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Larry Wiese Obituary
Larry Wiese
NEWPORT NEWS, VA - Larry Wiese, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away suddenly on Monday, April 28. He was a native of Springfield and lived in Newport News for 28 years. He was employed at Newport News Shipbuilding as an Engineering Supervisor for 28 years. He graduated from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale with a Bachelors of Science and received a Master's in Engineering Management at George Washington University. He was admired and respected at the Shipyard for his leadership skills, patience, and creativity. He is remembered by all who knew him as a kind-spirited, talented, and thoughtful individual who always put the needs of others before his own. He was an active supporter of the Christopher Newport University and Peninsula Catholic volleyball teams and Boy Scout Troop 242; member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, NNSB golf league, and Tidewater Turners.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Sadie and Gerald Corbin; paternal grandparents, Marguerite and Joseph Arde Wiese; father- and mother-in-law, Merv and Mary Verry; and nephew, Marcus Wiese.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife, Maureen; daughter, Elizabeth; son, Daniel; parents, Merle and Barb (Corbin) Wiese of Springfield; two sisters, Sherri (Martin) Brunner and Leah (Ryan) Pennington; sister-in-law, Jane (John) Hastings; three brothers, Michael (Becky) Wiese, Phillip (Pam) Wiese, Dennis (Miste) Wiese; two brothers-in-law, Tom (Jane) Verry and Ed (Pat) Verry; sixteen nieces and nephews; and countless friends. We are all better people because Larry's light shone on us for an all-too-brief moment in time.
Services were held in Newport News, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Boy Scouts Troop # 242, Peninsula Catholic High School, CNU Volleyball, CNU Men's Soccer, or Food Bank of Virginia.
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April 24, 2019
Doesn't seem like it's been 5 years since Larry left this world. He was such a great husband and Dad and he really loved his family. Thanks to Maureen for being an advocate for the defibulator - who knows how many lives have been saved because of her efforts. The quote of "Living Like Larry" is an inspiration to all of his friends. God Bless Larry - From Terry, Jim, Angela, Chrissy and Kylee.
Dave Townsend
May 20, 2014
Maureen and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I was fortunate to attend high school with Larry. I got to know him well between classes, baseball and socializing. To this day, he is still one of the best people I have ever met and had a great impact on my life. He made anyone lucky enough to know him want to be a better person just by watching how he lived his life and how he treated others. Larry was such a gentle and caring person and I and so many others will miss him very much.
I pray that God will bring you the peace and strength to make it through these difficult times.
Beth & Tom McDougall
May 5, 2014
Barb and Merle,
So very sorry about the loss of your son. Sending prayers for your comfort and peace.
Loren Dodd
May 4, 2014
So sorry to read of your loss. It's so very sad to lose a son.
May 4, 2014
Merle & Barb,
We are so sorry for the loss of your son. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Ralph & Karen Barr
Diane (Hall) Hughes
May 3, 2014
To the Wiese Family, I am very sorry for your loss. I went to Southeast High School and was in Mike's class but remember Larry as such a great guy. May you find comfort in your memories and may God be with you all. Rest in Peace Larry.
George and Jean Hanson
May 3, 2014
Barb, Merle and family, our sympathy in your unexpected loss. Remember fondly the good times you all shared with Larry. Use those when your grief overwhelms you, it does help. The loss of a child is the worst grief one can feel.
Our prayers are with you. George and Jean Hanson
Troy Pickrel
May 3, 2014
So shocked and sorry to hear this, I graduated high school with Larry and worked at the same Shipyard, Larry was a great guy, His family is in my prayers.
Brian & Erin Ward
May 3, 2014
Erin & I are keeping you all in our prayers.
Connie and Larry Shiera (Tidewatr Turners)
May 3, 2014
So very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Yung Stoutamyer
May 3, 2014
So very sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts and prayers arei with the entire family,
Arlene Gottlieb
May 3, 2014
To Maureen, Lizzie, Daniel and the entire Wiese Family,
As we all struggle to make sense of the sudden passing of your beloved husband, father, son and brother, we must remember that God's love and grace will help you through this and your friends will be near to give support. We will continue to keep your entire family in our Thoughts and Prayers during this difficult time. Love, Arlene and Ashleigh
May 2, 2014
To our dearest Uncle, Aunt, and Cousins of the Wiese Family, We are all shocked to hear of Larry's passing. He was like all Wieses... full of love, and caring for others. My thoughts go back to babysitting Larry when so small. We'd try to get he and Mike to go to bed just a couple of minutes before there required bed time and he, even 3 years old, would tell us," no I still have 2 minutes" before his appointed time... and amazingly... he was always right... We loved watching him grow up and become a great daddy to his children. God blessed us with him and all the Wieses... We were blessed to have him, if only a short time... May God send HIS peace to you as you begin to heal.
Know you are in our hearts and prayers here in MO. Let us know if there is anything we can do for any of you. love from your cousins the
Fikes Ed and Donna (Shutt)
May 2, 2014
Maureen
We are so sorry to learn of Larry's passing. There are no words. Our thoughts are with you, Liz and Daniel.
Don, Leslie & Rachel Borwick
Richard (Rick) Wren
May 2, 2014
Maureen,
I am very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful person and a great supervisor. He will be missed by all. He will be always be remembered in my prayers and thoughts.
Moonah Jango
May 2, 2014
Maureen,
I was so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was such a kind man! I really enjoyed seeing you both at CNU volleyball games. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! May GOD's love bring you peace during the very difficult days ahead.
May 2, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God offer comfort and peace. Our deepest sympathy. Jim and Donna Brady, Fair Oaks Ranch, TX
Peninsula Catholic
May 2, 2014
We were so saddened to learn of Mr. Wiese's passing. He was a very creative and kind person. We are praying for and thinking of the entire Wiese family, especially Liz and Daniel.
Lynne Rich
May 2, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you. What a wonderful life to be celebrated and remembered. May God wrap you up in His grace and peace today and for all the days to come. Phil's Texas Mom
Amy Rice Owen
May 1, 2014
To all of the Wiese family, so sorry for your loss , thoughts and prayers to you all.
May 1, 2014
Barb and Merle and all Wiese Family
We cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. What a wonderful son. We all pray for God's healing for each and every one of you. OLPG Springfield, Mary Helen, Alice, Jackie, Connie, Cheri, Barb, Lark, Beth and Linda
May 1, 2014
Maureen, and all Wiese family
We are so very sorry for your loss of such a wonderful young man. He truly touched the lives of so many, and we know you will miss him more than words can express. God bless you and give you strength at this difficult time.
love, Bill and Linda Lehnert
May 1, 2014
Maureen, Lizzie, and Daniel we are so sorry for your loss. Larry was such a kind and gentle man. You are all in our prayers. TJ, Tracy, Thomas and Mary Grace Ahearn
Rachel (Rueth) Roy
May 1, 2014
I worked for Larry when I first graduated college, and he was always so nice and a wonderful boss. I'm so sorry, my condolences to the entire Wiese family.
Mike and Jeff Harrison
May 1, 2014
A very sad day for my brother and I. We always enjoyed attending Christopher Newport basketball and volleyball games and sitting with Larry and Maureen. Often we spent more time talking and laughing than watching the game. Many times I told Larry what a great family he had and how much they loved each other. We will certainly pray for Larry and Maureen and the family.
May 1, 2014
So sorry for your lost...Larry was a great person and supervisor.
Chuck & Janie Stanley
May 1, 2014
Barb and Merle,
We are saddened to hear of your son Larry's passing. Hold your precious memories close. Our thoughts and memories are with your family.
May 1, 2014
Maureen, My heartfelt condolences to you and your children. I will keep you in my prayers. Jeanette Larar (Allen's mom).
Nancy Staab
May 1, 2014
Dear Merle and Barbara -
Loving thoughts and prayers of comfort and peace to you and the entire Wiese family.
Donnie Buckley
May 1, 2014
Maureen, please know my thoughts are with you and your family during this trying time. Rest assured, "Proshop Larry" will forever be remembered as a true gentleman by his Bunn Park friends and golf buddies.
Lindsay Birch
May 1, 2014
All of us associated with CNU Volleyball are grieving with you. Larry will always be remembered for his support, friendship & his kindness. Even in defeat, Larry always found a way to encourage me (& the team) & keep us optimistic. We are going to miss him dearly. Sending you all love & prayers from the entire team.
Krystin S
May 1, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the memories in your heart comfort you during this difficult time, and may his wonderful legacy always carry on.
Christein Family
May 1, 2014
Larry's family and friends meant the world to him. He thoroughly enjoyed being a dad and a supportive loving husband. He was so proud of his children. Larry's compassion, sense of humor, and readiness to lend a helping hand will be sorely missed in our lives. Thank you Larry for being an honorary uncle to our children.We will continue to surround your family with love."A great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again."
Karen (Napier) Vost
May 1, 2014
Maureen, Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May 1, 2014
Wiese Famly, so deeply saddened in the loss of Larry. From reading all these loving words, we all can see what a blessing he was in his short life. Larry was a role model to so many in life.
He is his earthly Father's son, so much like Merle. All your children have been nurtured and raised knowing the love of God, respect and love for each other and others. This is a tiny comfort in your grief. He is Home with our God.
May God's comfort be with you all in this loss.
Bill and Carol,Leach, Chatham IL
Mike Congleton
May 1, 2014
Just remember that Larry remains as close as in our hearts and minds. I am proud to call him coworker and friend.
Don & Barb Vonnahme
April 30, 2014
Merle, Barb & Family--We are so sorry for the loss of your dear son and brother. We pray that God will comfort all of you at this difficult time.
Una Shurtleff
April 30, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April 30, 2014
I am so blessed to have known Larry and have worked for him. He was such a gentle man, an intelligent man and wonderful friend. Always with a kind word, I never heard a negative word come from his mouth. He always put others first and wanted to know what he could do to help. I've heard so many great stories the last few days from others and how much they respected and admired him. Always greeted me with a smile and when I needed something at work he was happy to help. Larry will be greatly missed by all of us who knew him. I am more than grateful, forever grateful, to have had the opportunity to know Larry. I will not forget him. Maureen, Liz and Daniel I am sorry for the loss of your husband and father. He loved you all and was proud of his children. May the Lord bring you peace and remember Larry's love, joy and kindness lives on in your hearts forever! I am happy to know that if he cannot be with us any longer, that he is with the Lord. God bless you always.
April 30, 2014
Dear Barb and Merle,
The Ladies of St. Therese Guild of Little Flower Church send our deepest sympathy and prayers on the loss of your son, Larry.
We are all praying for your healing in Springfield, IL.
April 30, 2014
Barb and Merle,
Please accept our sympathy and love on the loss of your son, Larry. We are praying for your comfort in Springfield, IL.
Jan & Maurice Dullenty
April 30, 2014
So very sorry to hear about Larry. We are praying for you and your family. Steve and Ruth Rice Kurtenbach
Anne Price
April 30, 2014
Maureen & Family,
Larry was a friend to all and will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you at this time.
April 30, 2014
Please accept our sincere sympathy and prayers in this time of your grieving. Larry was one of a kind. He always had a smile on his face especially when he was watching the Peninsula Catholic Volleyball Team play. He gave many encouraging words to the girls especially to our daughter when she was going through a difficult time. Peace, prayers and blessings to the Wiese family. Love, Terry, Jim and Angela DeLucia
Dena Lassley
April 30, 2014
So sorry to hear about Larry ' s passing. He was a great guy to work with and a really nice man. My prayers go out to his family and friends.
April 30, 2014
Merle, Barb & Family...Our prayers are with you during this most sorrowful time. God's Blessing to you all...
Richard & Peggy Fix...Springfield
Jim Allen
April 30, 2014
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you with his peace during this difficult time.
Mark, Ben, and Matt Holman
April 30, 2014
Our prayers are with you and your family. We will all miss this kind and generous man. God bless you.
Mr. Kim & Mrs. Bev Jackson
April 30, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Barry Surber
April 30, 2014
I had the pleasure of working for Larry for a year when I was an apprentice at NNS. We were also on the same NNS shipyard golf league team. In fact, we were usually paired together if we were scheduled to play on the same day. Everyone really respected and cared for Larry. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing and I wish his family peace at the very difficult time.
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