BORN
1950
DIED
2023
Larry Graf Obituary
Larry L. Graf
BISMARCK - Larry L. Graf of Bismarck, passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2023, due to natural causes.
Larry was born to Adolph and Margaret (Graf) on August 7, 1950. In the early years, you could see Larry working in the family owned store called, "The Farm City Store". Larry was a lifelong learner, after graduating from Bismarck High School, Larry received an Associate, Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Business Administration and Statistics. Larry worked in several places before opening his own Research and Statistical Company in 2015. Larry retired at the end of 2021. He was a 45 year member of the Bismarck Mandan Tennis Assoc. along with being an avid tennis player, he was also an awesome pitcher for softball.
Grateful for having shared Larry's life are his many friends and his cousins.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 6th from 2 to 4 pm, at Capital Racket and Fitness Center. In lieu of flowers, monetary gifts will be donated to local organizations in Larry's name.
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Don and Jodi Biegler
February 6, 2024
So Sorry for your loss, Our thoughts and Prayers to you and your Family
Brian Bartz
May 6, 2023
I met Larry when doing the UND MBA program through ITV. He was a teammate on many projects and was always great. When I saw him around Bismarck it seemed he always had time for a chat, or if not, at least some acknowledgement. I remember him when I am driving through the CHI St. Alexius parking lots as I recall he was involved in their planning. I have grown to understand the changes which were made many years ago. Rest in peace, my friend.
Bill Dodd
May 5, 2023
I first met Larry around 1985 when I joined the Bismarck-Mandan Tennis Association's summer leagues and we remained good friends for more than 35 years. When I retired, Larry invited me into his doubles group and we played tennis every Thursday, and sometimes on Fridays, for more than three years. We always had a great time and called him "Lucky Larry." I was waiting for him on the courts when I heard about his death. I will miss Larry as will many others.
Mike Mabin
May 2, 2023
The world needs more people like Larry. Having worked with him in a variety of capacities over 20+ years, he always exhibited a positive attitude, professional performance and goodness. RIP my friend.
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Karleen (Stegmiller) Flakus
May 1, 2023
I was sad to hear of Larry's passing. I worked with him at the Health Department. There was never a dull day. I have lots of good memories.
Lynette Pitzer
April 30, 2023
One of the best co-workers I ever worked with at Health Department. Every day was a fun day.
Mary Jo Savageau
April 29, 2023
Saddened to hear of Larry's passing. What a great, fun guy on the tennis court! Always had a smile and light-hearted sense of humor. Condolences to his family and close friends.
Monte Butler
April 29, 2023
One of my favorite memories with Larry was when we teamed up for the Prarie Rose State Games in Minot. I don't remember the year, but it was a looong time ago. Since we hadn't played much doubles together before this, we played one practice match in Bismarck to get ready. The practice match was against Greg Welch and Bill Dodd, 2 of the best tennis players in town back then (and still). Of course they killed us, they were so good. Turns out our first match in Minot was against Greg and Bill. Larry had a forehand to be feared back then and also a killer serve. And he played a great match. I remember I had an easy overhead smash on match point, and I shanked it so bad that the ball hit the back fence in the air! But we still managed to win the match. That was the toughest match, and we went on to win the gold medal. It was all Larry that day, that's the truth. He was a great tennis player.
James P Bittner
April 29, 2023
I first met Larry at our small tournament in Beulah. He placed second in B singles and doubles. From then on I got to see his love for Tennis. He played every Bismarck tourney he could and traveled with his closest friends to tennis destinations. (US open and Winledon included if I remember correctly) He was always a great competitor and sportsman, but mostly he loved to joke and have fun while playing. All of his Bismarck tennis family will miss him. My sincerest condolences Jim
Donna Swenson
April 28, 2023
Such a nice person. Talked to him a few months ago about our upcoming 55th reunion. He was looking forward to attending it. Visited a bit and that´s when I heard about his love for tennis. Rest in Peace Larry
Dan L Barbie
April 28, 2023
Larry and I were roommates for two years at NDSU.
We were friends that lost contact in later years.
He'll be missed.
Linda K. Masseth
April 28, 2023
As a classmate of Larry's - he was a nice person, always friendly- Regards and condolences to his friends and family members.
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