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Larry Bentley Obituary

BENTLEY Larry Bentley, 66, of Westerville, died Saturday, July 11, 2009 at his home. He was retired from the U.S. Air Force having served in the Vietnam War where he was awarded a Bronze Star. He also retired from the Liebert Corporation as an Engineer. He was a member of the Patriot Guard and Combat Veterans. Larry was the former owner of V2 Cycles. He is preceded in death by his parents Willis and Alice Bentley, infant sister Beverly Jean. Survived by wife, Louise Bentley; children, Scott (Christine) Alverson, Greg Bentley, Kim Bentley; four grandsons; brother, Willard (Nancy) Bentley; sisters, Yvonne Richardson, Judith White and Kay Bentley. The family will receive friends Thursday 4-7 p.m. at the SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON CHAPLE, 6699 N. High St. (1/2 mile south of 270). Larry's favorite charities included Disabled American Veterans and Blue Star Mothers. Visit www.schoedinger.com to send online condolences to the family.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Jul. 14, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Larry Bentley

25 Entries

Kenn & Debbie Smothers

July 19, 2009

We were saddened to hear of Larry's passing. We both worked with Larry at Liebert. Will miss his smile and his laugh. He will be missed.

Wayne Schlegel

July 17, 2009

Louise,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your dear husband, Larry. I Know there is little that I can do to help you through this loss, but I hope that you take comfort in knowing that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Steve and Missy Rowley

July 16, 2009

Louise,
May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. You are in our thoughts.

Lynette Langfitt

July 16, 2009

Larry was such a kind person and good friend. We rode his Harley together one afternoon. What a great time! I will miss his friendship.

Red

Tina Penn

July 16, 2009

My sympathies to Larry's family and friends. He was a great guy, a lot of fun. Worked with him at Liebert and I also had the pleasure of helping him on his grand opening of V2 Cycles. I will miss him.

Tina Penn

Big Chuck and Scarlet Groome

July 15, 2009

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.

Crystal - Chris - Shawna - Wayne & Addison

July 15, 2009

Kim - Christopher & Matt, I must first say what a man's man your Father/Grandfater was! You were blessed to have such a man in your world. I am so sorry for your loss... we have all lost a part of us in the passing of Larry. We need more people in the world like Larry! He was always there to assist those who needed help. He was always the one person that you could count on. We shared a lot of happy times together and he will be missed!

My prayers are with you in this tearful time. Hugs to you all.

Denise Staley

July 15, 2009

Louise...I was so sorry to hear about losing your loving husband, Larry. He was such a great human being and friend and I will miss him..and my thoughts and prayers are with you always...and , as I ride for my husband Charles I will ride for Larry,too..they had so much in common.. Denise Staley, Dublin, Ohio

July 15, 2009

We were deeply saddened to here of Larrys passing. He was a wonderful person that will be greatly missed. Our hearts & prayers are with Louise & his family. We have an angel riding in heaven to watch over us. Sue & ron

July 15, 2009

We were saddened to hear of Larry's passing. He was a kind and wonderful person that will be greatly missed by one & all. Louise & his family are in our prayers. We have an angel riding in heaven to watch over us. Ron & Sue

Charlene Clinger

July 15, 2009

Old bikers never really die - they just ride off into the sunset. I'm sure as we continue our passion for riding Larry will be riding along side, to watch out for us all. Our most sincere condolences. Tim and Char Clinger

kelly evenson

July 15, 2009

I would like to add my memories of Larry as an Air Force veteran who served with him in Germany in the 1960s. Larry was a guy you did not forget once you met him. He came on "like gangbusters" but in a friendly way. In Germany we skied with him, were in judo classes as well as many other sports and did a little work watching the Chech border. We had the good fortune in recent years to have him in our 601st (AF) reunion group and he was not changed in 50 years, just a great unselfish guy. We will miss him.

Sherry Patton

July 15, 2009

Louise, I am so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. My prayers are with you and your family.
Sherry Patton

Bob & Julie Sheehan

July 14, 2009

We are so very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was a such a wonderful person. We send our sympathy to all.

Bob & Mindi Taylor

July 14, 2009

Louise,
Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.

July 14, 2009

Larry was the type of dear friend who doesn't come along very often in a lifetime. Over the past four years, It was a privilege for Skip and I and my kids to share so many wonderful times with him and his wife, Louise. I am grateful for so many treasured memories...from the Friday night pizza rides to Bennys...to road trips to POT, Laconia, the 105th and the Olympic Peninsula in Washington.... to rides with "the gang"...to joining my family in our home for many a Christmas and Thanksgiving celebration.. to the special celebration on he and Louise's happy wedding day. We all loved sharing in his life.
My family looked up to him for his service to our country and respected him for his bravery and courage..especially in facing his final battle against cancer. Larry, you were a true soldier to the end and you will always remain an inspiration to me, and especially my two sons, Eric and Matt.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of his family.
We'll ride with you in the wind.
Love,
Susie, Skip, Eric, Matt, Lauren and Carley

July 14, 2009

I am so sorry to here of Larry's passing. He was a great man, father, husband and proud to say a friend of mine. We will all miss you.
Daryl Wolford

July 14, 2009

Dear Kim,
My prayers are with you and your family.
Larry&Judy Taylor

Erica Emerson

July 14, 2009

Kim and Sons,

My sympathies to you and your children for the loss of SUCH a wonderful Father, Grandfather and all around amazing Man. None could give hugs quite like him... you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jesse Bruton

July 14, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you Bentley family... farewell Larry, we'll miss you brother.

Steve & Char. Schultheis

July 14, 2009

Louise, you and Larry’s family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Mona Thomason

July 14, 2009

Kim,
I'm so very sorry to hear about Larry's passing. He was such a sweet, kind man. I'll always remember riding with him on the motorcycle and going to the classic car show in Columbus. My prayers are with you and your family.

July 14, 2009

Dear Mrs. Bentley and Family,

Our sincere sympathy in the passing of Larry Bentley. We gratefully acknowledge his service to our country so that we can embrace the freedom we have today.

Sincerely,
Blue Star Mothers
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Worthington, Ohio

Wendy O'Brien

July 14, 2009

I remember my friend Katrina, and I putting on V2 t-shirts and standing on the road jumping up and down luring people in when Larry opened up his shop. I remember Larry leaving a bottle of wine on my doorstep with a note saying he saw me running all over the place at work and thought i might need a glass of wine when I got home....................he was always sweet and kind, a gentleman and a truly good person.............and had the biggest smile of anyone I ever knew.

Kim Cole

July 14, 2009

Larry has touched alot of hearts over the years. He was a great person, always helping others in their time of need. Larry always enjoyed Life and I know he is in heaven riding his Harley and continuing his journey of life helping others.

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