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Larry Clisby Obituary
MELBOURNE, Fla.-Longtime voice of Purdue Basketball and Lafayette sports personality, Larry Clisby died this morning at his home in Florida. Clisby fought a long, courageous battle with lung and metastatic brain cancer. He was 74.
Larry was born February 21, 1947 in Akron, Ohio. He was adopted by Royal S. and Catherine (Miller) Clisby and was raised in Warren, Ohio. He proudly served his county in the US Army from 1968-1970. Clisby served as the radio play-by-play voice of Purdue Basketball for nearly 40 years before officially retiring last year. He touched many lives during his life-time and will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his loving wife Michelle; children, Chad (Candice) Clisby and Carly (Matt) Lawrence; step-children, Abigail and Ryan Erickson, and Alyssa Nixon; grandchildren, Christian, Drew, Joe, Sophia, and Charlie; sister, Carol (Tim) Yova, numerous nieces, nephews and close friends.
A Celebration of Life for the "Cliz" will take place at a later date. Share memories and condolences at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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GARY MCCOY
March 2, 2021
I played high school baseball with Cliz at Howland High. He was a slick second baseman, a great teammate and a terrific guy. I remember going to Indians games in Cleveland and we would sit out in the outfield all alone, so Cliz could "broadcast" the game. He sat there and did the play-by-play as if he were in the broadcast booth. He was the only kid I knew in high school who knew for certain what he wanted to do with his life. I'm glad he made it. God speed.
Tony
March 1, 2021
Larry was great guy and very smart character. I’m saddened by his loss but happy he is no longer suffering. Prayers to the entire family in this time of grief!! His spirit lives on in the team he loved so much to cover. God Bless!!
Purdue Fan
March 1, 2021
Sending sincere sympathy to the entire
Clisby family. May your most cherished memories comfort in this difficult time.
Thanks to all of you for sharing your loved one with the Purdue family. RIP, Larry.
You have earned your wings - God’s
Speed.
Tom Freeman
March 1, 2021
I worked with Larry at WASK Radio in the late 70’s and 80’s; always enjoyed the time we spent together; had a great sense of humor, always made my day.
Matt and Sherry Painter
February 28, 2021
Sharing in your sadness as we remember Larry. Our deepest condolences to Michelle and Larry’s family.
Hal. Youart
February 28, 2021
Larry was a longstanding broadcasting friend and will be missed on the airways. His talent of being behind the microphone was so interesting and enjoyable to listen to! My sincere condolences to Michelle and all of their families.
Robert Lightbody
February 27, 2021
I only worked briefly with Larry in the mid-90’s... but what a guy. He treated everyone with respect and professionalism. Taught me a few things along the way.
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