Laurence (Larry) A. Graff
Laurene (Larry) Allen Graff, 72, of House Springs, MO, passed away on January 6, 2023. His family was by his side when he peacefully drifted off to be with the Lord.
He was born to Walter (Al) and Evelyn (Evie) Graff of House Springs, MO on July 9, 1950. Larry went to Missouri School for the Blind during elementary and middle school. He graduated from Northwest High School in House Springs.
He is survived by his siblings; Michael (Mike) Graff and wife Trisha, Kenneth (Kenny) Graff, Vicky Montgomery (Graff)/Bob LaBeau, Sharon Frank (Graff) and husband Robert (Ferd) Frank, Virginia (Ginny) Wofford (Graff)/Richard Conaway, several nieces and nephews and many friends that held a place in his heart.
Growing up, Larry enjoyed riding his bike and exploring the woods making club houses. As an adult, Larry treasured travelling with his church group in the US and abroad. He documented his travels by creating maps of his journeys outlining streets, water ways and notable landmarks. He enjoyed listening to his radio, tuning in to stations across the country. He loved music, especially fond of Jazz and Classical tunes. His most passionate hobby was to relish in his favorite foods, especially the opportunity to enjoy them with his family and friends. Larry has always maintained a large vegetable garden, loved family gatherings, playing games, and had an amazing memory and corky sense of humor.
A service will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 12:00 PM at Morse Mill Baptist Church, 6955 Highway B, Dittmer, MO 63023. Lunch will be served immediately following the service.
Larry was a dear friend who often made us smile with his quirky humor. He had an amazing memory, especially for the routes we took when traveling together, even though he didn’t drive! He has a special place in our hearts and will be remembered with love. Special blessings on his family members who gave him such loving care.
I loved Larry endlessly. My oldest brother and friend. We spent countless hours together playing games, talking and listening to his love, music. He was relentless when he had his mind set on something, nothing could stop him. Larry was a very special individual in every way. He loved having gatherings with all his family and friends and cherished all his time with them. He had great stories to tell and remembered every detail from all his experiences. Although he was very limited with his sight and mobility, he found a way to make things happen. He wrote notes and lists for everything and everybody. Even at the end of his precious life, Larry charmed the Hospice gals (Angels) and family to playing games, bringing him food, and spending extra time with him. We were hooked. He was my brother, my friend, my patient, and my heart. We laughed, we cried, we fought, and we always came together in the end. Your presence will be with me forever, and I will always have you in my life through my thoughts and prayers.
I’m truly sorry for your lost, praying for you all, may your hearts heal and be blessed with what you guys had together 💗😘 Wishing you all the very best, sincerely Ralph and Pat Wideman
I met Larry a few years ago when I learned in an ancestry.com search
Sharon Graff Frank’s great grandfather and my grandfather were brothers.
Our friendship was enhanced by kinship. Larry wanted to see all the papers and talked me hours about them. Larry loved people & birthday party was an event. He was sharp and with loving help from his family and friends overcame many obstacles.
GOD BLESS!
Roberta Graff Condellire
(Bobbi)