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1950

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2017

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Larry Vaughan Obituary

Larry Charles Vaughan passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at the age of 66 after his courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. Larry is survived by his beloved wife of 25 years, Angela "Angie" Jones Vaughan; daughters, Annie V. Biry (Stephane), Kelsi B. Schmitz (Gerard), Jodi Bernard (James); son, Eric M. Vaughan (Dixie); grandchildren, Sophia, Mason, Leah, Eliza, and William; sister, Donna V. Ryan (John); niece, Joy; and a host of other nieces, nephews, friends and relatives. Preceded in death by his parents, Edna V. Marshall Vaughan and Charles B. Vaughan of Caulfield, Missouri. Larry was born in St. Louis, Missouri, and he was a longtime resident of Metairie, Louisiana. He served in the United States Army and later worked for Roofing Products & Building Supply for over 22 years. The family wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to Dr. Gurtler and all caregivers. Friends and family are invited to attend a funeral service on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at 1 PM in the Chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd in New Orleans. Visitation will be held from 5-8PM on Friday evening and continue Saturday at 12 PM. Interment will follow at Lake Lawn Park. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Lazarex Cancer Foundation, PO Box 741, 50 Oak Court, Suite 200 in Danville, CA 94526. To view and sign the family guestbook please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Aug. 2 to Aug. 4, 2017.

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Raymond Twickler ,Jr.

August 15, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mandie Bazile

August 4, 2017

Eric, so very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Vanessa Revet

August 3, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear that Larry has left this world. Thank you Larry, for introducing me to Sam and Dave. My heart goes out to Anne Vaughan Biry and Eric Vaughan. My condolences to them and the rest of your family. May you forever rest in peace.

Donna Cummins

August 3, 2017

Angie, I'm so sorry to hear. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Fae Hamby

August 3, 2017

So glad that we were able to meet you and that you provided my daughter some wonderful memories on your family's vacation. You will not be forgotten, you will live on in our hearts and memories.

Penny Buras

August 3, 2017

You are all in our prayers. Such a strong man and such a tremendous battle.

Lori Cobb

August 2, 2017

Eric, Dixie and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all...Larry is in a happy place now and at peace...love you all, Lori

Sara Busby

August 2, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Larry was a wonderful man and though he is physically gone, his memory and love will live on.

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