Larry Dean Rife
January 09, 2017
Larry Dean Rife
Des Moines, Iowa
Larry Rife, age 78, passed away after battling dementia on January 9, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 4, 1938 in Des Moines, Iowa.
Larry was a proud lifelong Eastsider. He owned and operated Larry’s Fina on the corner of E. 42nd and Easton in Des Moines. Larry enjoyed spending time with his family and will be remembered for his orneriness.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 56 years, Carolyn; children, Cynthia Rife and Lawrence (Jennifer) Rife; grandchildren, Caroline (Stephen) Williams, Valerie Strait, and Hudson Dean Rife; great-grandchildren, Jazmine and Jaida; sister-in-law, Margaret Rife; many nieces and nephews; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Orpha Rife; and brother, Lloyd Rife.
Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2017, with funeral service following at 11:00 a.m., at Union Park Baptist Church, 821 Arthur Ave, Des Moines. Luncheon to follow services at Sherman Lodge, 2340 E. 9th Street, Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in memory of Larry.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.Hamilton’sFuneralHome.com
Buster and Kathy Allred
01/14/2017
We are saddened to hear of your family's loss. Larry was a kind man with a generous spirit. God bless you.
Dennis & Wendy Tingwald
01/13/2017
So sorry for your loss. Our Prays are for your family.
Joni (Gyles) Smith
01/13/2017
Such a sweet and loving man, so many memories of the fina station growing up,
My thoughts and prayers to all
Dwight and Rose Dally
01/12/2017
Dear Carolyn and Family,
Our sincere sympathy to each of you. Praying God's peace, comfort and provision for every need in this difficult time.
Rose Weir
01/12/2017
So sorry for your families loss. I first met Larry when he had the Fina station. We use to stop in there all the time. He was so ornery. He was also the one that kept me calm so I wouldn't go into early labor with my oldest son. My husband had been in an accident a drunk ran the stop sign. Larry is going to be missed by so many.
Dee Urquhart aka Darla Moraine
01/12/2017
My most sincere condolences to Carolyn and the family. I've known Larry since he owned his fina station on E. 42nd. I have so many fond memories of his quick wit and humour., and yes, of his ornery ways.
He was definitely one of the good guys and will be missed by many.
Bev Breton Kiefer
01/12/2017
SO sorry for the loss of Larry.I remember Larry from way back. We were raised in the Douglas Acres neighborhood. We went to Adams Grade school in the 1940's.
Missy Nelton
01/11/2017
So sorry for your loss! I wish I could be there. Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time. Love you all!