Larry L. Payton
November 15, 2013
Larry L. “Pops” Payton, 72, died Friday, November 15, 2013 at Mercy Hospital. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, with burial to follow at Iowa Veterans Cemetery.
Larry was born September 26, 1941 to Lorenzo “Bud” and Madeline Payton in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated East High School in 1960. Prior to enlisting in the United States Army, he worked for Western Tools. He enlisted in the United States Army and served as a Radio Operator from July 1962 to June 1965. In July 1980, he re-enlisted in the United States Army Reserves 372nd Engineer Group and Combat and retired as a Communications Chief and Master Sergeant in May 2001.
After returning from active duty in 1965, he briefly worked for Employees Mutual before starting his career at Northwestern Bell, where he worked from 1965 until retirement in 1990. After retiring from Northwestern Bell, Larry continued to work. He worked several years each working for the State of Iowa, Ikon Office Solutions and finally as a courtesy driver for Bud Mulcahy’s.
After retirement, he enjoyed spending his days at his son-in-law’s auto shop, Tom Davis Automotive, where he proclaimed himself as the “Chief Coffee Brewer and Doughnut Sampler.” Larry was an active member of Union Park Grace Fellowship Church, Capital City Moose Lodge and the Fairground Neighborhood Association. He attended his grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s sporting, school and church functions. He enjoyed racing where he was known as DDP (Daddy Deep Pockets), reading, camping outdoors, golf, playing jokes on everyone and spending time with his family.
Larry is survived by his daughter, Lisa (Tom) Davis; sons, Lonnie (Tina) Payton and Luke (Courtney) Payton; grandchildren, Tiffany (Derek) Deaton, Brittany (fiancé Chris Blood) Stephen, Tom (Shallee Keenan) Davis, Michelle (Shane) Feltz and Kelsee, Preston, Blayze and Jaxon Payton; great-grandchildren, Johnathon Davis, Derek Jr. and Zachary Deaton, Jordan Davis and Tyler, Kalyssa, Alexa, Davis and Eli Feltz; and a host of other family and beloved friends.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Lorenzo “Bud” and Madeline Payton and son, Lance Payton.
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Bobbie Murphy
11/20/2013
My deepest sympathy to Larrys family!
Bobbie, and family
Geoff Conn
11/20/2013
Sorry to hear of MSG Payton's passing. I was in the 372nd Commo Section with Larry from 88-96. He was always good to me and gave me great support. Appreciated the way he treated me. Unfortunately I am not able to make the funeral from here in Maryville, MO.
Stephanie Payton- Harrington
11/19/2013
Lisa and family,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your father and your loss. May God give you peace and comfort at this time.
Connie Erickson
11/19/2013
"I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love."
Marvin and Sharon Lyon
11/19/2013
We were so sorry to hear about
Larry. We go back along time and
share a lot of good memories, and laughs, and tears. Our friendship was a lasting one forever. We will see you again in
heaven, so get ready we are not
far behind. Love the Lyon's
SGM William E Cox
11/19/2013
Sorry to hear about Larry he was a good solder and friend, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robert and Elleen Payton
11/19/2013
We were so saddened to here of Larry passing.I grew up with him and so many wonderful memories of him pass through my mind he was a good cousin and a good man and will be greatly missed.The family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dale Miller
11/18/2013
very sorry to hear about Larry, he was a neat guy. No more health problems now totally healed in heaven with Jesus. love you guys
Rick Schad
11/18/2013
Larry was my first supervisor with the 372nd Engineers on Army Post. He took me under his wing and was very respect full of someone new to his Commo section. He was a great leader and teacher whom I always looked up to. He will be missed, rest in peace MSG Payton.
Garett Wiinterberg
11/18/2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family. You are all in my prayers.
Vince and Sharon Cooper
11/18/2013
We will miss you dearly, you were one special person. Will miss hearing you call me kid. Rest in peace my Friend.
Karen Wells
11/17/2013
God has called Larry home. He is no longer suffering. I will continue to pray for comfort, peace and strength for the family's days ahead
Doris Burns
11/17/2013
We called him the "Old Fart". He served in the 372nd Engineer Group with my late husband, David, and me. My condolences to the family. Rest in Peace.
Lynn
11/16/2013
God came and took you, it's time for us to part..I'll miss you forever Lar Bear from the bottom of my heart
Jason Choate
11/16/2013
Rest in peace brother!