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Larry Buendorf
1937 - 2025
Larry Buendorf
1937 - 2025
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BORN
1937
DIED
2025
Larry Buendorf Obituary
Larry Buendorf was a Secret Service agent who wrestled a gun away from a would-be assassin intent on killing President Gerald Ford (1913–2006).
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Read the full obituary in Legacy's headline news section.
(Photo: David Hume Kennerly via Wikimedia Commons)
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Louis Chiasson
May 19, 2025
I have just learned about Larry's passing. It was a privilege to work alongside Larry during the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympic Games and 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. As his Canadian counterpart with the Canadian Olympic Team, we had the opportunity to interact regularly. I remember Larry as always being very kind and open minded individual in terms of optimum security preparedness and intelligence sharing in the best interest of our respective countries. He was an absolute professional and gentleman. I have no doubt his life was just as engaged as a family man. I send my thoughts and prayers to the whole family and close friends. May you find courage and strength to fondly remember and celebrate Larry's exceptional life. RIP Larry.
Gene and Tyra Sandoval
April 9, 2025
Linda, I'll never forget how much if meant to Gene and I to see you and Larry and Dominic's funeral. You are both true friends. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Larry was one of the very best! Love, Gene and Tyra
Mr.Jr.
March 18, 2025
My Condolences.
Linda Lewis
March 17, 2025
My condolences to your family. May you find comfort and peace through God´s word the Bible. May God be with your family.
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JH
March 15, 2025
May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Sending condolences and prayers to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
RB
March 15, 2025
A dedicated and brave Secret Service agent. Sincere condolences to the Buendorf family, so very sorry for your loss. May be God be with you all.
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