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Lawrence Tetzlaff Obituary
IN LOVING MEMORY "Jungle Larry"
SHARE YOUR MEMORIES OF
JUNGLE LARRY
Before there was today's Naples Zoo, there was Jungle Larry's African Safari. This popular attraction represented the vision and dreams of Lawrence "Jungle Larry" Tetzlaff and his wife Nancy "Safari Jane" Tetzlaff. Together they created a destination that has inspired generations to love wild animals and wild places.
In his early years, Larry worked for famed animal collector Frank Buck, performed stunt work for Johnny Weissmuller in the Tarzan movies, shot and edited wildlife films, milked venomous snakes for medicine during WW II, served at the state level to better the lives of animals outside the wild, and led expeditions on four continents. Audiences ranging from school children to supreme court justices listened to the message of conservation in person across the Midwest and in Florida, at three theme parks, and on TV.
Although Jungle Larry left us 25 years ago, his family and staff have continued that vision and those dreams.
The wife and sons of Jungle Larry invite you to share your photos and memories at
www.junglelarry.com or by mailing them to Safari Jane Tetzlaff, 11216 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 207, Naples FL 34110.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Tetzlaff
3 Entries
Sue Nelson
February 10, 2009
It will always be Jungle Larry's!
Kris High
February 8, 2009
I have wonderful memories of Jungle Larry and Nancy going back to Purtis Springs Park. I was just a little girl but my father managed the roller rink and my cousins owned the park. When I wasn't roller skating, I was at Jungle Larry's. He would sometimes pull me into the show. I seem to remember being goosed by the anteater. Nancy was just as dedicated to the animals as Larry.The memories I have from the 1950s and being just a child are still fresh in my mind today.My best to Nancy and your family. Sincerely, Kris High
Tim Tetzlaff
February 8, 2009
Please feel free to share your memories and photos with Safari Jane and her sons at http://www.junglelarry.com
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