Larry Biagioni
May 31, 2009
Larry E. Biagioni, 56, died Sunday, May 31, 2009, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. Larry was born on June 3, 1952 in Spring Valley, IL. He served in the Illinois Air National Guard for 27 years, retiring as Chief Master Sargent, 182nd Medical Squadron. Larry worked as Director of IT Infrastructure at Maytag for 32 years. He recently worked as a Manager at CDS Global.
Larry loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed snow skiing, fishing, boating, gardening and riding his Harley. He was an avid Duck Hunter. Larry was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Bears.
Larry is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Linda; his daughters, Heidi Biagioni, Holly (Jess) Solinger; his two grandchildren, Austin and Lyric Harris; his father Aldo Biagioni; his sister, Linda (Otis) Christy; and brother, Don (Sheila) Biagioni; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Special friends, the Donaldsons, Jacksons, Haenischs, Bibos and Howard Buck. Larry was preceded in death by his mother, Pauline.
Visitation will be held at Hamilton's Altoona Funeral Home, 105 4th Street SW, from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 5, 2009. There will also be a visitation 12-3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, 2009, at Barto Funeral Home, 120 W. Cleveland, Spring Valley, IL.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to either Powell 3 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center or to the John Stoddard Cancer Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Larry's family would like to thank Dr. Verhofste and his nurses at the Iowa Heart Center, Dr. Shreck and his oncology nurses, Dr. Triantafyllas and his staff, Dr. George Lederhaas, Dr. Harvey, Dr. Verma, the staff at Powell 3, CCU staff at Iowa Methodist Medical Center and Laura Smith, RN of Iowa Health Home Care Services for their excellent care of Larry throughout his illness.
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LTC Ardith Corsaw
12/05/2009
Linda & Family,
I only learned yesterday of Larry's passing. I worked with Larry in the Guard and enjoyed knowing him. I feel I know your family from all the stories he shared about the wife, children, and grandchildren he loved. My prayers are with you, especially as you enter this holiday season. Blessings to you, Linda, and your family. Ardith Corsaw
Diana and Buzz Hlavacek
06/22/2009
Linda and family, I was in contact with Marianne Hueneburg and she told me of Larry's passing. Buzz and I send our deepest sympathy. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Thinking of you. Diana
Jacqueline Perez Gilman
06/06/2009
Linda, Heidi and Holly
I'm so sorry to hear about Larry. When I think of Larry I remember his "ornery" sense of humor, and the laughs shared at Maytag and in the guard. He will be missed, he was a great guy. Things like this are never easy but when you can take comfort in knowing that he is at peace and many care about your and your family. Thinking of you. Jacqueline
Jeff Thorsteinson
06/05/2009
Larry loved life, his wife, his family and many, many other people. His zeal for life was always evident and his empathy for others remarkable. May faith, family and friends provide sustenance in this time of sorrow.
Mike Morrison
06/04/2009
I worked with Larry for a short time at CDS, but got to know him and enjoyed working with him. My deepest sympathies go out to his wife and family.
Rhonda and Mark Knopf
06/04/2009
Linda, in case we don't get to see you Friday, we want you and the girls to know we are thinking about you! Larry was a great person to work with and always a fun person no matter where we were. He will be missed by many! Take Care and God Bless!
Melissa Gregory Peterson
06/04/2009
Linda, Heidi and Holly,
I was so very saddened to hear of Larry's passing! I know it has been many years since I have seen all of you, but I have always had fond memories of you and especially Larry's kindness and sense of humor. He will be greatly missed! My heart goes out to you all through this difficult time! Linda, you always listened to me when I needed someone to talk to you. If you need anything, just email me and I will give you my number. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers!
With Love,
Missy
peterson02@mchsi.com
Keith, Vicki, Drake & Kelsi Legge
06/04/2009
Thinking about you all, all our love.
Deanna & Doug Bryant
06/03/2009
Linda,
We extend our deepest sympathy to you, your daughters & their families. You are all in our thoughts & prayers. Larry will be missed by all who knew him.
Always keep the memories in your heart & know the Lord doesn't give you more than you can handle.
Jim & Babera Greene
06/04/2009
Lar enjoyed life to the max always had a smile on his face he will be missed by all who knew him but I will see him later on.
Crescent Burke
06/03/2009
I extend my sincere sympathy and condolences. I have only good memories of Larry. Working with him at Maytag in Galesburg - Softball - Bowling League - Golf etc. Larry was genuinely fun to be around. I was deeply saddened when I received the news. God Bless you and your family.
Janice (Stein) Fisher
06/03/2009
My heartfelt condolences to Linda and her family during this difficult time. I grew up and graduated high school with Larry in DePue, IL, and was he was known and liked by many.....just a real decent guy. So sad so young for this to happen.
Janice (Stein) Fisher
Class of 1970
Mike & Patti Bibo
06/03/2009
Linda...
Words cannot express our sympathy. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Larry was truly a very special man and he will continue to watch over you in years to come....
As we have been told...."Cherish the many great memories"
We love you...
Mike & Patti Bibo
Sherry Newbill
06/03/2009
Dear Linda and Family,
Please accept my condolences during this difficult time.
I will always remember Larry as a wonderful loving father
and family man. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Bob and Jeanne Johnston
06/03/2009
To Linda and family, our deepest condolences. Larry, a great guy, will be missed by all.