Larry Piper, Jr.
June 03, 2012
Larry Piper, Jr., 45, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 3, 2012, at his home in Ankeny. He was born January 17, 1967, to Larry and Sylvia Piper in Clearwater, Florida.
Larry was a loving son, brother, brother-in-law, and uncle. His niece, Makenzie was the light of his life. He enjoyed being with his family and friends, and was loved by all who knew him.
Larry was an avid golfer. His greatest joy was training youth in the junior golf program at Otter Creek Golf Course in Ankeny. Larry was an assistant golf pro in California, Las Vegas, and had extended tenure at Otter Creek. Larry especially enjoyed playing golf on Maui, Hawaii, and volunteering at the Mercedes Golf Classic. Recently, Larry was completing his undergraduate degree in Business at Simpson College and working for Davis Brown Law Firm.
Larry was an outdoorsman, fisherman and enjoyed hunting. He loved the ocean, was a book enthusiast, and enjoyed watching movies, listening to music, and sporting events, especially the Dallas Cowboys and Iowa State Cyclones.
Larry is survived by his parents, Larry and Sylvia Piper; brother, Chris (Katy) Piper; his niece, Makenzie Piper, all of Ankeny; as well as other extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Dan.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Friday, June 8, 2012, at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 510 E. 1st Street, Ankeny, with burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Friends may visit with family from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, June 7, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Dan Piper Self-Advocacy Memorial Fund with the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS).
Online condolences to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
The Berkland Family
06/06/2012
We were shocked and saddened by Larry's passing. You all are in our prayers at this difficult time .
The Berkland Family
Sarah Bidney
06/06/2012
My deepest condolences to the Piper family. I was an Assistant Pro at Otter Creek with Larry for several years. Terribly sorry, he will be missed.
Jeff and Robin Fulton
06/06/2012
It was with great sadness that I read of Larry Jr's passing. I pray that God's strength will comfort and reinforce you in this time of great sorrow. I still hold many fond memories of our kids and the many years as neighbors and I also pray that you find some measure of comfort in the memories of Larry and his zest for life. I can picture he and Danny shooting hoops and smiling down on all of you. God's blessings to you all in this time of grief.
Struve family
06/06/2012
Piper Family,
We want to offer our deepest sympathies to all of you. Words can't express how sorry we are for your loss. May God give you all the strength you will need to get through this very difficult time.
Georgiann Silliman
06/06/2012
Dear Sylvia and Larry
I am so sorry for your loss.
My prayers and sympathy are with you always. May God give you the strenght. He will not let you walk alone through this.
John and Rose Dickson
06/06/2012
Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy, to your family at this time of tremendous sorrow.
Larry's Davis Brown Family
06/06/2012
Larry had a special gift in that he touched practically everybody in our firm. We will miss his high-fives and his infectious sense of humor. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Joyce Schneider
06/06/2012
Larry Jr's passing is so tragic - I am so very sorry for the Piper family. Peace.
june judge
06/06/2012
Sylvia and family, It was with sorrow that I read of the death of your son Larry. So much pain and grief. You are in my prayers.
Kara Bowman
06/06/2012
Sylvia and Family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Larry Jr. Your Family is in my thoughts and prayers. Peace.
Liz Cannon
06/06/2012
With deepest Condolences. Larry put a smile on everyone's face that knew him. His positive attitude and sense of humor were something that defined him. He will be missed dearly by myself as well as the employees that had the pleasure to work with him at the Polk County District Courthouse. Rest in peace Larry.
Sonia Ortale
06/05/2012
Rest in Peace Larry. Our thoughts are with the Piper family. Gabriella, Anthony & Sonia Ortale
Scott, Ashley, and Rylan Bethel
06/05/2012
Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the Piper family. Larry was one of a kind and we will miss him very much. Rest in peace, Pipe.
Chris Honeck
06/05/2012
My deepest sympathies to the Piper family. Larry was one of the good guys, and he will certainly be missed. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Verne & Kelly Murray & Michael
06/05/2012
There are no words. We can not begin to tell you the sadness we feel as you deal with the loss of Larry. If there is any comfort at all it is the excitment for Dan to be joined in heaven with Larry's arrival. Our love and sympathy to you all.