Larry Bintz

Larry Bintz

Silver City - Larry E. (coach) Bintz, 80, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020 at his residence in Silver City, NM. He was born in Estes Park, CO to Larry F. Bintz and Juanita Bintz. Larry worked 35 years or the Ventura County Parks Dept and he never met a stranger, he was a lover of people and made friends easily. He always had a joke in his back pocket, candy in his front and could often be found whistling/singing a tune. After retiring he moved to Silver City, NM in 2003. He loved the outdoors, hunting, softball and coached for Silver High School under Trewern while training kids' on the side. He is survived by his loving wife Jo Nita whom he met 62 years ago and they have been married 591/2 years; one son, Edward Bintz (Christie); his daughter, Lanita Bintz (Don); his granddaughter which he raised like a daughter, Crystal Crabb (Randy); four grandsons, five great grandchildren; three sisters, Larrilyn Bangs, Carol Stone (Stephen), and Francis Thacker. Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory. A Celebration of Life service will not be held at this time. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in his name. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.