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Lawrence E. "Larry" Nesbit

Lawrence Nesbit Obituary

Larry Nesbit, 71, of Blue Springs, MO, passed away Monday, February 19, 2007 at his home. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday, February 23, 2007 at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington, Independence, MO 64052. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Thursday, February 22, 2007 in the chapel. Burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Larry was born August 11, 1935 in Kansas City, MO to Eldon Sterling and Clara Pauline (Morgan) Nesbit. Mr. Nesbit founded, owned and operated Universal Inspection Survey, Inc. since 1962. He was a hard working man who loved to spend weekends at the lake with his family. Larry enjoyed playing cards and spoiling his dogs, Dolly and Baby. Mr. Nesbit was close to his step-father, Robert DeVaul, who raised him. Larry is survived by his wife, Judy (Diffey) Nesbit of the home; children Barbara Hausey and husband Ernest, Daniel Nesbit and wife Carla, all of Independence, MO, Diane Thresher and husband Harry of Belton, MO, Beverly Lewis of Blue Springs, MO, Richard Nesbit and wife Rayna of O'Fallon, MO; step-children Anna Peugh, Trisha Lintz, David Peugh and wife Tammy all of Independence, MO; 14 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; sisters Judy Thornton of Hamilton, MO, Mary Cecilia DeVaul of Mammouth Springs, AR; brother John DeVaul of Kansas City, MO; many extended family and friends. Larry was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Patricia in 1970; first son Robert Allen in 1956; sister Yvonne Miller in 2007. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel)

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Published by Kansas City Star on Feb. 21, 2007.

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Brenda West

February 27, 2007

Judy & family, We are deeply sadden to learn of Larry's passing. We too, shared many moments of laughter with Larry. He leaves us with smile's in our hearts.

Pat (Fogarty) Plante

February 25, 2007

Dear Barbara, Diane, Beverly & Richard, and family. I worked with your Mother, Pat when we were teenagers. I met Larry (may he rest in peace) when he was dating and married your Mom. Please accept my sincere sympathy. Martha Parish a friend of mine for thirty years and a long time friend of your Mothers, shared pictures with me this morning at church. It brought back such fond memory's.
Please accept my sympathy and may God give you peace and strength in this time of sorry for the family.

Joel and Michelle Jones

February 25, 2007

Judy,
God be with you in your time of need. We're so sorry and will miss Larry deeply. We have wonderful memories of him that we'll treasure until we see him again.

Bill and Sandy Steinlage

February 23, 2007

Judy and Family,

We were so very sorry to hear about Larry. He was a terrific person. There really aren't words to express your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.

Dawn Jones

February 22, 2007

Judy,
May God be with you during this time. Remember the Good Times at Silver Sands. If he wasnt having good conversation he was joking around with Mel and Alice and enjoying life. He was like a 2nd Dad at the Lake. If Mom and Dad werent watching he was. He will be greatly missed by all.

CAROLEA AND LARRY ORLANDO

February 21, 2007

JUDY AND FAMILY, WE WILL MISS LARRY... WE HAVE SHARED MANY THINGS THROUGH THE YEARS, LOTS OF FUN,HAPPINES,SADDNES AND NOW TEARS.HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER... JUDY, REMEMBER YOU ARE LOVED AND WILL ALWAYS A PART OF OUR FAMILY FOR EVER. WE LOVE YOU, CAROLEA, LARRY , LYNN, KELLY, TRISH, NICK, STEPHEN, AND ASHLEY

Martha Parish (Ising)

February 21, 2007

Dear Barbara and siblings, I would like to express my prayers and symphony to you and the family. Don't know if you remember me, but I was one of Patsy's close friends, along with Dolores, who went all through 12 grades together. I know your mother will open her arms to Larry at those Pearly Gates.

Sandy Thornton

February 21, 2007

Judy & Dan, I am so sorry for you loss. Larry was a special person. I knew him through his inspection business for more than 20 years. Just a fine gentleman. We will miss him, but realize he's only just gone ahead of us.

Jennifer Brookover

February 21, 2007

Dear Judy and family: My sincere sympathy to you, for this horrible loss. It was an honor for me to know such a great man both personally and professionally. He was one of a kind and always made me smile. My prayers for comfort are with you.

Steve & Cheryl Butler

February 21, 2007

Judy and Family,

We are so sorry to hear the passing of Larry. He brought many laughs to us at the lake and many lasting memories. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time. God bless you.

February 21, 2007

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO JUDY AND LOVED ONES. MAY THE ARMS OF THE LORD EMBRACE EACH OF YOU DURING THIS SAD TIME. GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU.


When I come to the end of the road,
and the sun has set for me.
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little—but not too long,
and not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love that was once shared.
Miss me, but let me go.

jodi shaw

February 21, 2007

Dear Judy, we are so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Please know that you can call on us anytime for anything you may need. Our hearts are with you and your family.
Jodi and Dale

Dawn Jones

February 21, 2007

Dawn Jones, Irondale, Missouri

Elaine Gillum

February 21, 2007

I was very shocked and sad to learn of Larry's passing. I have enjoyed visiting with him when I ordered the inspections. He was a very special persons and will certainly be missed by everyone who knew him.

ALICE AND MEL RYALS

February 21, 2007

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

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