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110 East 12th Street
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LARRY CLARENCE BARNHART
MAY 25, 1960 ˜ OCTOBER 21, 2019
Larry ˜ dad, brother and friend to so many ˜ passed away, in comfort, at Elaine and Don Heimbigner Hospice Care Center after a 17-month battle with GBM (glioblastoma brain cancer). He is welcomed into the BIG car lot in heaven by his parents, Norma June Barnhart and William “Bill” Clifton Barnhart.
Thank you to all who have crossed his path over his lifetime, especially those who have visited with and assisted Larry over these last few months...,oh those blue eyes!
Growing up on Hansen Lane in Woodland, WA, Larry enjoyed building model airplanes and blowing them up! He also enjoyed designing model train scenes, riding his bicycle and motorcycle and being a “kid” in a great neighborhood.
Larry’s a 1978 Woodland High School graduate and started his working career at Whimpy’s Restaurant. Once graduated, Larry cut fire trails, logged and worked on a dredge. He finally settled into a rewarding 36-year career at Kalama Export Company’s grain terminal where he recently retired.
Most often you could find Larry snacking on M&Ms or baking ginger snap cookies and giving them away to friends. Mowing the grass on his mountain brought him a great peace. For those who knew Larry, the hunt for a new car/Jeep/truck was his real passion; opportunities to not only see behind garage doors but more importantly to meet a new friend.
The coffee shops Larry frequented will be a little quieter. Please raise a cup and spread a little kindness in remembrance. He was a special person and will be missed by all.
Seth, his son, was his pride and joy. And in April the joy expanded when Seth and his wife Britney brought their daughter Saoirse into the world. Larry is survived by siblings, Carol (John) Crowe of Wauwatosa, WI, Keith (Donna) Barnhart of Woodinville, WA, Karen (Randy) Cassidy of Park City, UT and Eddie Barnhart of La Center, WA; nieces and nephews, Jessica, Korey, Sam, Peter and Tearie; great-nieces and nephews, Cameron, Christian, Hannah, Brody, Chloe, Sarah, Shayde and Colt.
A Celebration of Life will be held next summer in the Woodland area, however our family would appreciate it if you would “share a memory” on Larry’s Vancouver Funeral Chapel’s guest books at www.vancouverfuneralchapel.net and www.columbian.com/obits
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
I WILL ALWAYS KEEP YOU IN MY HEART, LARRY. GIVE YOUR
MOM A BIG HUG FOR ME AND ALSO A BIG HUG TO MY DON WHO FOLLOWED YOU HOME, AUNTIE
November 21, 2019
God called another beautiful angel home. But the memories he left us will last forever. Larry always has a kind smile and words or wisdom and I'm sure he is giving some of the angels an earful. Thinking of the family at this time with lots of prayers.
Rita Johnson
October 30, 2019
to a young man who I reminder from high school. class 1978. we all will never forget you. so sorry for the family loss. my you rust in peace. Darlene jenks-mcindoe
darlene jenks-mcindoe
October 29, 2019
Larry was a great guy with many friends, the community will miss him. Love and prayers to Larry's family during this difficult time. I'll always remember those beautiful blue eyes!
Michelle O'Flynn
October 29, 2019
I am so sorry to hear this, my Prayers and Sympathy for families and Friends. Linda Hiler-Geer Gods Peace to all.
Linda Hiler-Geer
October 29, 2019
The world just lost a one of a kind. One time in the early 80's Larry did me a solid and I've never forgot that, thanks man, until we meet again my friend.
Ken Wavra
October 29, 2019
Truly a great guy with a passion for cars and military Jeep's. I am glad that I knew him and worked with and around him these last 37 years.
Rob Jordan
October 29, 2019
Larry canary. What can I say? He was the most interesting brother-in-law to have. Always on the move. So sad to hear this news. Rest in peace, Larry.
Diane Ells
October 29, 2019
My family gave me love for cars but Larry gave me love for POWER. My senior year of HS Larry let me borrow his tubbed out Mustang GT. That car threw you back in the seat when you got on it. What was he thinking loaning me that whip!?!! Larry's generosity, love for cars, humor impacted me in so many ways. The world is a little quieter without him around. Blessings to your family as you mourn and may you find comfort in God's presence.
sean taylor
October 29, 2019
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