My next door friend . We glued models together,  played woofle ball home run derby, rode bikes across town all day, Larry always took me in the yellow corvair sport to the A&W and riding up and 8th street, go swimming at Big Hill together,  summer 10 cent movies at Tal's, Larry learned the guitar in a week self taught. Went to take lessons and teacher said he couldn't teach anything not already doing, so many things! I miss you old friend. Larry's traits I see in his family.  So I know he's still here. Brenda was the perfect wife to make his life complete . Larry enjoyed his life. God's blessing on his family and all relatives.

Dear Brenda, Jason and family and Sherise my deepest heartfelt condolences at the death of your wonderful husband Larry and your wonderful father Larry. I remember Larry as a wonderful, kind, generous man who holds a very special place in my heart as all of you do. I wish I could be with you my prayer is that the love your husband and father had for all of you continues to strengthen your days ahead and control you with the knowledge Larry without a doubt, enjoying the blessings the Easter blessings in heaven, being embraced by his loving God and his redeemer Jesus

Larry was my only “boy” cousin. He was older than I was and I thought he hung the moon. 
He was full of all sorts of fun and ideas that sometimes got us into trouble. He took me to Roman Point on his bicycle, to find fossils. He let me in his room to listen to “Wipe Out” on his stereo. I can still hear the tune. I thought he was so cool! He let me tag along and join in the outdoor neighborhood games with his friends. We played marbles. Instead of shooting them out of a circle, which was too hard for me, he let me “win” his marbles by just rolling mine into his. I still have most of the marbles I “won” from him. 
I loved his dry sense of humor. After receiving his sister’s kidney he told me the main difference he was feeling was a new desire to listen to musicals. His sister loved them. He took pictures at family gatherings and sent them to us after the fact. It was so insightful collaborating on a project together about his father, my Uncle Dewey’s life.  
Larry was a sensitive, intelligent and kind man. A hero from my childhood and a stable connection to family as an adult. 
My condolences to Brenda and the family. He was a wonderful man. He will truly be missed.

I have so many fond memories of Uncle Larry starting from 40 years ago when Aunt Brenda talked about him all the time, because he was her boss at Kmart. At first, it was always about how tough he was to work with then suddenly, they were dating! We met him soon after. He was super cool to us kids and we knew exactly why she loved him so much. He not only knew magic tricks, he also collected coins, and cameras, which was amazing. The best part about him was how he always answered all of our questions with a gentle voice and a smile.  He played family slide shows and home videos often, of his growing up and of his own family while they were far from us so we were able to see the fun things they were doing. The Gearhart family is very different to the family we knew, always a bit of chaos in ours but I could tell he grew up surrounded with peace, gentleness, and patience.  He and Aunt Brenda managed to raise brilliant children with those same traits.  I dreamt my Uncle Jesse driving a massive beautiful convertible with maybe 9 rows of bench seats. He had all my family that had passed away with him, there was Tata, grandma and everyone else. It was like a red carpet event and he was waving happily saying hello. I imagine now he has collected Uncle Larry to join the ride.  I wish I could be there to see your final home movie and give you one more hug but instead I will cherish the last time I saw you in the hospital, with your gentle smile and your funny jokes. I love you so much! May your wonderful memories bring peace to Aunt Brenda, Jason, Marla, Sherice, and those beautiful grand babies. 
With my deepest sympathy, Lanie & Fred Vervaet

To honor a good friend.
We were classmates and college roommates, we worked together and played together, We liked working on cars and we loved to drive.  After High School graduation we traveled across all the western states.  He was a great traveling and camping buddy. Dear friend you have been taken from us in this world, but the memories you have made for all of us will remain! 
Good Friend, David Christy
Bless are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4

Tim & I are so sorry for your loss. We loved Larry and considered him the “family photographer.” We loved his smile and gentle spirit. He was a man of strong character. May you be surrounded by wonderful memories, and may those memories, bring  some peace and comfort.

Uncle Larry you were a loving uncle to all of your nieces and nephews. We were blessed to have you in our lives. I’m glad this year I got to tell you how much you and Aunt Brenda touched my life in a positive way. It’s never to late to say thank you. God bless you ❤️

OBITUARY

Larry Wayne Gearhart

November 12, 1951 – April 9, 2024

Sunset North Funeral Home

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