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Larry Ivory Obituary
He was born Oct. 27, 1939, in Noblesville to the late Emery R. (Jim) Ivory and Ethel M. (Cloe) Ivory. Larry was the loving husband of Edna J. (Rowsell) Ivory from Corner Brook, Newfoundland, Canada, with whom he shared 47 wonderful years of marriage, and she survives.
Mr. Ivory was educated in Noblesville and Brownstown. He graduated from Brownstown High School in 1958 and was also a graduate from Hesser College with an AAS degree in Business and Daniel Webster College with a BS degree in Business Management.
Having served in the Air Force for over 20 years, he lived in many areas of the United States and in other countries. He also received numerous awards, including the Air Force Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with four campaign clusters, and The Republic of Vietnam (RUA) Campaign Medal, to name a few.
After retiring from the USAF, Larry worked in the electronics industry as an electrical/mechanical technician. He worked for Sanders Lockheed Martin, Digital, Benchmark, and retired from Cirtronics Corporation of Milford, N.H., in 2007.
Mr. Ivory was a member of Bethany Covenant Church. He also supported and was a member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Mr. Ivory was an avid fan of the sports teams in New England. He also loved bass fishing and won many awards for different fishing competitions.
Other survivors include a daughter, Lisa Ivory of Merrimack, N.H.; a son, Larry (Carole) Ivory, Jr.; seven grandchildren, Tim, Ashley, and Amber Whitaker of Merrimack, N.H., and Amanda, Andrew, Sabrina, and Alexis Ivory all of Nashua, N.H.; a brother, Jerry Ivory; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, at Rivet Funeral Home and Crematorium, 425 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, N.H., with burial in Last Rest Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 until 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9.
Memorials may be designated to the Disabled American Veterans.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Ivory
Diann & Darwin Swanson
December 14, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Diann Swanson
December 14, 2011
Edna and Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Memories of our dear cousing will always be in our hearts.
Love and prayers to all of you today and always.
Diann and Darwin & family
Rose & Lorne Wheeler
December 13, 2011
Edna, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you now and always.
Rebecca Brister
December 13, 2011
Larry was such a wonderful person. I'm glad to have known him. He is the lucky one to be at home with Jesus.
Katella Dulmage
December 11, 2011
Memories of joy and love; support of family and friends; these I wish for you. Rest in Peace Larry.
June & Arthur Harrington
December 11, 2011
We are truly honored to have had the pleasure of meeting Larry. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you, Edna, and your family. I look forward to the day when we will see Larry once again in perfect health. God Bless.
Tracy Wyman
December 10, 2011
May God comfort you with His presence and His love as you mourn the loss of Larry, your beloved husband, father and grandfather.
Thomas & Diane Marinkov
December 9, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 9, 2011
OH AUNT EDNA I AM SO SADDENED TO HEAR ABOUT UNCLE LARRY. GOD BLESS HIM, AND MAY GOD HELP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THROUGH THIS TIME. OUR SINCERE SYMPATHIES FROM ALL OF BEVERLEY'S CHILDREN. LOVE ROSALIND ROWSELL (PENNEY)
Debbie Mullins
December 9, 2011
My sincere sympathy to Edna, Lisa, Larry and your family. It was such a joy to know Larry and to share in the special relationship he had with his dear wife, Edna. Your marriage was a blessing to me. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. God bless, Debbie
Neal and Julie Crossland
December 9, 2011
This stage of our eternal life is diminished by Larry's departure for the splendor and God's love beyond the door to Heaven. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his family, especially to Edna. May God's grace surround you and comfort you.
Nicole Castonguay
December 9, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Edna and the family. You were one of the sweetest people I will ever know Larry Bear. I love and miss you very much. "It's always 5 o'clock somewhere" in heaven. You're always in my heart. Xoxo
devon elizabeth venne
December 8, 2011
I love you Poppy and I miss you soo much. My thoughts and Prayers are with you nana, mom, ashley, amber, larry, carole, amanda, andrew,lexi,and sabrina
George & Sandie Crane
December 7, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Edna and the Family. May God look over you and keep Larry by His side. We will miss you deeply, cuz.
December 7, 2011
Larry was a great guy all around, warm hearted and funny. We were only co-workers but his loss saddens me. We ate many lunches together at work and solved many news paper puzzles, he always knew more than me of course. Miss you Larry. RIP
Chris L.
Ron L.
December 7, 2011
My deepest condolences to Larry's family, he will be missed dearly, but I smile when I think of Larry, my fishing buddy and pal, God bless
December 6, 2011
Me and my dad want to send our sympathy to the family we are very sorry for your loss. My dad (Bob Lefavor ) loved fishing with Larry and talking with him when he came to the barbershop.
Bob and Denise
The Staff of George R. Rivet Funeral Home
December 6, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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