In loving memory of

Larry Lee Stinehart
August 14, 1939 - October 4, 2012

Larry Lee Stinehart, the ninth child of Gladys (Morgan) and Roland Stinehart was born in Montgomery, Iowa , on August 14, 1939. He passed away at Lakes Regional Healthcare in Spirit Lake, on October 4, 2012, at the age of 73 years and one month.
Larry received his early education in the Montgomery Public School and most of his employment years was spent in the construction business being a pipe layer in Iowa and later in Arizona, as a supervisor .
Larry was a confirmed member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Estherville, Iowa, which he attended with his wife and children.
He enjoyed watching Nascar Races with his favorite driver being Jeff Gordon. He also enjoyed watching the Pittsburg Steelers football team. In later years, he enjoyed horse racing, sharing this love of horse racing with his brother.
Larry took early retirement due to a disability and in 1995, he returned to live in Iowa from Arizona. He continued to live in Spirit Lake, until the time of his death.
Larry is survived by his daughters, Kim Ellis (Bill) of Wallingford, Iowa, and Bobbie Jo Wood of Arkansas; and sons, Randy Stinehart of Pennsylvania; Lonnie Behrends, Spirit Lake; Rondy Behrends, North Carolina and Todd Behrends, Washington; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; two sisters, Patricia(Walt) Schaffner, California and Gloria Riedemann, Hartley; three brothers, Bill of Jacksonville, Everett (Peggy) of Wisconsin and Vern (Bev) Stinehart of Spencer, Iowa; and special friend, Lavone Summers, Estherville, Iowa.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Iza; and two brothers, James and Arthur.
There will be no formal services held for Larry.
The Schuchert Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Tributes

Dallas Gardner wrote on Oct 13, 2012:

"I lived in Montgomery with Larry. We spent many happy times together. He was my best friend while I lived in Iowa. We kind of drifted apart after I moved away. I will always remember the good times we all had as kids. My thoughts are with the entire family. "

The Randy Stinehart family wrote on Oct 8, 2012:

"We love you very much and we will see you again one day. Our hearts go out to everyone who has been there for you through out the past years. were sorry we didnt get to spend more time with you. RIP dad, grandpa & great grandpa."

Shari Rutherford wrote on Oct 7, 2012:

"Condolenses go out to the family and especially Lavone. They have been together for a very long time and it's got to be very hard for her and her family. God Bless!"

Charlotte Bibow Thoma wrote on Oct 7, 2012:

"I went to school with Larry in Montgomery also remember time spent swimming with the Montgomery bunch at Triboji Beach"

Sandra Ohlson Nelson wrote on Oct 5, 2012:

"Sending my sympathy to all of the family. I went to Montgomery school with Isa and the others. Also skated at the Dreamland, so I do remember all of you. I live in Florida now, but drive through Montgomery four years ago. "

Evy Billings wrote on Oct 5, 2012:

"I won't get to talk to you but here is a little something that's quite interesting to me about Larry. I forgot he was born on my Mom's birthday but now he has passed on my grandson Alex's birthday and your mom gave me my baby book which I have given to Kim. May God Bless each of you, my love. Evy"

Evalyine ( Evy ) Billings wrote on Oct 5, 2012:

"My heart goes out to you Kim for many reasons. I have lots and lots of memories of growing up with Larry as our neighbor, in Montgomery, he spent lots of time at our house, as a child. After Larry moved to California, whenever he came home for vacation, he always made it a point to stop and visit my parents. Larry always had a smile and was joking about something. I remember the last time I seen him, Pat and Isa were back and we had so much fun talking and laughing about ole times growing up in Montgomery. Gloria, Pat, LaVern and Bill my heart goes out to you also, you've always been there for our family through all the accidents and sorrows. The reason I may not be there for Larrys visition or services is because I'll be in Southeast Iowa working, but my heart will be there with you. Much love and sympath. Evalyine ( Evy- named by Isa - which Isa called me - to make my Mom come unglued! ) ( Hilliard ) Billings "