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Larry Talley

1939 - 2025

Larry Talley obituary, 1939-2025, Lima, OH

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1939

DIED

2025

Larry Talley Obituary

LAKE NONA, FL -- Larry Kent Talley. Larry passed away Thursday March 6th in Lake Nona, Florida. He was born in Lima, Ohio on August 31,1939 to Carl Sr. And Irene (Millen) Talley, who preceded him in death.

Larry served 10 years in the U.S. Army as a Sgt. 1st Class, which included serving with Honor Guard and a tour of Vietnam.

He married Diana (Jones) Talley on 7-9-1976, and she survived him in St. Cloud, Florida.

His siblings Carl Jr., Norma Shrider, and Patty preceded him in death.

Larry was the Father of Diana Sue, Michelle Renee, and Shawn Marie. A daughter Tonia preceded him.

Larry retired from Westinghouse/Hamilton Sundstrand/United Technology after 37 years of service.

He was an avid golfer and enjoyed travel with his wife Diana.

Graveside services will be at Bushnell Cemetery, Florida; pending arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Lima News from Mar. 7 to Mar. 8, 2025.

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Martha Simon

March 11, 2025

Sorry to hear of Larry's passing.

Bob Conner

March 10, 2025

Diana and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Larry. He was a very dedicated person to anything he got involved in.
My God bless and guide you and the family in your time of loss.

Lavonne Dilworth

March 10, 2025

So sorry for your loss Diana! My heart aches for you. Larry was a great person!! Will keep you all in my prayers and thoughts

Tom Smith

March 9, 2025

So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He and I attended McKinley grade school in Lima from the first grade through high school. He was a wonderful friend and I have fond memories of growing up with him as a friend. Our deepest sympathies to his family.

Ron Mertz

March 8, 2025

Such a great guy with big smile and a little chuckle with it. Prayers for comfort and strength during this difficult time..
Westinghouse buddies.
Ron and Elaine Mertz

Jan Merritt

March 8, 2025

Diana, I´m so sorry for your loss. I remember working at the Lima Westinghouse with you and Larry. My condolences to you and family.

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