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1939
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2021
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Lawrence AMELSE Obituary
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CARL VANDER SANDEN
September 3, 2021
Sorry for your loss. We probably only met once at VS reunion in Little Chute, WI. I'm the youngest of Martin Vander Sanden's children (Brother to Marie VS AMelse). May Larry rest in peace.
Mrs. Annette Gauthier
September 3, 2021
Peace to you cousin. You will be with our Dutch ancestors who immigrated in the 1880s. Prayers for your family. Annette Gauthier
Ken M.
August 14, 2021
I knew several of the Amelse children through HS. Sorry for your loss. Peace to all of Mr. Amelse family and friends.
Dave Corniea
August 11, 2021
I´m sorry that I´m finding out about this a week late , but my condolences to the entire Amelse family. Mr. Amelse was a spectacular guy. he was nothing but kind to
Me my entire life. I will picture him snapping that rubber band in later life while he was quitting smoking forever. Lol
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Gus Gudmunson
August 5, 2021
Ginny and Family.... We grieve for Larry's loss, all of us, I think, because he was the ultimate friend, flying mate, husband, father and grandfather. Karol and I remember him with great fondness. He will be gladly welcomed and do well in heaven, with our Father. God will Bless You, Larry, forever. We, on earth, will remember you, always.
Nathan Dehne and Family
August 5, 2021
Our deepest sympathies to the entire Amelse family on Larry's passing. While I did not know Larry, I have got to know Tony well working with him at CSB/SJU, and he is a wonderful man who I'm sure is a direct reflection of how great of a man Larry was. God's peace and comfort to you all.
Dan & Lori Polhamus
August 4, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was such a kind soul. Hugs to the family during this tough time. Golden wings to the pilot!
Karen McDonald
August 4, 2021
Ginny and family. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Larry. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May our loving Father in heaven comfort you as you say good bye. I wish I could be at the funeral. God Bless you all and give you peace.
Your fellow pilgrim,
Karen McDonald
capt paul Engel&Billie sue
August 4, 2021
It was my pleasure to have known Larry in preflite and in Minnesota since we moved here.He was a gentleman an nice guy. he will be missed by all who new him.
Colleen Collette
August 4, 2021
I am sorry to for your loss. May God spread his wings of comfort around you during this time. I trust you have many wonderful memories to help heal the pain of this loss.
The Gallaghers
August 3, 2021
He was a special man, as seen in the wonderful family he raised, may God hold you all close and give you His peace, our prayers are with you all.
Jim & Peggy Walsh
August 3, 2021
We are stunned to hear of the passing of yet another of our group of Marine and Naval brothers. It is not unexpected as our ranks continue to thin, but still difficult to accept. Our thoughts are with Ginny and all of Larry's family as they are the ones who will miss his everyday presence. We all however share in their grief -
Semper Fi my friend !
Paul Lesch
August 3, 2021
Never leave a wing man behind! I worked for NWA from 1992-2007. I was there in 1999 to see him guide that DC 10 in. Flying non rev back in those days was flying blind. You didn't make the flight, you were running to the pay phone just to get rolled over. One of the stories Steve told me. Larry's DC 10 wasn't full! We were the on time airline. That DC 10 wasn't moving until every non rev, every employee was on! Never leave your wingman, never leave anyone behind! One of the greatest stories in NWA history!
Edward Peklo, SVD
August 3, 2021
Condolences to all of Larry's family, loved ones and friends, from Divine Word Missionaries, East Troy, WI.
Tom &Colleen MacDonald
August 3, 2021
Ginny, so sorry to hear. What a great Christian man - an example for us all. God rest his soul.
June Cunningham
August 3, 2021
So sorry for your loss. He seems like a gentle, kind and caring man. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Renee MacDonald
August 2, 2021
Our sympathies to Ginny and family. Larry was the kindest gentleman. May he rest in eternal peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tim & Jerrie Murphy
August 2, 2021
Sending our deepest sympathy to you, Ginny, and your family. Thinking of you and remembering our annual brat fest together with both of you and Fran and Maureen in Sarasota every year. So many great memories beginning with Medjugorje. It was there that Ginny and I discovered we were both nurses and endured a year apart from our husbands while they served in Vietnam. Tim enjoyed learning that Larry was a pilot so they could "talk pilot" together. We laughed together and prayed together including a visit to the LaCrosse Shrine and, sadly, funerals in Minnesota. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Larry is now soaring the clouds of heaven. We are certain he and Fran are having some very lively discussions. May you find peace in your loving memories. It has been an honor to know you both.
Meredith Badenoch (Gross)
August 2, 2021
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband, Mrs. Amelse, and of your dad, Tony, and siblings. I have always admired the closeness and strength of your family while growing up in IGH as a classmate of Tony's.
Warmest personal regards,
Meredith Badenoch (f/k/a Gross)
Sam Mehle
August 2, 2021
My prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Larry was a wonderful friend and neighbor, we had many great times together.
Kal A. Bedford
August 2, 2021
May God Bless Larry and the entire Amelse family. Thankful for his service to our country and the example he set for his family. Blue Skys.
Cindy Gehlsen
August 2, 2021
Oh my gosh. Ginny and I sang in the choir for many years together on Sundays. Then I'd have a discussion with Larry about yep, The Packers and who was going to win or lose that day. I'm here if you need ANYTHING GINNY and I'll be thinking of you Larry every time I watch the Packers, OK maybe I will watch them. I will miss taking care of you at Outback as well. Rest with God my friend.
Joni Selden
August 2, 2021
My heart breaks for you, Ginny and for all of your family!
I'm so happy I got to see him on Friday! Hugs to you all!
Tom and Ruth King
August 2, 2021
Our condolences and prayers to the Amelse family on the passing of Larry. We knew him and Ginny from our former St. Michael's parish. Larry had a smile for the many who greeted him after Mass. RIP to a fine man.
Cheri Hillsdale & David Schwandt
August 2, 2021
Phil, (Cari, and Izzy), we're so sorry to learn of your dad's passing. Our sympathy extends to your entire family. Please know you are in our prayers. May God grant you comfort in your memories and each other at this difficult time. Larry must have been quite an impressive man. Grateful for his service to our country.
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