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Larry Keafer Obituary
OMAHA, Ark. - A Celebration of Life service will be held for Larry Gene Keafer 68, of Omaha, Ark., from 12 - 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008, at the Illinois Baptist State Association, Springfield. Burial will be at a later date in the Rochester Cemetery, Rochester.
Mr. Keafer passed away Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at Skaggs Community Health Center in Branson, Mo. Cremation was under the direction of Snapp-Bearden Funeral Home in Branson, Mo.
Larry was born Sept. 24, 1940, in Danville, to Arthur and Eugenia (Miller) Keafer. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1958. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves. Larry married Toni Ford on Jan. 6, 1962, in Springfield.
Larry worked for the state of Illinois as a project manager of construction projects. He was a member of New Hope Baptist Church in Omaha, Ark., the National Rife Association, Ducks Unlimited, and a life member of the North American Hunting Club. He and Toni moved to Omaha, Ark., from Chatham.
He is survived by his wife, Toni of Omaha, Ark.; two sons, Chris (wife, Joyce) Keafer of Midlothian, Texas, and Chad (wife, Pam) Keafer of Omaha, Ark.; two brothers, Eugene Peck of Oakland, Calif., and Mike (wife Diana) Keafer of Rochester; a sister, Joan Jett of Tucson, Ariz.; three grandchildren; and a great-grandson.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society for Lung Cancer, Heartland Division; 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64105.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Keafer
Richard Spiker
January 15, 2009
Sorry to hear about Larry he is nicest person that know I am sending my best,love to family,friends,and love ones.Richard Spiker
ED CULLY
December 20, 2008
TONI, SO SORRY TO ABOUT LARRY. I HAVE MANY FOND MEMORIES OF LARRY AND HIS 1950 MERCURY WHICH I THOUGHT WAS THE KOOLIST CAR ON THE PLANET. ALSO OF YOU AND LARRY AND YOUR MOM, ETC ON SHERIDAN. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. ED CULLY
Richard(Rusty) Evans
December 19, 2008
Toni & Mike, my deepest thought go out to you at this sad time. Mike, we will always have fond memories of our days in Laketown and trying to be just like Larry.
Mark Keith
December 19, 2008
Mike, my deepest sympathy to you buddy.
Mike Keafer
December 19, 2008
My brother Larry was the best friend a person could ever have.
I miss him deeply as I know many people will.
He was the man as they say. He always looked out for me and supported my hobbies and my choices in general. He was what all big brothers should strive to be
We spent many days hanging out, drag racing, and in general living life the way it should be.
I will feel a huge void for the rest of my life.
Ed and Marianna Munyer
December 17, 2008
We were saddened to hear about your loss. We both enjoyed working with Larry on numerous CDB Museum and IHPA building projects. His dependability, professionalism, and friendliness were greatly appreciated as were the times we ran into him after our respective retirements.
rita crim
December 17, 2008
Toni,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Best of everything to you.
Rita Crim (formerly from IEMA)
Sam Foster
December 16, 2008
Chad - I'm sorry to hear about your dad. Please accept my sympathy.
Jeff Holladay
December 16, 2008
Mrs. Keafer, Chad, Pam & girls, Chris & Joyce ...
my condolences at the loss of Mr.Keafer....
he was always friendly,very knowledgable,crafty guy..
I hope all the Keafers are doing well...
Chad, remember this, late one night at your parents house
"Chad, ya wanna keep it Down !
David & Deanna Smith Anderson
December 16, 2008
We think we knew Larry, Jerry & Joan when they lived in Virginia IL many years ago. They lived in the large brick home at the corner of Beardstown & Division Streets. We extend our sympathy to you at this time and pray that precious memories will be a comfort to all of you. Sincerely -
Blill Whitlock
December 16, 2008
Toni & Mike im sorry to read this we [Larry &I had some good times back in the 50s ]. u can contact me by my e-mail or 217-415-6717
LOVE U ALL Bill.
Carole Tannehill
December 16, 2008
Toni, was sorry to read about your loss. I didn't realize you had moved from Chatham. We are in Arizona for the winter. Your and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
December 16, 2008
Rest in peace Marine. Semper Fi.
Lisa Sandidge
December 16, 2008
Mike and Diana, I'm so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathies.
Sandy & Mike Barnard
December 16, 2008
We pray that the family will continue to feel God's presence as you prepare for the celebration of Larry's life on Saturday.
Barb Holt
December 16, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember happy times!
Willie & Linda Gonterman
December 16, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Bud Roberts
December 16, 2008
Toni, so sorry to hear about Larry. The Southlawn heard is starting to thin out. Larry was a great guy and I know he'll be missed.
Becky Cochran
December 16, 2008
Toni, I thought I had read where Larry had passed away and I wasn't sure it was your husband at the time. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I hope you can find peace in your grief. My sympathies to all your family.
Becky McClure Cochran
Dubai, UAE
Kathy Reynolds
December 16, 2008
Toni, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. See you Saturday.
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