Dr. Larry Edward Haag, D.Miss

Dr. Larry Edward Haag, D.Miss, 73, of Evington, passed away, Sunday, March 30, 2014, at his residence. He was the husband of Sharon Mundy Haag. Born September 28, 1940, in Holton, KS, he was the son of the late Torrence Edward Haag and the late Velma Smith Haag.

Larry was a teacher/missionary for the Association of Baptists for World Evangelism in Harrisburg, PA, having served in Brazil, Central/Eastern Europe and most recently missionary at large globally, and he was a member of Thomas Road Baptist Church. Larry was also an Eagle Scout and a member of the Order of the Arrow. He taught at Liberty University for 13 years in the School of Religion, and was on the pastoral staff at Thomas Road Baptist Church. Larry was also an avid hiker and a Rolling Thunder participant.

In addition to his wife, Larry is survived by his children, Merry H. Gregory (Tim) of Evington, Larry Paul Haag of Lynchburg, Danna H. Kistler (Randy) of Berne, IN, Jonathan E. Haag (Rhonda) of Evington and Stephen W. Haag (Lisa) of Williamsburg; three siblings, Dr. David Haag (Annette) of Indianapolis, IN, Rita H. Sinks (Tim) of Denver, CO and Saundra H. Hannibal (Bob) of Topeka, KS; fourteen grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be conducted, 1:00 p.m., Thursday, April 3, 2014, at Thomas Road Baptist Church-Pate Chapel with Dr. David Haag officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Baptist Church Cemetery on Two Church Lane in Forest, VA.

The family will receive friends, 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, April 2, 2014, at Whitten Timberlake Chapel and at other times at the residence.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mokahum Indian Ministries, c/o Oakhills Center for Indian Ministries, 1600 Oakhills Rd. SW, Bimidji, MN 56601.