Larry Douglas
May 09, 2020
Larry K. Douglas, 76, passed away on May 9, 2020, at his home in Des Moines. He was born at home in Winterset, Iowa, on November 26, 1943, to Ancil and Sadie Douglas.
Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He retired from Thrasher Service Corp. as an HVAC Technician.
Larry cherished his family and time spent with his grandchildren. He and his wife Micki loved wintering in Destin, FL for numerous years where they created many lasting friendships.
Larry enjoyed fishing, traveling, visiting casinos, and eating sweets. He was exceptionally crafty and was oftentimes found tinkering or creating things.
Larry is survived by his children, Lory Allen, Sindy (John) Rivas, Ryan (Sabrina) Ralph, and Samantha Ragsdale; grandchildren, Brian and Sharlett Allen, Tessa and Johnathan Rivas, and KaiLani Ragsdale; sister, Jean Clompton; sister-in-law, Roxie Carrigan, as well as other loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Micki, 5 siblings, and his parents.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2020, at Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Adel, Iowa. Please join the family at 1:00 p.m. to leave in procession from Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Larry.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Dave and Janice
05/14/2020
I will never forget his kindness and laughs. May God give him eternal rest and the family the strength.
JOEL HEABERLIN
05/12/2020
Great guy. Miss playing pool and fishing with him up North. Every shot is makeable, Larry said it and could do it. Rest in Peace.
Teri Osborne
05/11/2020
Samantha and Ryan so sorry for your loss Im sure your mama is there waiting for him. I am going to miss his incessive laugh orneriness and our occasional dance Loved him dearly and Ill miss our weekly talks but heaven got a gem