"I was Larry's former Little League Coach in Melcher-Dallas. I send my condolences. I understand their is a Memorial fund. Please let me know how I can contribute."
In loving memory of
Larry Hunerdosse
December 12, 2009
Larry Dean Hunerdosse, 54, of Central City, died December 12, 2009 (on his father's birthday) at the Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy Hiawatha after a courageous 10 year battle with cancer.
Family will receive friends from 4 until 7 PM with a service at 7 PM on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at the St. Stephens Catholic Church 4700 Valley Farm Rd Central City, IA 52214.
On Wednesday family will receive friends from 12 until 1 PM with a service at 1 PM at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home 803 Garfield St. Melcher-Dallas, IA 50163.
In Lieu of Flowers, a memorial fund will be established in Larry's memory.
Larry was born September 11, 1955 in Des Moines, Iowa to Jesse W. and Evalee (Greene) Hunerdosse. He attended Melcher-Dallas Schools, graduating in 1974. He was active in sports: baseball, basketball, football, and track. He was also a member of the Melcher-Dallas concert, marching, and jazz bands, playing the alto trombone. He showed hogs at the Lucas County 4-H Fair and enjoyed playing fast-pitch softball with the Newbern team.
Larry married Tammy Dee Scheib Gress, Swisher in 1981 and was blessed with three children: Ariel, Rena, and Eli. Larry and Tammy were later divorced.
He attended Citadel Bible College in Ozark, Arkansas. He dedicated his life to God and was a member of the Newbern Community Church, Chariton Bible Church, and Gospel Light Baptist Church as he moved from one community to another. In each church he was very active in winning souls and leading young people.
He worked on the family farm and the Bob Greubel farm, the Chariton Sale Barn, Hy-Vee Warehouse, Johnson's Machine Works, Kenneth Ruch Plumbing Co., Pester Derby Gas Stations, Agency Truck Co., Nelson's Cabinet Shop, and a self employed carpenter. He was a good carpenter; skilled in construction, electricity, and plumbing.
Larry coached Junior High Baseball, Basketball, and Football; and assisted in High School Football at Central City for many years. He loved sports and enjoyed being competitive; playing beanbag toss, horseshoes, and golf with his family.
Larry enjoyed time with family: bonfires in the back yard or watching NASCAR cheering for Tony Stewart and Jimmy Johnson. He helped Lou Ann with PTO, Post Prom, school activities, building sets for plays, 4-H, and Boy Scouts.
He is survived by his children: Ariel (Justin) Bartling of Marion, Rena (Ryan) Cozak of Festus, MO, and Eli (Maggie) Hunerdosse of Marion; his special friend and significant other Lou Ann Phillips of Central City; her children: Ryan (Marissa Nie) Phillips and Brad Phillips all of Central City; grandchildren: Ethan Bartling, Kinnick Bartling, and Bella Mae Hunerdosse; his mother Evalee Hunerdosse of Newton; and siblings: Etha (Ron) Carson and Jack Hunerdosse all of Newton; 5 nieces and nephews and numerous cousins. He will be greatly missed by all his family, friends, and students that he coached.
Tributes
"To Larry's family, We know it is hard to let them go but Larry will never have to go through hard times again. Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Larry taught us in the Newbern Church for Sunday School. Your family has to be proud of that since he wasn't that old himself. Treasure the memories always. Just want you to know we are thinking of you. Lori (Greubel) Luedtke"
"Evalee and family, I'm sorry for your loss of Larry. We're never ready to lose those we love. I wish Bob and I could have been there for the services. Bob doesn't know about Larry yet. Kristi brought me a folder. Everyone said the service was beautiful. A flood of memories come to mind when something like this happens. Bob will like the fact that it was mentioned about Larry working for him on the farm. If I remember right I think Larry was ring bearer at Roberta's wedding. Every time I go in the Newbern church I think about all the places we had various S.S. classes. It was so simple then. I can see Jesse ringing the bell to tell us that S.S. was over. We cherish those memories. Larry has been such an inspiration as a christian all his life. You have much to be proud of. What a legacy to leave with loved ones. God Bless your family, Colene and Bob Greubel "
"Ariel, Rena, and Eli, your family has always been special to us. We've known each other for a long time and seen each other grow up. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. It is never easy. Your father was a great guy who was always willing to do anything for anyone. He was always great to be around. He was a good Christian man who led by example. There's no doubt he is enjoying Heaven! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Abodeely's "
"I am so sorry to hear of the death of your loved one. My heart and prayers goes out to his family. I remember him when he was a small kid living at home. He came from a wonderful family. "
"I am so sorry to hear of the death of your loved one. My heart and prayers goes out to the family. I remember Larry as a small child and he comes from a wonderful family."
"Larry was a couple of years behind me in high school..So sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his entire family."
"I am very sorry to hear of Larry's passing! I hope you can find comfort in the memory of a wonderful man who obviously touched and impacted others and in the peace he now knows!"
"Dear Ariel, Rena, and Eli, we are so very sorry for your loss, but we are rejoicing with you that your dad is in heaven and no longer suffering. He would never want to come back and is waiting for each of you! Your dad was a great guy, one of the nicest people we have ever known, and always a friend. We are praying for all of you that the Lord will give the strenth and comfort that you need at this time. In Christian love, Dan and Deb Smith"
"So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Take comfort in knowing that he is now free of pain in Heaven. "
"Evalee, Etha Kay, Jack, and families, My deepest sympathy to all of you and your families at this difficult time. Even though we are all thankful Larry doesn't have to suffer anymore and he is rejoicing with our Lord, it is still hard to let him go. I have many fun memories growing up as neighbors, riding the school bus, and all the fun Sunday school classes we attended at Newbern. Take care and know you are in my thoughts and prayers."
"I want to tell all of you how sorry I am to hear of Larry's passing. He was such a sweet heart and one of the most faithful christians I have ever know. He was a worker for the Lord and now he has been called home. Someday we will all get to see him again and that is a wonderful thing to be able to hold on to. You were blessed to have had a father like him. Ariel, Rena and Eli -Larry will greatly missed by all who knew him."
"Our condolences to Larry's family. It was good to see Larry at the class reunion last summer. But my favorite memories of Larry will always be of high school and what a good friend and teammate he always was. Our prayers are with you."
"I am sorry to hear about Larry. I always enjoyed talking with him when I saw him at school, and he usually brought a smile to my face. He was certainly one of those people that made the world a better place."
"Dear Hunerdosse and Phillips families, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Many have been blessed to have Larry part of their lives. He will be truly missed. Sara Lehr "
"We are very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers."
"Ken and I will really miss Larry at our family reunions. We felt privileged to see him at my mother's memorial service in Aug. 2008. Even though he was not feeling well, and went through so much suffering, he had an amazing attitude. That comfort comes only from a loving God who carries us through even the darkest days. We know where Larry is now, and that gives us all comfort. That doesn't mean that grieving doesn't take place, IT DOES. We will all miss him and of course especially those closest to him. All our love to Evalee and the family, Ken & Carolyn Kemp (Larry's Cousin)"
"I knew Larry briefly; mostly associated with Troop 44 Boy Scouts. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. We will greatly miss his support. More so, we will miss his mentorship for the boys in our Troop. He was a hard worker and we will remember him that way. He was easy to talk to and so pleasant to be around. He was just an all-American nice guy. I will remember him as an incredibly brave man. He faced death with an incredible amount of dignity and grace. The Central City community lost a gem of a soul; and at the same time can feel lucky to have him be a part of our lives."
"Our condolences to all of Larry's family. When I heard the news I started thinking of all the memories that I have of Larry as a neighbor growing up, working for dad, playing ball at Newbern, going to church at Newbern, and riding the bus to school, just to name a few. He was a wonderful role model and I hold all of these memories dear to my heart. I hope just knowing Larry is in the most wonderful place now and not suffering anymore will make the loss more bearable. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers."
"I will greatly miss my cousin, Larry. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you who love him and will miss him, especially Evalee, Jack, Etha, Larry's kids and grandchildren, Lou Ann and her kids. With being unable to attend the visitation(s), I have spent much of my day today remembering many wonderful times spent with Larry and the rest of our family: some of the times more current, like the reunions and some of the times remembered were from way back when we went to Grandma and Grandpa Hunerdosse's. We were all so young then and me so SHY! He had a way of getting this shy and hanging back- awkward cousin to get into the fun of things with the rest of the boisterous bunch! I had a few times of glossy eyes and some escaping tears today but much more times of smiles of happy and touching remembered times. Though he will be missed by all of us, I'm glad he won't hurt anymore and am even gladder that he is in his heavenly home and is waiting for us there. I send you all my love. "
"Please know I hold all of you in my thoughts and prayers. May God's peace and comfort be yours now and in the days to come. Blessings, Mary Taylor"
"On behalf of the Central City Students, I want to send my condelences and let you know that we are all thinking of you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Karl Kurt Central City Schools"
"Our deepest sympathy to your family at this difficult time. Love and Prayers, Ben and Marge Holub & Family"
"I was so sorry to hear of larry's death. He was a wonderful guy. My thoughts and prayer go out to his friends and family at this difficult time. "
"So sorry for your loss. I only knew Larry a short time but felt blessed to have had that. He was a wonderful spirit and will be missed especially on the sidelines of the Wildcats games."
"Evalee, and all Larry's family Our prayers go up for you at this time. May God give you courage and peace. "
"I am so sorry for you loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Lou Ann and Larry's family. He was a good man and will be missed. "
"So sorry to hear of your loss. We send our thought and pray to the whole family. "