Larry L. Goldsmith

Larry Goldsmith Obituary

Larry L. GoldsmLarry L. Goldsmith, 64, Seward, died Sunday (2/1/04) in Lincoln. Born near Staplehurst (3/19/39) to Lloyd and Erna (Niemann) Goldsmith. Attended Seward High School. Served in the U.S. Army Reserves. Worked for many years for the city of Seward in the electrical department. Custodian, St. John Lutheran Church and School. Married Carol Detmer (1/12/63) at St. John Lutheran Church.

Survivors: wife, Carol; sons, daughters-in-law, Randy andLori, Lincoln, Michael and Jeanine, Larry and Katrina, all Seward; daughter, son-in-law, Teri and Don Bloebaum, Seward; brother, sister-in-law, Gordon and Janice Goldsmith, Seward; sister, brother-in-law, Nancy and Earl Cooksey, Seward; mother, Erna Goldsmith, Seward; grandchildren, Nick, Joci, Mitch Bloebaum, Brogan, Britton, Kennedy, Bryanna, McKenna, Alayna Goldsmith; nieces; nephews.

Memorial service: 10 a.m. Thursday, St. John Lutheran Church, Seward. The Rev. Mark Cutler. Visitation: 1-8:30 p.m. today, 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, with family 5-8 p.m., Volzke Mortuary, Seward. No viewing at church.

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Published by Lincoln Journal Star on Feb. 3, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Larry Goldsmith

12 Entries

GARY LUKERT

July 20, 2024

I knew Larry...we lived 2 blocks apart. We were together a few times. Larry was older than me. I just found out his brother, Gordon passed away and noticed in the obituary the Larry had died...around 20 years ago. I remember Larry's Dad and Mom. His dad was a Milk Man, delivering milk to our house, Ervin and Pearl Lukert's home. My oldest brother, Lester...as I recall from my Mom and Dad telling me sometimes rode with Larry's Dad.

GARY LUKERT

February 1, 2022

Not sure why, but, I thought about Larry just a few minutes ago. Put his name, coupled with NEBRASKA, on the Internet. There it was...the first Larry Goldsmith listed. Sadly, it is an Obituary...back in 2004. My name is Gary Lukert...I lived 2 blocks East, with my Parents, brothers and sister. At 503 South 1st Street, at 1st & Ash Streets. When I was a kid...I sometimes was over at Larry's and an older Hafer (think that was his name) boy. I also played with the Robbins boys. I also remember Larry's Dad and Mom. They were good people. At 64 Larry was so young. I am 81 now...living in Emporia, KS. Yes, it is Sad Larry died so young. Larry was a good man.

Lynn Osborne

February 6, 2004

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Larry will be truly missed by those who had a chance to get to know him (which were many). Carol and Teri, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. My sympathy goes out to you and the rest of the family.

Larry cutting tree for St John 2003 Christmas

February 5, 2004

Larry cutting tree for St John 2003 Christmas

Delbert Junge

February 5, 2004

We were fortunate to capture a couple photos of Larry cutting one of the trees for the 2003 St John Christmas. This is yet another example of Larry's contributions to our church and the community of Seward.

Tom Bosak

February 5, 2004

I am very sorry for your loss.

Your father was always friendly and had something nice to say.

He will be missed by many people.

God bless all of your family.

Tom Bosak

dwayne otte

February 5, 2004

Larry was a good friend and classmate. He will be missed around Seward. Always remember him with a smile for everyone. A very dear man. Our hearts go out to the family.

Dwayne and Val Otte

Scott Andersen

February 4, 2004

For all of the time I spent at the Goldsmith's while growing up I have mothing but excellent memories. Every memory of Mr. Goldsmith is only positive in his dedication to family, friends, and children. His energy, ease in smiling, and support as a coach and role model are his legacy to me. I am quite certain that he did an excellent job in passing his values on to his children, grandchildren, and to those like me that he touched. We should all lead such a life.

Joe & Kathy Dowding

February 4, 2004

"The Lord is near to the broken hearted, and saves those crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:18

My sympathies to you!

Wayne and Neita Andersen

February 4, 2004

We are indeed sorry to hear of the passing of Larry. We respected their family and our children still remain the best of friends with their children. We enjoyed ball games and church events and always found Larry and his family to be a God loving family filled with understanding and community. Our prayers to the family. Wayne and Neita

George and Susan Coon

February 3, 2004

Carol and family:

We were shocked and saddened to hear of Larry's death. It doesn't seem possible.

Although we have been away from Seward for over 15 years, we will always remember his friendly smile and spoken words.

You can rest assured that he knew his Savior and has gone to a better place. God Bless.

Joan Kruse Rogers

February 3, 2004

Larry was always so thoughtful when he would stop at the Sundermann Home and say hello to my Father Milton Kruse and visit about fishing at the farm. He was a very kind man. My sincere sympathy to all of your family.

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