Larry Allen Gochenour, 60, of Woodstock, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at his home.

A funeral service will be held Friday, January 12 at 1 p.m. at Valley Funeral Service in Bowmans Crossing. The Reverends George Bowers and Doug Gochenour will officiate. Burial will follow in Sunset View Memorial Gardens in Woodstock.

Larry was born October 4, 1957 in Shenandoah County, son of Marvene Dellinger Gochenour of Woodstock and the late Elwood Charles Gochenour.

He was a 1976 graduate of Central High School and a lifetime farmer and dairy operator.

He was a member of Mt. Zion Lutheran Church at Fairview, the Woodstock Moose Lodge, New Market Eagles and the Woodstock American Legion.

He is survived by his son, Nathan Allen Gochenour and wife Lori Kibler Gochenour of Woodstock; sister, Ellen Gochenour Franklin of Harrisonburg; two grandchildren, Blaine Allen Gochenour and Brecken Ann Gochenour, both at home; and friend, Candy Franks of Mt. Jackson.

The family will receive friends Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Larry loved his son and grandchildren. He was well known for his butchering and his love for his farm. He loved to dance and have a good time as he lived life to the fullest.

He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Online condolences may left at www.valleyfs.com

Arrangements are in the care of Heishman Funeral Home Inc., Valley Funeral Service Branch.

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Published by Northern Virginia Daily on Jan. 11, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Larry Gochenour

26 Entries

Virginia Mooney

January 23, 2018

Just learned of Larry's passing when I was at the moose last night. He was a great friend, always laughing and smiling. Loved to dance and have a great time. He will be missed. RIP Larry.

Tina Farrell

January 17, 2018

So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He will be missed by many.

John, Tessie, Will and Thomas Lam

January 13, 2018

May God bless the Gochenour family in this time of sorrow.

Jim Sherman

January 12, 2018

Larry was a good friend and neighbor. He would sometimes stop and talk when he saw me in the yard. I enjoyed those occasions immensely. He always brought a smile to my face. He will be greatly missed.

Jim Sherman

January 12, 2018

Larry was a good friend and neighbor. He would sometimes stop and talk when he saw me in the yard. He always brought a smile to my face. Wonderful memories. He will be greatly missed.

Eddie Sherman

January 12, 2018

Praying for the family! God is amazing!

Lisa Nelson

January 12, 2018

We are goin to miss you Gochenour... ❤ Lisa And Ashton

Jodi Jenkins

January 12, 2018

Was friends with Larry and his family for a long time...recall years ago, attending dances with him and he was always ready to dance. Larry always had a smile on his face and always free with a hug. He basically "told it like it was". My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to his Mom, Nathan and the rest of his family and friends. We will sure miss his laugh and smile.. RIP Larry

Larry and Bonnie Frye

January 12, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with Larry's family and friends thru this most difficult time.

Sheri & Dennis Vann

January 12, 2018

So Sorry to Hear Larry Has Passed Away My Prayers and Thoughts are With His Son And Grandkids and Family Your in my thoughts and prayers may God be with each of you.
Sheri (Burner) Vann

Amanda Shuck

January 11, 2018

I am so very sorry! Larry was such a great neighbor and friend to my Grandmother, Bulah. She's going to miss him and I will miss seeing him when I'm visiting. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Patsy Burgos

January 11, 2018

You were my dear friend and I will surely miss you.

Jason Dashielle

January 11, 2018

The Gochenour family is a integral part of the Shenandoah Valley. I knew a Gochenour young man back in the day. They all spoke highly of Larry. I know he in a better place; I just feel it.
Bless this family, Lord. I can vouch for the Gochenour, and Lord, bless Larry for eternity.Amen.
Jason Dashielle

Rachel Truban

January 11, 2018

Every single call I made with my father as a little girl (and even into this past summer), Mr. Gochenhour would pick and tease on my brother, Stephen, and I, and always put a smile on our faces. And after every single call we made, my dad had to remind us after we got into the truck, not repeat those certain "farmer" words that Mr. Gochenour used all too regularly. I will always remember Mr. Gochenour as the man who taught me valuable life lessons in cuss words, and the man who always made me smile. Mr. Gochenour was a great man, and he will be missed by the Truban family.

Sue Ann Wetzel

January 11, 2018

May God comfort your family during this difficult time. I will miss Larry, his "small" talks over the phone, coming into the office and joking around and at the Moose having a good time. He was a one of a kind person. He will definitely be missed by me and others who knew him. God Bless You!

Julie Burch

January 11, 2018

Thoughts and prayers for Larry's family and friends. Over the years he provided alot of good laughs and memories. I am sure he is laughing and dancing in the sky now.

Roger & Sharon Cook

January 11, 2018

The hole Larry leaves is huge. He helped us so many times on the farm. He was always looking on the bright side and laughing. When it didn't work out for a calf to survive he would tell us to let it go, nothing can be done now, it's over. We hope all of you can find great peace at this very difficult time.

Joey Davis

January 11, 2018

Prayers to Nathan and family and Candy. Go Rest High On That Mountain R.i.p ull be missed. Joey Davis

Tom & Lynda Estep

January 11, 2018

Thoughts and prayers to your family during this sad time. We will always remember the smile of his face and a friend to everyone.

joey davis

January 11, 2018

Prayers for Nathan and family sorry for your lost R.I.P. Larry

Pamela Hensley

January 11, 2018

Ellen and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Pam & Lake Hensley

Kenny Stroop

January 11, 2018

I'm very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was a super nice man and I know he will be missed by all. My prays to Candy and his family. God Bless.

Steve Sager

January 11, 2018

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

Tonya Ketterman

January 11, 2018

Thinking and praying for you all

Ashley Hausenfluck

January 10, 2018

I will always remember his infectious smile and laugh, and the many things around the farm he taught me, through out the years. He will be greatly missed my all. I'll be praying for his family and loved ones, during this difficult time.

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