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Larry Church Obituary


LARRY CHURCH
November 13, 1946 ˜ January 6, 2019

Larry Church died on Sunday, January 6th, 2019, at the age of 72. He has left behind many fond memories. Family and friends gathered by his side in his final days. Larry graduated in 1965 from Ocosta High School in Westport, WA. He was part of the 1965 undefeated football team that is still talked about to this day.
Larry’s work history included employment with Ed Berray Painting Company, Clark County Fire District #5, and Public School Employees of WA.
After his retirement in 2009, Larry and his wife enjoyed traveling, supporting local high school sports, fishing and blackjack tournaments.
Larry is survived by his childhood sweetheart, Judi, wife of 53 years; children, Mark Church (Seattle) and Tanya Craft (Vancouver); his grandsons, Alex and Austin Craft, both of Vancouver, who brought him great joy; and two sisters, Sharon (Church) Godfrey and Judy (Church) Vincent, both of Grayland, WA. There are an abundance of brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews, which he loved spending time with. He will miss the oyster feeds, holiday parties and sports/political debates.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to be announced.
Please sign his guest book @ www.columbian.com/obits

Published by The Columbian on Jan. 13, 2019.
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He served for the Battle Ground School District number 119 Administration. Ensuring their proper stance above the Public School Employees while masquerading as a field representative. Good Times!

Casey Dotson

Coworker

December 17, 2020

What a great guy!! Larry Church was a gem and I am saddened to read of his passing!

Betty Sue Morris

January 21, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. God Bless.

Shirley and Dick Thur

January 18, 2019

Dear Judi and family,
We were so sorry to hear about Larry, we always looked forward to your Caliente Springs visit, he always added spark to things and he was a delightful person. Our best to you and your family.

Ray and Jan Lucky

January 18, 2019

To Judy and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you . We will miss our amazing friend and colleague Larry.

Sherrie Schreiner

January 16, 2019

I met Larry at GWLL, he was the best part of the fan section! Always kind and positive to each player on the field no matter the side. His love for kids and his grandkids was a joy to see. Sending love and positive thoughts to the entire family!

Jamie Blick

January 14, 2019

Larry was amazing person and great friend. I knew Larry through PSE, he was our Field Rep, and Manager for a while,He worked hard for all Public School Members and will be missed by many.
Larry start Organizing with Bruce.
Sorry for your loss Judy, Mark, Tonya, and grandsons who were the light of his life.

Geraldine

Geraldine Schut

January 14, 2019

Michelle Flint

January 14, 2019

I too remember Larry from or union days with very fond memories of his friendship and dedication to our members. Through thick and thin he was always there for us with a big smile and that great grin of his. He will be very missed.

Bobbi Passant

January 13, 2019

Celebration of life will be Saturday Feb 9th. 12-4, with a remembrance from 1-2. This will be held at the Barberton Grange in Vancouver

Tanya Craft

January 13, 2019

I worked with larry back in the late 70s early 80s when we painted for Ed Berray. Larry was a hard worker and I had lots of fun working with him. I didnt see much of him after we quit painting togeather but kept up through Ed Berray on how he was doing. Im very sorry for your loss.

Jerry (buzzy) Ellis

January 10, 2019

Larry was a good friend and former co-worker. We worked together for 9 years and my friendship with Larry and his family continued after that. He was the life of the party and his family was everything to him. My condolences to the family.
Prayers and love are extended to you and for you.

Indra Burcella

January 8, 2019

Larry was a friend for many years. We did lots of union things and I for one thing the reason Camas School District classified workers have such a solid contract is because Larry always had the workers s best interest when we would negotiate for the best contract. His rough exterior couvered a very empathetic interior. Larry,Im sure you and Bruce have already started putting your heads tonight to get heaven organized. Judy, I feel blessed to have had Larry for a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you,Mark and Tonya

Kathy Duley

Friend

January 7, 2019

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