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Lawrence Miya Obituary
RANTOUL - Lawrence Y. Miya, 78, died peacefully at home on Dec. 24, 2009, in Rantoul.
Lawrence was born March 27, 1931, in Honolulu, Hawaii, a son of Kakuichi and Takeyo Miya. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister.
He married Thelma Matsumoto in Honolulu, Hawaii, in 1953; she survives. Also surviving are his son, Leslie (Nancy) Miya of Waipahu, Hawaii, and daughter, Karen (Jim) Snyder of Rantoul and four grandchildren.
Lawrence retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1971; he served in the Korean and Vietnam wars.
He worked and then retired from Illinois Power. He enjoyed gardening and ballroom dancing.
A family service with military honors by the Danville VFW, Post 728, will be held at the Danville National Cemetery on Jan. 7.
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Reuben Brown
January 4, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I missed the notice in the paper, but learned this morning of his passing. I worked with Larry for many years and he always so helpful, putting a smile on my face everyday. Many stories of fond memories are being told this morning at work. I will miss and remember him the rest of my life.
Mary Thompson
December 31, 2009
The Family of Larry Miya
My late husband,"Buzz" Irwin Thompson, also a retiree of IP, always thought Larry was a great person, and spoke very fondly of knowing him. I remember meeting Larry a few times and he was a perfect gentleman. Please accept my condolences as I know you will miss him as much as I miss Buzz. Give God
your worries and accept his help in your grief. He is an awesome God.
In Christian Love, Mary F. Thompson
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