Larry J. Neyens

Larry Joseph Neyens, 70, of Marion, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2025, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa surrounded by his wife and family.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at the Church of the Nativity, 1225 Alta Vista St, in Dubuque.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday at the church with Rev. Msgr. James Miller officiating. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, is assisting the family.

Born February 2, 1955, in Dubuque, Iowa to Edward and Ruth (Keller) Neyens, Larry married Tina Westemeyer on November 15, 1975, and they were celebrating their 50 years of married life throughout this year. He worked 37 years as an engineer at Rockwell Collins in Cedar Rapids and was often selected for teams that required complex problem solving. Larry was a hard worker and never stopped to rest until a project was completed. Called "my genius" by his mother-in-law, he could fix anything. Larry loved the outdoors and especially enjoyed keeping his yard manicured.

Known for his ability to ask a million questions, Larry was that rare individual who thought before he spoke, yet was a relentless tease. A profoundly humble man, he was always ready with a laugh, and had a wicked sense of humor. He loved talking about cars and driving fast cars. His 1978 Trans Am with 5,000 miles gave him hours of joy and entertainment. Casino slots were a great source of relaxation for Larry.

An avid animal lover, Larry was a big softie for his rescued pets. He often used them as the excuse not to travel, but he humored his wife by traveling the world anyway. He made great friends during his travels and loved experiencing new places and learning all about them.

Larry loved his wife and family deeply, and spending time with them at the many celebrations and gatherings. In addition to his wife Tina, he is survived by four siblings, Sandra (Herk) Hammerand of Dubuque, Edward (Debby) Neyens of Scottsdale, Arizona, Susan (Joe) Haas of Dubuque, and Mark (Jaclyn) Neyens of Cedar Rapids; and by in-laws, Tina's parents Bob and Donna Westemeyer, Tim (Kathy) Westemeyer of Winthrop, Iowa, Carol (Mike) Kaiser of Cedar Rapids, and Cathy Dick of Marion, Iowa. He will be missed by all of his family which includes many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions can be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation at www.T2T.org.