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Larry Pendarvis Obituary
Brooklyn -
Larry Dean Pendarvis, age 72, of Brooklyn formerly of Des Moines, passed away Thursday October 24, 2019 at Brooklyn Community Estate. Memorial service: 10:00 a.m. Saturday November 2, 2019 at First Presbyterian Church, Brooklyn with Rev. Ben Nti and Pastor Dorothy Banzhaf officiating. Inurnment with military honors by Brooklyn American Legion Post 294 and Des Moines Police Honor Guard will be at the Brooklyn Memorial Cemetery, Brooklyn. There will be a Celebration of Life Gathering and meal at Holiday Lake Community Center following the inurnment. Memorials may be contributed to the Brooklyn Fire Department or East Poweshiek Ambulance Service. Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn is assisting the family with arrangements.
Larry is survived by his wife, Kimberly of Brooklyn; his daughters, Michelle Berst of Des Moines and Julie (Michael) Grundberg of Des Moines; five grandchildren, Jenifer, Brian, Catherine, Norbert, and Gerhard; and a brother, Cory Pendarvis.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Jayson Pendarvis.
Larry Dean Pendarvis was born August 13, 1947 in Boone Iowa, the son of Wilbur and Nannetta Barrett Pendarvis. He graduated from Boone High School then enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1966. He served three years including Vietnam, receiving The Purple Heart and three Bronze Stars. Larry was married to Diann Marie Larson on August 5,1967. Two daughters were born to this marriage. They divorced in 1991. In 1969, Larry joined the Des Moines Police Department serving 33 years before retiring in 2002. He received two Medals of Valor and numerous Certificates of Commendation and was the most awarded police officer in the history of the Des Moines Police Department. He was united in marriage to Kimberly Kleckner on October 23, 1993 in Des Moines. Larry was a member of the Des Moines Police Burial and Protective Association, the Iowa Peace Officers Association, the Iowa State Police Association, and also a member of the Brooklyn American Legion Post 294, the VFW Post 817 in Boone, the NRA, and served as a board member for the BGM School District for seven years. In his spare time, Larry enjoyed fishing, attending BGM School activities and spending time with family.
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Jim Peterson
November 30, 2019
I am very sorry to hear of Larry's death. He was married to my cousin Diane. I always wanted to ride with him on patrol in Des Moines, but never took the opportunity. Always enjoyed talking with him at reunions and when he and the family were in Gowrie. Didn't know he was in Brooklyn or I would have stopped to visit on my way to my brothers house in IA City. RIP Larry. Jim Peterson
Marlys Craven
November 16, 2019
Dear Kim, Michelle & Julie,
I just last night learned of Larry's passing.
I am so very sorry. My heart is sad for you & your family. I have such fond memories of Aunt Nanny & Uncle Penny's home with
Larry. A special blessing to have had great times with extended family.
Larry was a true hero & I was proud to call him my cousin.
Please know I am thinking of you all.
Remember sorrow is not forever, love is.
My sincere regards,
Marlys (Ades) Craven
Dustin Pendarvis
November 2, 2019
I have a picture some were of wen larry would let me put his hat on and top part of his uniform on with his radio in my pocket wont forget that! Love you uncle larry you will be missed:(
Dustin Pendarvis
November 2, 2019
Love you Larry, so sry I couldent make it aunt kim, I never forget the day I stayed with you guys and everytime I was their I would always bug uncal Larry for his keys and his badge
November 1, 2019
Kim we are so very Sorry for your loss. Please know our Thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Brian and Robin Duryee
Nisswa MN.
October 31, 2019
I worked with him for several years. He was a great guy and will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tammy Snell (Pottorff)
October 30, 2019
Many many years ago Larry helped my dad coach Michelle and I when we played softball on the Shamrocks at Grandview Little League. He made us laugh a lot, tolerated our loud and obnoxious music and always welcomed me into his home. Although it's been many years since I've talked to or have seen Larry, I can still hear his laugh and see his smile. I will continue to carry the fond memories he instilled in me as his daughters friend and as someone he always treated as part of his family. Sending his family and his friends sincere condolences.
Sheryl Vincent
October 29, 2019
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I worked with his wife Kim and have fond memories of them both. Larry was a great guy. Prayers for Kim and the rest of his family.
Ray and Dave Williamson
October 29, 2019
A good man. Always fun to be around at work.
October 28, 2019
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Classmate & friend. His parents & mine were also good friends. My sincere sympathy to his family. May God watch over you in this time of loss.
Cathy (Ellsworth) Shaw
Danielle Robison
October 28, 2019
So sorry to hear about Larry. My thoughts and love to all.
Richard Glade
October 28, 2019
What a Great Sergeant he was on the Police Department. You always knew Larry would be there when the chips were down. He always loved to laugh
Danielle Godwin
October 27, 2019
Sorry for your loss, Kim. He's up there with Jay and his parents and he's at peace.
sharen kleckner
October 26, 2019
Sorry for your lost Kim.Remember the good times.
Carolyn Taylor
October 26, 2019
Larry was a wonderful guy and leader! Sending prayers for peace and comfort for his entire family!
ROBERT WHITMAN
October 26, 2019
Rest in peace Larry, we have known each other since Kindergarten at Lowell School.
You will be mssed!
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