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1935
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2011
Larry Barger Obituary
February 13, 1935 - October 15, 2011
SALEM- Early Saturday morning, the best dad, grandpa, and friend went home to our loving Lord to join his long awaiting wife Margie Ann.
Leaving devoted daughters Deb McDonnell (John) and Melissa Barger McGhehey (Jeff), his "too much loved" granddaughters Cody Beckley, Jessica Pygott, and Megan McGhehey. His mother Mildred, father Ralph, and daughter Laurie preceded him in death.
Born in Eugene, graduated from Junction City High School in 1953, Larry was active in sports and high school rodeo. He was employed as a bread man, sold real estate, and taught his daughters the ways of the world.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, quarter horses and rodeo - all of these he can now do again.
His family extends a heartfelt thank you to Willamette Valley Hospice. At his request there will not be a memorial service - he would appreciate any donations be made to directly to Willamette Valley Hospice or Oregon Fish and Wildlife.
Larry asks that each of you to "hug your family tighter and to think about just how important your children are to you".
Arrangements entrusted to Keizer Funeral Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Barger
Bryan Benson
October 9, 2022
Hey Larry,
I know that you are with your lovely wife Margie and one of my very favorite Humans Melissa now I just wanted to say thank you for always treating me like part of the family all those years through grade school to High school graduation and beyond, Missy was my best friend and you always made me feel welcome please give missy a HUGE AND LONG Hug for me and Laurie and Margie too !! Oh how I miss them both, my hearts hurts so much that all of you are gone, but I take great comfort in knowing that you are all together and I know that someday I will get to see you all yet again...
All my Love and Gratitude
Bryan
Deb McDonnell
October 18, 2020
I miss you Daddy... Thank you for the dream visits.
You have everyone but me now in your arms..
Send the girlies to the gates Popi, i'll have your hat in hand
Jeff McGjeheu
October 12, 2019
Miss you so much dad you where the best father a son could ask for sure miss our fishing trip love you dad
Melissa Barger-McGhehey
October 28, 2011
You were my hero, my cowboy, my everything. You taught me how to have fun, how to love the ones we love and how to a good parent. I love you more then any words will every be able to express. I miss you daddy, kiss mom & La for me. You will always be with me.
Chris Williams
October 24, 2011
May the God of all comfort grant your family peace at this time ( 1Cor. 1:3,4)
October 22, 2011
Deb, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was so much a part of your life. If you ever need to just talk, please call me. That's what friends are for. I love you. Deb{McBee]Phillips 503-507-9725
D Evans
October 20, 2011
May the love and support of family and friends comfort you at this difficult time. (2 Cor 1:3,4)
John Mohon
October 18, 2011
Uncle Larry, I'm so glad we got to visit again after more than 35 years. I really enjoyed your spirit and heart. We'll miss you...
deb mcdonnell
October 18, 2011
I miss you dad...I love you and I love the way you loved us..we will be strong .. enough, on angels wings..until we meet again papi xoxox
Lynette Peak-Gillespie
October 18, 2011
Thanks to Larry and Margie I have great memories of my teenaged years. They blessed me with a friendship that will last forever... You will never be forgotten and always loved. May you hold each other close together in heaven. Much Love, Lynette
LaRoux Regalado
October 18, 2011
So very sad that my children and I didn't have the chance to know you Uncle Larry
Tyler McGhehey
October 18, 2011
You will truely be missed Grandpa Larry. Grandma and you will now have an eternity of happiness together. Love Tyler
Jeff McGhehey
October 18, 2011
Larry was the only true dad i had in my life for the last 20 years, he opened my eyes to a few things in life and im going to miss the best fishin' buddy i ever had. love you larry
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