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Lawrence (Larry) Emmett Earwood, born September 3, 1944 in Dayton, Ohio, passed away August 13, 2017. (73 years old today). He is survived by his wife, Ellen Evans Earwood, married 51 years. He is survived by two sons, Lawrence Edmond (Michele) and Lance Emmett (Jennifer). He had three step-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence Eugene and Bessie, and a sister, Clara Jean Kellar. He has two brothers, Kenneth and David (Joyce) and his sister, Deborah Pelfrey (Richard). Larry was a jet mechanic in the US Navy from 1964 – 1968 and was aboard the USS Forrestal when it caught fire; he was also in the Reserves for ten years. He retired from Central Transport and was active in Teamsters Union, Local 957. His hobbies were fishing, barbequing, the computer, playing cards and Krogering. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He was a Florida snow bird for nine years. He was a lifetime member of VFW 2800. The family would like to thank Hospice of Dayton and the VA Hospice for the excellent care given to Larry. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice of Dayton and/or the VA Hospice. A memorial service will be held on September 3, 2017 at 3:00 pm at the Tobias Funeral Home Beavercreek Chapel, 3970 Dayton Xenia Rd. Beavercreek, OH 45432. Friends may call on the family from 1-3 PM on Sunday. Condolences for the family can be made at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
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September 3, 2017
Vincent Earwood
Proud to be a nephew of Uncle Larry, the 'Chief'
Hold down the fort up there.
September 2, 2017
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Nancy Evans
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
August 29, 2017
Gene Glum
Sorry to learn of the passing of our Gladiator shipmate. Prayers and condolences to family.
August 29, 2017
Larry attended several of our VA-106/VF62 Navy Gladiator Reunions. We are grateful for his service to America, honored to call him a shipmate. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
Monte Toon
Commanding Officer
Navy Gladiator Reunion Group
August 28, 2017
So sorry for your loss, will keep you in our prayers. Jack and Diane Estridge.
August 28, 2017
Walter Hulse
Vary sorry to hear this news. I served with Larry in VA-106. He was a fun guy to be with. Condolences to Ellen and the rest of the family. We lost a good friend.
August 28, 2017
Carol Ghearing
To Ellen and Larry & Michelle and Lance & Jennifer. We have not know you well but know that you are wonderful people. So sorry for your loss. Thank you for being good grandparents to our grandchildren. Len & Carol Ghearing
August 28, 2017
Pat Fox
So sorry to hear of the passing of a shipmate.
August 28, 2017
Phyllis Venema
We are so very sorry Ellen to read that Larry has passed away. Very sincere condolences from DicK and I. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Prayers for all of your family.
August 27, 2017
Ron Meece Somerset KY. I am sorry to hear the passing of Larry. We were together in VA-106 and were on the Forestall during the fire.
August 27, 2017
Deborah Pelfrey
My brother was a great friend and has left behind many who loved him and he shall be missed by all, and especially by me.
August 25, 2017
kenneth earwood
I'LL SEE YOU AGAIN BROTHER
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