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Lawrence Dunwoody Obituary

Dunwoody, Lawrence "Larry" Father, Friend, Poet and Master Welder Died on Feb. 2, 2009. Preceded in death by loving wife, Donna; parents, Leonard and Jeanette; sisters, Shirley and Twylah; and son, Gary. He is survived by daughter, Carol (Greg Whittier); and son, Mark (Barb McGinnis); brothers, Duane (Lois), Jerry (Sonnely); sisters, Jeanie (Rock) and Leota; and many nieces and nephews. Larry will be deeply missed by all. He never knew any strangers, everyone who met him found him to be a gregarious and social man. If your life was touched by him, he was someone you wouldn't soon forget. A celebration of Larry's Life will be held at WULFF FUNERAL HOME, 1485 White Bear Ave. St. Paul on Friday, Feb. 6th 4-7pm, with Funeral Service Epworth Methodist Church 1965 Sherwood Ave. on Sat. Feb. 7th at 10am with luncheon immediately following. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to family. 651-776-1555



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Published by Pioneer Press on Feb. 5, 2009.

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Janis Evans

February 17, 2009

I am so sorry that I did not see that Larry had passed. I knew him through his visits to the Chiropractor many years ago. I have met up with Larry many times over the years and it was always as if we had just spoken a few days before. He always remembered me, and had many interesting thoughts to share! I will definitely miss running into him and seeing his big smile and heart felt "Hello"! My respect to his family and a final hug sent to Larry!

lisa barnard

February 7, 2009

mark-sorry to hear about your father.tim called drake to let us know.he was a very nice man.we would always enjoy the conversations and his company sitting in our garage.he would always come over to see what drake was up to.especially when he was working on cars. he's with your mom now and im sure very happy. our prayers are with you. your old neighbors drake and lisa and jerome and carol

Steve & Denise Nalipinski

February 7, 2009

So very sorry to hear about Larry. We'll miss seeing him in his big backyard. Always stopping at the fence to say hi to our dogs and taking time to talk. Looking over the fence won't be the same. May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.

Scott Hruska

February 7, 2009

I worked with Larry for over 20 years at the Onan Corp. We bowled in the Onan league together during those years. Larry was always a good man, a great Supervisor, back then a Foreman job title, and could always strike up a good conversation. There is one thing that Larry always did no matter what.....if anyone needed help, he was there for them. Along with the thousands of lawn mower blades he was always sharpening for employees, repairing motor props and whatever required his skill of welding. I always admired Larry for his words of advice and was truly a remarkable father figure for me.

Larry will be missed dearly, but never forgotten!

Thanks Larry for all the good times we had. God is with you.

Katie and Jake Wrich

February 6, 2009

Dear Family,
We moved into the green house across the street from Larry a year and a half ago. He was the first person in the neighborhood to stop by and say hello. Over the summer, we spent hours talking about his childhood in Nebraska, my jealousy of his tulips and his ability to make an amazing vulture out of scrap metal. He was a truly amazing man and will be greatly missed from Stillwater Way. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Don & Joanne Houghton

February 6, 2009

Larry was a fine guy and will be fondly remembered

Kim and Dan Thiede

February 6, 2009

Dear Carol and Greg -
Dan and I are so saddened to hear of the loss of your father. I've been thinking of you so much these past few days and praying that you find some comfort in knowing that your dad is now joined with his beautiful bride in heaven.

We love you and will see you soon.

Lindsay Coatney

February 6, 2009

Carol, I always enjoyed when your dad came into the shop when I was there. He was so much fun to talk to and even though I didn't see him very much he always remembered me. God bless you and your family. Lindsay

Gordy Gagnon

February 6, 2009

Mark, Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Gordy, Jane Nick & Andy Gagnon

Jayme Hansen

February 6, 2009

Thinking of you at this difficult time.

STANLEY KASAL

February 5, 2009

I SHARE YOUR SORROW--LARRY WAS A TOTAL GENTLEMAN AND A WONDERFUL MENTOR.

Amy Hunter

February 5, 2009

Carol and family-- You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I am very sorry for your loss. You know that Larry will always be with you and is now enjoying your life as he watches over you. Bless you.

Connie Hopke

February 5, 2009

Larry,
We will miss you and your "Pride and Joy"!
Connie

Maurizio and Gloria Tava

February 5, 2009

Carol and Mark

I am so saddened by the death of your father. He is who you say he is. He will be missed by many. As you will miss him, like your mom, take comfort in knowing they now are one again. I send you a big hug. Our deepest sympathy

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