Larry Allen Goldsmith was born on March 13, 1947, in Seattle and passed away on May 16, 2018 in Everett, Washington. Larry grew up in Martha Lake and was a proud graduate of Meadow-dale High School and the University of Washington. He served in the United States Army Reserves as an instructor and continued his career for over 30 years as a certified financial planner. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, June and Verne; Wife and Soul Mate, Kathy; and nephew, Wyatt. Larry is survived by his brother, John; daughter, Lisa, son, Scott; daughter-in-law, Nicole, son-inlaw, Phillip; and grandchildren, Hayden, Jaxx, Olivia, Sarah and Lauren. Larry was well known for his sense of humor, fun loving attitude and love for the University of Washington football program, GO DAWGS! Larry loved his family more than anything, his children and grandchildren were the apple of his eye and he boasted about them incessantly. A private celebration of life will be held on May 20, 2018, in his hometown of Everett. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of our father to the Alzheimer's Research Foundation at: alzheimersresearchfoundation.com

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Published by The Herald (Everett) from May 19 to May 21, 2018.

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May 30, 2018

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. John 17:3

Sincerely, F.Mitchell

Kayte and Jamie

May 19, 2018

I'm so sorry to hear about Larry. He was a good neighbor and the kids got a kick out of him! He was funny and always had a story to tell. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

May 19, 2018

RIP, Larry. I know you are with Kathy once again, and painfree.

Irma Schelsteder

May 19, 2018

Lisa, Phillp & family. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time. While your grief will last, he is free of pain & worry. We will all meet again someday. Much love to you all. Irma

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