Larry Utt Sr.

St. David – Larry Eugene Utt Sr., 73, of St. David died at 10:40 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2015, at his home.
He was born May 4, 1942, in Canton, the son of Elbert Walter “Shag” and Mildred Maxine (Myers) Utt.  He married Flora Sue Schrodt on December 31, 2005.  She survives.
Also surviving are his children, Larry (Beth) Utt Jr. of Canton, Bradley Utt of St. David, and Michelle (Dallas) Williams of Moreno Valley, CA; step-children, John (Tina) Fidler of Canton and Terry (Tammy) Filder of Morris; his siblings, Leona (Joe) Chapman of Dayton, TX, Doreen (Bill) Curtis of Huntington Beach, CA, Mary (Bob) Henness of Galesburg, Rosa (Larry) Collier of Cuba, and Mike (Cindy) Utt of London Mills;  eight grandchildren, Derby, Carlyn, Brayden, Trenton (Alex), Heather, Brenda, Danielle, and Tiffany; six step-grandchildren, Aaron, Daniel, Allison, Jordyn, Michael, and Joey; one great-granddaughter, Addison.  He was also survived by many cousins, nieces, and nephews that adored him.
Larry’s entire life included Dave, John, and Rick Utt, cousins by blood, but brothers by heart and love.  The true meaning of best friends forever was the relationship he shared with Russ Siders.
Larry worked for International Harvester.  He then followed his dreams and moved to California where he worked as a machinist for Northrup Aircraft building B2 Bombers.  He also worked for Johnston Sweeper and Alcoa Aluminum.  After retiring he once again followed his dreams and returned to his hometown of Canton, amongst many lifelong friends and family.  This is where he met his one true love, Flora Sue.
During Larry’s short life of 73 years he wore many hats: Son, brother, husband, father, uncle, cousin, and the best friend anyone could ask for.  Larry was a kind and gentle soul with an undying love of people and the desire to help others, and for this he has earned his wings in Heaven.
Cremation rites have been accorded.  Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at Maryville Cemetery in Bryant.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to Larry’s family to benefit his grandchildren.
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