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Larry Maupin Obituary
Feb 11, 1942 - Dec 15, 2009
Grand Island, NE. Passed away after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Survived by his wife, Judy (Bartzatt) Maupin; daughter, Cindy Maupin of Grand Island; daughter and son-in-law, Lisa Maupin and Robert Goldberg of Lincoln; brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth Maupin and AnneMarie Lewis of Spokane, WA; and brother-in-law, James Bartzatt of Lincoln. He is also survived by his grandsons, Noah and Leo Goldberg of Lincoln, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Larry was born in Kansas City, KS, to Dan W. and Ruth C. Maupin. He grew up in Lincoln and graduated from Lincoln Northeast High School in 1960, where he met Judy Bartzatt, his high school sweetheart. They were married for 46 years. He received a bachelor's degree in music education from Nebraska Wesleyan University in 1965, and a master's degree in music from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1969.
In 1965, Larry and Judy moved to Grand Island, where Larry was employed by the Grand Island public school system. For the next 38 years, he taught instrumental music in the elementary schools and directed the Senior High Orchestra. Larry joined the Hastings Symphony Orchestra as concertmaster in 1965. He was also first violinist of the Hastings Symphony String Quartet. He was a charter member of the Lincoln Youth Symphony, and a member of the Lincoln Symphony Orchestra from 1959 through 1970. In 1972, Larry founded the Nebraska Tri-City Youth Symphony, made up of the best young musicians in the area. The orchestra performed widely throughout the Midwest for 25 years before he stepped down in 1997. He was also instrumental in establishing a Public Radio Network for Nebraska, serving as the local chairman of fundraising and raised nearly $70,000 in the Grand Island/Hastings area. After retirement, Larry continued a long-standing avocation of driving a motor coach for Arrow Stage Lines. Over the course of more than 30 years, he drove buses to 48 states and 6 Canadian provinces, over 750,000 miles. He was also a member of the Great Plains chapter of the National Railroad Historical Society.
SERVICES 11am Saturday, December 19, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 5th and Elm, Grand Island. The Reverend Jay Vetter will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to Trinity United Methodist Church Building Fund or the Larry and Judy Maupin Orchestra Endowment within the Grand Island Education Foundation (123 South Webb Road, P.O. Box 4904, Grand Island, NE 68802). ALL FAITHS FUNERAL HOME
Grand Island, NE 308-398-2929
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Maupin
December 22, 2009
Larry Maupin, a great educator and a wonderful person.
You have my deepest sympathy in your lost.
Bob
GIHS 1969
Carmen (Arnold) Wilhelmi
December 21, 2009
My prayers are with the family. Mr Maupin was the best teacher I have ever had and he will be greatly missed.
Pat (Lundquist) Gibbs
December 21, 2009
Dear Judy and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I wouldn't have known, but Linda (Haggart) Lofgren passed his obituary on to me. I have so many great memories of playing in the GI High School orchestra and Tri-City Youth Symphony...packing into Larry's little Corvair like sardines, driving to Hastings and Kearney . He really knew his stuff, and he helped me learn to appreciate music even more. I know he will be greatly missed. Now he is at peace.
Michelle Kunze
December 19, 2009
When my oldest daughter (now a freshman in college) was a fifth grader trying out instruments, Mr Maupin told her "if she tried the violin it would be her dream instrument". He was so right and it has trickled down, I now have three daughters playing violins. He was a wonderful man and with the number of people he inspired, he will probably be remembered as long as Beethoven himself.
Marlin Palasek
December 19, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of Mr. Maupin's passing. He was an important part of my life for quite some time: it was my great privilege to play in the orchestra at Grand Island High School and the first years of the Tri-City Youth Symphony. His humor, his patience and his skill as a teacher and orchestral conductor have rarely been matched. While I came to GIHS with a love of music, he helped me broaden, deepen and refine that love to such a great extent, and I will always be grateful. Especially at this time of year, I fondly remember the orchestra's Christmas concerts; they were so much fun. Every time I hear Leroy Anderson's "A Christmas Festival", which was the big number on the concert, I get a tear in the eye; now, there will be another. My condolences to the family; Mr. Maupin will be fondly remembered and greatly missed.
December 19, 2009
My heartfelt sympathies to the Maupin family. I know Larry gave you a lot of joy just as he gave joy to so many others. My 3 children all enjoyed studying under Larry. He was a true leader and gave inspiration to so many.
Tom Beswick, Grand Island
Sam & Lynn Zeleski
December 18, 2009
A gentle breeze
fell still last night.
It’s warmth
no longer there.
Distant music
faded in the night
Carrying notes
of despair.
Our loss in his absence
settled into sadness
Memories carry the whole share
Quiet now
Listen for his music
Lynn Zeleski
December 18, 2009
Both my sons were students of Larry’s in high school. Both play in their city orchestras and one has the joy of following in Larry’s footsteps by teaching orchestra in public school. Larry’s support of their talent, his humor and love of music nurtured in them a priceless gift. Discovering Larry was a kindred spirit in peace and acceptance of others was a joy for me. I’ll always treasure his having the orchestra perform “Star Trek,” for me. Thank you, Larry.
December 18, 2009
To the Maupin family my sympathies. Mr. Maupin taught me to play the violin. He was a wonderful teacher.
John Roe
December 18, 2009
As I sat last night and listend to my son's orchestra concert, I couldn't help but reflect on the many wonderful memories of having been blessed by having Larry as my music teacher. He always had a smile, and taught me life lessons through music. He showed many parents that even football players "jocks" could do both sports and music. One of the shining bright spots for our mom was when her 7 boys could make it back for the Christmas holiday and play before school started at GISH.
You'll be missed my friend.
Alan Stanek
December 17, 2009
Larry was my Concertmaster during my years at Hastings College. He was one of the best music educators the state of Nebraska has ever had and I have many fond memories of him and his work in the Grand Island Public Schools. He will surely be missed and my thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family.
Alan Stanek, Emeritus Professor of Music and Chairman
Department of Music
Idaho State University
Lori Haun (Bunz)
December 17, 2009
Larry brought music to life for me as part of the GISH and the Tri-City Symphony. I will always remember the Village Inn Christmas breakfasts, the trips, and the many concerts. He was an outstanding educator and will be missed by all.
Douglas Carney
December 17, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the entire Maupin family. As a music student of his from 1972 until I graduated in 1980, Mr Maupin did not just teach me how to play the viola, but also how to read the music and feel the emotion of the piece from within, so that I could better express it with my playing.
He was a very kind, calming, temperate soul that had a unique whit that I expect came from his wordly travels. I shall miss him greatly, but the memories of watching him play his violin will always amaze and comfort me. I am so much a better person for having known him.
May you and your family take comfort in knowing that he gave fully of his talents to so many others and made them better from it. I am truely blessed for having been a part of his life. Thank you.
AnneMarie Lewis
December 17, 2009
Godspeed Larry... your fairly painless & peaceful passing was well deserved ~ as it was the way you lived. I will miss your consistency, your honesty and love - and especially your Maupin humor!! You have been a shining example of what a man can be - as a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, teacher, citizen and friend. This is the beautiful and precious legacy you leave behind...
Greg Berstler
December 17, 2009
Mr. Maupin taught me to be a persussionist, rather than just a drummer, and brought me a better understanding of a form of music, with orchestra, that I may have otherwise ignored. I appreciated his passion for music and as an educator. He will be missed my many generations. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I hope you find peace knowing he is in a better place enjoying incredible music.
Donelle
December 17, 2009
I knew Mr. Maupin as a wonderful conductor as I participated in the Tri-City Youth Symphony from 1986-1989 and also as the fun music loving bus driver when I attended Travel Camp the three summers of my high school years. What a wondefully talented man! I did not even know some of his amazing accomplishments and contributions. My sympathies to the family and my sincere gratitude for sharing him with so many people. I will remember him as a great teacher and man.
Roger Story
December 17, 2009
My most sincere condolences to the family. Larry helped make music an important part of my life back in high school and it's stayed with me even to today. I didn't get to see much of him after high school, but he is missed by me and many others.
Liz Platt
December 17, 2009
Remembering Mr.Maupin for many many years as my teacher from as long as i can remeber...From my elementary years almost all the way thru high school.. I will sadly miss all the great memories we have made together n all the laughs we had in class all those many many years.He was such a great man he brought joy to all of those who were around him.... Mr. Maupin and his whole family will deffenatly be in my thoughts and prayers.....
Audrey
December 17, 2009
Each time I listen to NPR, especially the Fridays by request, I say a quiet thanks to all the work Mr Maupin did to being Public Radio to rural Ne. Each time I would hear a request from "Larry in Grand Island", I would listen intently because I knew he would request something different and new to my limited world. Please know that he touched more people in more ways than can be expressed.
Matt Wells
December 17, 2009
As a previous student that has moved away from Central Nebraska, I would like to say that Larry Maupin was one of the best teachers I have ever had. He was also a pillar of Grand Island and he will be missed greatly.
Jessica Andersen Marks
December 17, 2009
My sympathies to Mr. Maupin's family and friends. He gave me the gift of music and hope when I needed it. I know he touched many lives, and he will be deeply missed.
Cindy Key
December 17, 2009
Lisa, you may not remember, but we used to volunteer at the ALA together in Omaha. So sorry to read of your father's death. I'll be thinking of you- especially as you go through the holiday season.
December 17, 2009
Judy - Our sympathies to you and your family. Larry will be missed. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time. We plan to be with you on Saturday. John & Rita Bartzatt
Dan Chambers
December 17, 2009
My sincerest sympathy to all of Larry's family and loved ones. He was such a kind friend when I was battling cancer 8 years ago, and called and came to see me when he was in Omaha. Larry was a great and true friend to me and countless others for over 25 years.
I was blessed to teach with him and see how talented he was. I will miss this wonderful person, teacher, musician, and friend.
Julie Janky(Scharphorn)
December 17, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the family. He was a one in a million teacher and made all of the years in orchestra some of my most memoriable times growing up. He will be greatly missed by many.
December 17, 2009
Our Deepest Sympathy on the Loss of Your Loved One.
Roger and Nancy Lee
Bella Vista, Arkansas
Mike Wadum
December 17, 2009
Lisa and family,
My sympathies.
Mary Solberg
December 17, 2009
Larry was an astounding teacher. He taught our daughter how to play the violin and opened up a world of culture and creativity to her and also to our family. As a fellow teacher, I watched him with wonder as he taught much more than music to hundreds of children. So many of us are grateful for the legacy he has given children, the community, and state of Nebraska. He will be missed. Our family prayers are with you all and know that you are greatly loved by many.
December 17, 2009
So sorry for the loss of a great educator.
Karen Lukas
December 17, 2009
It is hard to emagine that Larry Maupin has left this world
to enter his eternal heavenly home. I did my student teaching with him in 1972. He was an excellent mentor.
Karen Lukas
300 Pineywood Lane
Hershey, NE 69143
December 17, 2009
You have my deepest sympathy in your lost.
Gently, quietly our memories build a bridge over the sadness, across time and distance, connecting us, heart and soul, to the ones we love. May you be comforted by your beautiful memories and by the peace of God that excels all thought.
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