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Larry Madrid Obituary
Lakeland - Larry D. Madrid, 60, passed away unexpectedly June 18, 2021 in Lakeland, Florida. He was born June 29, 1960 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He graduated from Colorado State University with a bachelor's in civil engineering and a master's in geotechnical engineering. He was President of Madrid CPWG, Inc. Larry was a professional engineer, an ASCE Fellow, a Diplomate of Geotechnical Engineering (D.GE) and a past president of the Bartow Chamber of Commerce.
Larry was a follower of Jesus Christ, and loved the Lord, his family, his church and his many friends and business colleagues. He was greatly respected in both the engineering field and the local business community. Larry was just as much an artist (music and photography) as an engineer. He served as the worship leader and choir director at Fellowship Baptist Church for over thirty years. He played guitar, wrote numerous songs and loved to sing, both for the Lord and at community events. His rendition of The Star Spangled Banner was awesome.
Larry is survived by his wife of almost forty years, Connie, sons Andrew (Chelsea), Phillip (Danae), Daniel (Kathryn), three grandchildren who were his delight, brothers Thomas Madrid (Christine), J.D. and sister Patricia Lambert (Edward), and many nieces and nephews.
There will be visiting with the family on June 25th from 7-9PM. The celebration of life will be 9:30AM on June 26th. Both are at Fellowship Baptist Church, 4625 Cleveland Heights Blvd., Lakeland.
One of the engineering projects that Larry was most proud of was the design-build of a soccer field at a Christian camp in Mexico. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to another camp that was close to his heart: Mount Zion Baptist Camp in Brazil. Visit www.bmm.org/give and designate your gift to Fund #6: Field Projects, Sub Fund: Brazil Mount Zion Baptist Camp.
Arrangements by Lakeland Funeral Home.
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Otto Reitnauer
June 20, 2023
Just today I was thinking of Larry and praying for his dear wife and children. Then I saw this memory page. Larry was a good friend, a good servant of Jesus Christ and a great husband and father. I am glad to have known him as my friend and I look forward to eternity together. Maranatha!
Bart Carlson
June 20, 2022
Dear Connie, I just saw the notice from CWPG of the anniversary of Larry's death. I'm so sorry to hear of his unexpected death a year ago. May the Father of Mercies continue to comfort your heart.
I knew Larry from high school and at CSU. He sang in my wedding (1982). I've followed him in his company and rejoiced as God blessed his labors. But especially, I have thanked God for Larry's faithfulness to Christ throughout the years. I will be praying for you. Your brother in Christ, Bart Carlson
Otto Reitnauer
June 30, 2021
Larry and Connie have been special friends and their oldest two sons were friends with ours while we were in Florida. Larry was always upbeat, smiling and showing the love of Jesus in every situation. My heart is broken for his family and we pray for each one of you. Love to all.
Bethany Russell
June 28, 2021
My heart is heavy hearing of Larry's passing. I worked with Larry on several projects over the course of 13 years and knew him to be a gentle spoken, brilliant and kind man. My deepest sympathy to his family and close friends at the loss of an upstanding, amazing man.
JIm and Lori Spoto
June 26, 2021
Please accept our condolences of Larry's home going! We truly appreciated our knowing him through the years. Know that we are praying for you all during this time! May the Lord's peace be with you all during this time. In Christ!
Willie Nabong
June 26, 2021
You will be forever remembered a great friend.
Martin Malyo
June 25, 2021
I met Larry about five years ago with a proposal for a greenfield renewable energy project in East Africa. From day one, Larry took leadership, his energy and enthusiasm were contagious as we navigated through unimaginable hurdles. Larry's commitment just made all things possible. On behalf of The Marathon Engineering Consortium and The Nacala Energy Project in Mozambique, we are sincerely thankful for the blessing of such a man as Larry Madrid. My hope is that we can be an extension of such a Legacy. Our heartfelt condolences to his wife Connie and the family, may God's Peace sustain you through this season.
Rhonda Sprague
June 23, 2021
I first met Larry at his wedding to my best friend Connie. I have watched from the sidelines as they had family and grew a business. So glad to have had opportunities to spend time with Connie and Larry over the years.
Connie; Andrew,Phillip, Danny and their wives- I am so sorry for your loss and so glad that one day we will all meet again in the presence of our Heavenly Father. Until then, I pray that you all have peace and comfort. Love You all
Richard Tedder
June 23, 2021
Connie and sons...I don't know what to say, and I was shocked by this news as I'm sure you are. I enjoyed singing duets with Larry and am very, very sad to learn that the Lord wanted to take him home so soon at this time. But God knows what He is doing even if I do not understand. I trust the Lord will help you and comfort you all at this time. I know this must be very difficult. I will be praying for you too and looking forward to singing duets again with Larry in glory!
Danny Kushmer
June 23, 2021
A friend I admired greatly. A Christian who wore his faith on his sleeve. I will forever be changed because of Larry´s steadfast commitment to integrity, honesty and faith.
Pat & Manny Abad
June 23, 2021
Our hearts are broken to hear about Larry. We know you both love the Lord and trust your lives to Him. We prayer the peace of God on you Connie and your entire family.
Bill Caulfield
June 23, 2021
I was sad to hear of Larry´s passing. My condolences and Prayers to his family. As a contractor in the Sinkhole Industry I had the pleasure and privilege of working with Larry on many of his sinkhole stabilization projects. He will be missed both professionally and personally.
Laurel Hall
June 23, 2021
I have known Larry for many years as a fellow geotechnical engineer. He will be sorely missed by those who knew him in all aspects of his personal and professional life. A great man gone too soon. My prayers for comfort to his family and those who will feel his absence in their worlds.
Robert and Renee Hedges
June 23, 2021
While we did not know Larry Madrid personally, we knew him through our acquaintance with his son Daniel. Daniel is an outstanding person who helped our son, Steve Hedges, open and operate Hedges Eye Care. Daniel is critically important to the successful operation of the business.
Daniel is an outstanding person and it takes outstanding people to create and make outstanding people. So, in a very significant way, we were blessed by Larry Madrid. Thanks Larry and enjoy Heaven.
David Grindley
June 23, 2021
Larry was a highly respected engineer, a pillar of the community, and a genuinely good man. I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of his passing. My thoughts are with his family and colleagues.
Craig Fuller
June 22, 2021
Larry has been a pillar in both the Engineering community and Polk County. He will be sorely missed and was loved by countless friends and colleagues.
Brent Damron
June 22, 2021
My heart aches for the whole family. Especially my son in law Phillip, who is married to my daughter Danae. My real hope is in Jesus and Larry exemplified that in the short time I got to spend with him.
Terri Lowery
June 22, 2021
Larry was a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed throughout the engineering community. My prayers go out to his family.
Rick Landini
June 22, 2021
Larry was a friend from Colorado State University. I´m grateful I was able to meet up with Larry a few years ago, sharing a meal with him and his family. He loved the Lord and I am sure he is with his Savior now. Prayers for Connie and his family
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