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Larry Durkee
1948 - 2025
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1948
DIED
2025
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Larry Durkee Obituary
He was born Dec. 20, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Clarence and Dorothy (Goodman) Durkee. On Sept. 11, 1971, he married, Margorie I. Durkee, who preceded him in death on July 8, 2025.
Larry is survived by his son, Mike (Dixie) Durkee of St. Marys; three grandsons, Jason (Krystal) Durkee of Spencerville, Andrew (Meg Fillinger) Durkee of El Paso, Texas, and Nick (Megan) Durkee of Fairborn; and four great-grandchildren: Liam, Lilly, Lane, and Levi. He is also survived by his sister, Beverly (Rex) Roby of Huntington, West Virginia, along with a niece and nephew.
A 1967 graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School, Larry dedicated 29 years of service to the Ohio Department of Transportation, later continuing his commitment to public service as the village administrator for New Bremen for five years. He was one of the original founders of the St. Marys Township Fire Department, proudly serving as fire chief for over 20 years. His leadership and passion for community safety also played a key role in helping establish the Greenville Township Fire Department in Greenville, Ohio.
Larry was a member of Wayne Street Church in St. Marys and an active participant in the Ohio Good Sams Camping Club and the Moon Walkers Chapter #68. Larry and Marge shared countless joyful adventures RVing together, creating memories they treasured dearly. Known for his sense of humor and friendly nature, Larry brought laughter and light to everyone around him.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Cisco Funeral Home in St. Marys, located at 1175 E. Greenville Rd, with Pastor Tim Benjamin officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to Noon prior to the service. In honor of Larry, guests are kindly encouraged to dress casually.
Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens in St. Marys.
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Marys Township Fire Department.
Cisco Funeral Homes of Celina & St. Marys are honored to serve Larry and his family. To share memories or offer condolences, please visit the Cisco Funeral Home website or Facebook page.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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