Larry Shimer Obituary
Born October 1,1938 to the late John and Vesta (Abbott) Shimer, Larry spent the early part of his life in southeastern Illinois surrounded by his older siblings.
After graduating from Breckenridge High School in 1956, Larry married his high school sweetheart, Donna (Neitzke) Shimer, on June 26, 1960, at Zion Lutheran Church in Hemlock, Michigan. Their enduring love lasted until Donna's passing on March 28, 2014. The happy couple settled on the north side of Indianapolis where Larry worked for Weihe Engineers as a land surveyor. Larry was an active member of Pilgrim Lutheran Church offering his time and talents for many years as an elder and as church president.
Larry was always ready for an adventure and loved to jump in the car for long and short trips. He and Donna dearly loved exploring national and state parks, catching up with friends near and far, and seeing what was around the next corner of the road. If the road was long and smooth and the sun was up, Larry was always ready to go.
Larry is survived by his beloved daughters, Kelly (Chad) Shimer-Roggow and Amy (Michael) Lange; his grandchildren, William (Abbie) Roggow, Allison Roggow, Rachel Roggow, Emily Lange, and Megan Lange. He took immense pride in their accomplishments and loved that they share his love of adventure.
A much-loved youngest sibling, Larry was preceded in death by his siblings Mary Perkins, Robert Shimer, Vera Harris, Dorthe Wilkin, and Gerald Shimer.
A private burial will take place at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Washington Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, IN. Palmer Funeral Home ~ Bubb Chapel, 3910 N. Main St., Mishawaka, IN 46545 is honored to be assisting the family with the arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be donated in Larry's name to ELCA Good Gifts, P.O. Box 1809, Merrifield, VA 22116-8009. Christ the King Lutheran Church,17195 Cleveland Rd., South Bend, IN 466435 or Faith Lutheran Church, 301 N. Pleasant Hill Rd., Warner Robins, GA 31093.
To send flowers to the family, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
3910 N. Main Street, Mishawaka, IN 46545
Make a Donation
in Larry Shimer's name
People and places connected with Larry
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Larry's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Larry Shimer's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
