Ronald (Larry) Badger

A rare and special person was lost to us leaving a large hole in the hearts of many. Larry was a master leather craftsman and woodsman. He had a passion for history and was a member of the Sierra Muzzle Loaders and The American Mountain Man Association. He was a naturalist and horseman who had a healthy respect for nature and animals. He loved riding his Harley Davidson's and was the founder of Just Riding America, a local motorcycle group of friends. He was known for constructing popular hawk and knife throwing ranges, and was a winning competitor.

Larry was an honest and stand up man whose hand shake was good as gold. He never lied or cheated anyone and when he told you something you could believe it. He lived his life on his terms. Spoke his mind and was unapologetic for who he was. He was fiercely loyal to those he loved and in turn he was loved by many. His laughter, stories and pranks will long be remembered.

He was the shelter in our storm. A man amoung men. The grandest example of grit, the truest of souls, and we were lucky to have known him. Thank you for the journey our brother, uncle, friend and hero.

Larry is survived by his sister, Lori Smith; girlfriend, Ann Tatum, nieces, Kelly Zimmerman, Jennifer and Kimberly Perches and grand nieces and nephews, Chelsea, Westin, William, Madison, Keegan, Cameron and Bella and countless friends and family members. A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held on September 2, 2023 at Elks Lodge in Nevada City.