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Lawrence Poole Obituary
POOLE,
Lawrence W.
(Age 62)
Larry W. Poole passed away after a brief illness on September 24, 2011. He graduated from John Rogers High School in 1967 and served in the US Army with the Signal Corp as a Communications Repair Specialist from 1968 to 1971. He served in Viet Nam and Thailand for one year.
Larry attended SCC for three years and received his electronic technician certification and later went on to get his associate degree. He worked at SFCC for 33 years as the Lead Media Maintenance Technician. Larry was very dedicated to his job, and was well-known and respected by many of his colleagues and will be greatly missed.
He was a loving husband, devoted parent and grandparent. He is survived by his wife, Sandy of nearly 40 years; son, Jeff (Ruth); daughter, Anna; parents, Walt and Grace; brother, Gene (Hua); sister, Gail (Don); niece, Tracy (Graham); nephews, Conner and Wei Tao, three grandchildren, and many cousins, aunts and uncles.
Larry loved spending time with family and friends, dancing with his wife, Sandy, and traveling. He loved the outdoors and many years were spent camping , backpacking, boating, hiking, and on his 4-wheeler. He especially loved the ocean, swimming pools and palm trees.
His genuine personality, easy-going manner, great smile, sense of humor and the kindness that he showed to all will be dearly missed, but will live on forever in the hearts of those of us who got to know him.
Memorial services will be held at Indian Trail Church, 9010 N. Indian Trail Rd., on Friday, October 14, 2011 at 2:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Hospice of Spokane. The family wishes to thank the Hospice House of Spokane for the compassionate, excellent care they gave to our loved one.
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Steve & Maria Forcier
September 29, 2021
Hard to believe it's been 10 years since we lost Larry. He and Sandy are together again. We will always remember Larry and still miss him. Took this photo of Larry and Sandy in Oct 2004 when they visited us in Albuquerque - on top of Sandia Peak at 10,000'.
October 25, 2011
The Washington State Veterans Cemetery extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Lawrence W. Poole for your loss, to honor his service to our country and our patriotic hero.
Lee Pointer
October 20, 2011
I spent most of my time at Rogers High around Larry in our Homeroom. I spent several summers bucking hay bales with Larry. A great "buddy" and friend he was always a pleasure to be around. Its hard to believe he is gone.
May God bless and give peace to his family and friends until we finally see him in heaven.
Carolyn, Tom & Scott Burk
October 14, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Sandy, Anna & Jeff. Larry was an incredible kind and loving husband and father. May God grant you all comfort and peace at this difficult time.
Mark Doerr
October 14, 2011
Larry was a great friend at SFCC. I loved his quiet sense of humor. One of my favorite memories is about Jerry Robinson's retirement party. I was pretending to be a tech and taking apart an old VCR. Didn't avoid the sharp pointy parts and noticed suddenly blood spurting out of my finger. This was in front of an audience Larry was suddenly beside me quietly wrapping a rag around my finger as if that was part of the act. He was very funny and as helpful as Larry always was. I cannot believe I won't see his smiling face again. Going to miss him a lot.
October 13, 2011
I graduated with Larry at John Rogers. I have many fond memories of our time in band with Mr. Foster. I also knew his sister Gail. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Marjorie (Schretenthaler) Jorgenson
Stanfield, OR
LuAnn Osso
October 13, 2011
Sandy, I remember all the fun times we had together in college, always hanging out at your house. (Larry always had to put up with us).
Larry truly has a beautiful soul; joyous, peaceful, and full of grace and love. I pray for you and your family during this time.
Chet & Arlene Smith
October 12, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. We have such great memories of your family together at softball games and our girls starting to school together. Always enjoyed Larry's wit and gentle heart. Much love and sympathy! Chet & Arlene
Ed & Gail Newman
October 11, 2011
We were so blessed to see you and Larry at the Weber/Vaughn retirement party in June at the Spokane House! Our hearts are with you, Sandy at this most difficult and sudden loss - we agree with others - Larry was such a gentle, quiet and caring soul! Gail and Ed Newman
Tom McLuen
October 10, 2011
I worked with Larry--or better, he worked with me--on all kinds of matters in my standard day history classes, but most especially as we video recorded my American history telecourse presentation/discussions. A gentler more accommodating and competent person I have never worked with. I can only imagine the loss felt by those of you closest to him, given the dismay I feel at learning only now of his sudden illness and passing. He is one of the finest human beings it has been my pleasure to know. Without having been there, I know you, his most loved ones, have a lifetime of wonderful memories to sustain you. You are so fortunate to have had him in your lives.
October 7, 2011
In memory of a great friend. I have worked with Larry for over 13 years at CCS. He was a great friend and fellow US Army veteran. We were both stationed at Fort Monmouth NJ and had many stories to share. It is people like Larry which makes this country great. I salute you and will miss you my friend.
Dan Burton
Central Services CCS
Roni Fox
October 6, 2011
While I never knew Larry more than through our numerous, though brief moments in my check-out line, he was always so kind, warm and never failed to have a bright smile on his face. He is missed and I am so sorry for your loss.
Ida Ovnicek
October 6, 2011
Dear Sandy and Family,
I only met Larry a few times, but knew, through my contact with Sandy, how much he was loved and how important his family was to him. God bless you during this very difficult time.
Jerri (Sinnott) Via
October 6, 2011
Sandy, A very kind and quiet soul. He will be missed by many. I remember high schools days and these memories will be with me forever. Remember to call me when you need support. Class of 1967 Rogers High School
Larry and his little buddy Shadow
Steve & Maria Forcier
October 5, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We were blessed to have Larry as a neighbor for 7 years. One of the kindest men we've known. Will always remember the fun Steve and Larry had hanging out at cruise nights in the '70 Cutlass. We will miss Larry always. Our deepest sympathy to the Poole family.
Pam Meyer
October 5, 2011
Larry was a gentleman, a scholar, a friend, a work companion, a brilliant mind, and mostly a man of huge heart and soul. I will miss him
October 5, 2011
Sandy, Larry will be miss. He was such a quiet but love to have fun. Always had a smile on is face. Always was there to help us in everyway. He was our friend that we loved. We will always remember the times we had as neighbors . That was about 35 years ago I believe. It has been so nice to able to have him and you as our friend.
May God be with you Jeff, and Anna to make you strong and live on the way Larry would wanted you to. Karen and Randy Jay
EJ and Arlene Grafmiller
October 5, 2011
Sandy,
Was very shocked to read the obit. Arlene and I will surely miss the aquantance and visits at dances. Very sorry for you - deepest sympathy.
Larry at SFCC Graduation, June 2011
Kari Collen
October 5, 2011
You were an inspiration to us all the way that you approached each day with dignity, grace and a smile on your face. You will be deeply missed. It was honor to have worked with you and to be able to call you my friend. I will miss you!
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