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1936
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2015
Larry Wegner Obituary
While in Texas, he worked as a union painter and then as a line driver for McCurdy Trucking. He came to Fairbanks in 1974, driving up the Alaska Highway seeking better employment opportunities during the trans-Alaska pipeline boom. He worked as a member of the Teamsters Union Local No. 959, hauling freight and the 48-inch pipe that was used for the pipeline up the Haul Road (now known as the Dalton Highway). His CB handle was "The Shadow." He drove north until the mid 1990s and then he started running south to Seattle as owner operator under L & J Trucking.
He logged hundreds of trips up and down the Alaska Highway the majority of them with his little yorkie dog, Sassy as his co-pilot. Once he retired, he spent summers in Valdez on his boat, the Aaren L, taking friends and family fishing. August was his favorite month - when the silver salmon would migrate into Prince William Sound. Larry was a U.S. Army veteran, stationed in Germany during the cold war years.
He is survived by his family; sisters Melody (Peter) Schweilzer and Marleah (Ronald) Szudzik, and brothers Harold "Butch" (Joyce) Jensen and Robin (Kathy) Jensen. Larry left five children, Maggie (Doug) Carnes, Liz (Kraig) Rhow, Mike (Lana) Wegner, Cheryl (Craig) Wegner and Toni (Ward) Isaacs. He is also survived by six grandchildren, David Burrow, Aaren Porteur, Tara Wegner, Jeremy Wegner, Cassie Wegner and Amanda Kraus and nine great-grandchildern. He also left two dear friends, Paul Babbs, of Conroe, Texas, and Gary Gannon, of Steilacoom, Washington. He was preceded in death by his parents, his older brother, Robert Wegner; his two grandsons, Robert Burrow and Seth White; and his wife, Joyce (Andrews) Wegner, whom he joined on Valentine's Day. In remembrance of Larry, donations may be made to The National Parkinson's Foundation and/or Paralyzed Veterans of America. "Fish on," and you will be missed.
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for Larry Wegner
Wade Burns
February 23, 2025
Even after these years, it´s sad to hear about Larry passing. I would love to hear from Mike, we all drove for Mac in Houston. If anyone sees this a d knows Mike, please have Mike call me 817 301 2258 or email me [email protected]. Several other friends would love to re-connect with Mike. Thanks, Wade
Wade Burns
January 16, 2019
Larry, shadow so sad to find you have passed. I'll never forget the many trips we made from cali to Houston for Mac. our radio discussions kept us awake all night so we could get to the yard. Memories of trucking with you and Mike slick trick Ill never forget. R I P old friend. Prospector
Glen Kitchin
July 11, 2015
What a great and amazing man...the world is less of a place without him!
Jusczak/ Baker
March 13, 2015
Thoughts and prayers are with all of you
March 5, 2015
Larry was our nearest neighbor for many years. I always liked and respected this good man for his unbounded love & devotion to his wife, for his ever-present humor and for his all round decency and honesty. He will be missed.
F. Andersen
March 5, 2015
Toni & Ward, enjoy the good memories I know you have many. I miss you both, Donna Brady-Robertson
Michael Wegner
March 5, 2015
You were more like a Brother than a Dad. You taught me so much, and we had so much fun along the way. You made me what I am today. I learned but also observed. Sometimes the lessons came from me doing the exact opposite of what you taught. I know it drove you crazy but you were Father enough to tell me I was sucessful. One of my favorite conversations you asked me "Mike, how is it that you have never had any speeding tickets?", my answer was "Because I learned from you. I've observed your driving and did the exact opposite". I'm sure going to miss the phone conversations when on the road. Telling you where I am, what I'm doing, where Im headed, talking trucks. God, I love you. I'm proud to tell everyone, I had the absolute Best Dad! See you on the turnaround!
Jocelyn (Gannon) Ruppel
March 3, 2015
Larry...I wish to express how much you and Joyce mean to each one of us - while here on earth and eternally. This is a temporary separation that we all share now, because, I believe that we will all see each other again at some point. I am so grateful to GOD that he brought you all into our lives. We, each one of us, will remember the sincere care and devotion that you presented to us in individual cases, the help given to us while you were with us here. We also shared many a laugh with one another. That is so nice to reflect on now. The Wegner family will always remain a part of the Gannon family. We love you all - each one of you. ♡ Love, Jocelyn and David, also, Gary, Jackie, Doug and Shauna (Gannon Family)
Rick Quint
March 3, 2015
So long, Larry. And Joyce too. I met Larry when I worked up there and rode the Alcan with him a couple times. My condolences to the family.
March 2, 2015
So many memories flood my mind. With so many missed years my favorite memory was when our sister, Marleah had a reunion for us. Marleah realized we (Robin, Marleah, Melody, Butch, Larry) had never been together all at one time since we were children. We made a great memory!
JOHN 3:16 says" For God so loved the world He gave His One and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life."
I rejoice knowing that my brother is now with his LORD and SAVIOR, JESUS and I will see him again.
Peter and Melody Schweizer
Georgia
Liz Rhow
March 2, 2015
Finding a new normal. I don't know what to do with my late Sunday afternoons. Also Otto will miss mid-week's doggie daycare with you!
March 2, 2015
There was only one Larry Wegner, with that they broke the mold. Our condolences, John and Ginny Andrews, Zephyrhills, Fla..
March 1, 2015
A true and dear friend he was. He love to fish and tell jokes.. Rest in Pease my old Friend .. rip ...
Paul Babb .. Conroe,Texas
Cheryl Wegner
March 1, 2015
I love you and miss you. Glad you are my Dad.
March 1, 2015
Our sincere condolences for your loss. We knew Larry and Joyce in Fairbanks for many years. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless all of you.
James and Johni Meshell
Fairbanks, Alaska and Las Vegas, Nevada
March 1, 2015
Thank you for being an awesome Dad.
Larry /Maryja Andrews & family
March 1, 2015
A true friend & brother-inlaw who will be sadly missed for his wit & influence as father of a great family. We know Joyce & Louise are waiting for that old Larry to join the family reunion. God bless all.
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