Larry Gene Twitchell

Larry Gene Twitchell obituary, Akron, OH

Larry Gene Twitchell

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Burial

1:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Restland Cemetery

1333 Tallmadge Road, Kent, OH 44240

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Larry Twitchell Obituary

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Larry Gene Twitchell, 77, of Mogadore, passed away peacefully at his home on January 31, 2026. He was born in Ravenna on May 12, 1948 to the late Carroll and Ardis {Wertenberger} Twitchell.

Larry is survived by his loving son, Vince Twitchell; step-son Brian (Julie) McElhiney; grandchildren Benjamin and Kaelynne Twitchell, Meghan and Molly McElhiney; lifelong friends Sharon and Carl Ebie.

Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Army. After his honorable discharge, he began a career in the automotive and tooling industries, retiring from SGS Tool.

Larry was a dedicated father, and worked hard to make sure Vince was always cared for. He loved to be out on the road, riding his motorcycle.

Family and friends are invited to visit at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd. Akron, OH 44305 on Tuesday, February 10th from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Well-deserved military honors will follow at Restland Cemetery in Brimfield, where Larry will be laid to rest. In lieu of flowers, donations in Larry's memory are suggested to the VFW of your choice. To share a memory of Larry or leave a special message for his family, visit the guest book below.

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

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Upcoming Events

Feb

10

Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Newcomer Funeral Home

131 N Canton Rd, Akron, OH 44305

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Feb

10

Burial

1:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Restland Cemetery

1333 Tallmadge Road, Kent, OH 44240

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Services provided by

Newcomer Funeral Home - Akron

Only 4 days left for delivery to next service.