missed and had a great life along with the Vikings! Bart

January 3, 2013

Jason and Tami clark

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Rest in peace larry you will be missed

January 2, 2013

Jessica Arreola

Rest In Peace, Larry! My father & Grandparents will keep u company in Heaven! U will be greatly missed!

Ur whole family are in my prayers!

January 2, 2013

Thinking of Kim and the whole Bowie family today. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Larry was one of the sweetest men I've ever known. He was always so kind to me and my son, I am grateful for knowing him. Sending love your way, love Dani Dircks(Gordys bartender)

January 2, 2013

Christine, Jason and Gabriel Wrazen

Phil, Alise and Family
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are keeping you close in our hearts.

January 2, 2013

tracy johnson

R.I.P Larry. You are missed.
Tracy and Julie Johnson

January 2, 2013

Ted Beaulieu

Dear Kim & Bowie Family, we have known Larry for many, many years and he always had a kind word to say or a an adult beverage sent your our way. We are very saddened by the loss of the "gentle giant" as he will be greatly missed. May you cherish the many wonderful memories you have and we pray for your strenght in the difficult days that lye ahead.
Sincerely,
Teddy & Angie

January 2, 2013

Alise Clarin

Love you Grandpa. You will be missed greatly. - Alise

January 2, 2013

Lisa Melena

Rest in peace, Larry. You will be greatly missed by many.

January 2, 2013

Rocky Griser

R.I.P. LARRY BOWIE THE KICKOFF WILL SADLY MISS YOU ..........

January 2, 2013

HE A COOL MAN

January 2, 2013

Jenny Haakinson

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and Kim at this time. Rest in Peace Larry! You have always been good to me and you will be greatly missed.

January 2, 2013

harold petersen

R.I.P LARRY BOWIE!

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