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BORN
1943
DIED
2021
Larry Smith Obituary
He was born on May 15, 1943 to Robert and Lois Smith in Seattle. As a child Larry lived with Roy and Dee Lynn for 4 years, who had a lifelong influence in his life. Larry married the love of his life Dolores Garcia on July 1, 1963.
Larry served 6 years in the Navy and then worked as a mechanic and heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, spending time with family and friends, and playing cribbage with his lifelong friend Frank Hall.
He was preceded in death by his parents, foster parents, infant son Larry Jr.; siblings Pat Baughman, Bud Smith and Robby Smith; and daughter in law Michelle Green.
Larry leaves to mourn, his wife of 58 years Dolores; sons Johnny, Paul (Tina), Jesse, Chuck (Kim) and Ray (Alicia). Grandchildren Daniel, Kory, Brandon, Jesse, Hunter, Parker, Lola and Emmy; great grandchildren Isaiah, Oliver and Jasper; Step father Baxter Lee Brown; Siblings Linda (Cliff) Stapp, Sharon Anderson, Kenny (Tina) Smith and Peggy (Larry) Stevenson; along with countless extended family members and friends.
A celebration of life will be held at the home of Larry and Dolores on Saturday, August 28, 2021. Open house potluck starting at 1pm for family and friends of Larry.
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Mary and Kit Carson
August 5, 2021
Our prayers go out to you and your family during this sad time in your lives. Love you
Sally-Jo and Ron Nardone
August 4, 2021
We are saddened to here of the passing of Larry , we just loved
Larry , I enjoy when he would come and get his hair cut , and the cousins gathering here at NardoLand, he will be greatly missed , prayers to all , Ron always talked about Larry and the times he spent with him growing up
God Bless
Ron and Sally-Jo
Jorge and Tina Esparza
August 3, 2021
We are so sorry for the loss of this wonderful guy. We were blessed with the opportunity to have met him and go hunting with larry his wife ,sons and close friends. Made us feel like part of the family. Beautiful. Memories we made those days. Rest in peace Larry we will all be getting together in heaven someday for a great camping / hunting trip. And to his wife and family may God wrap his arms around you all and comfort you as you grieve the loss of your loved one.
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