Larry Nance
August 20, 2021
Larry Nance, 83, passed away on August 20, 2021. He was born on December 19, 1937 on the family farm southwest of Panther in Dallas County to Leonard and Mildred (Shaeffer) Nance.
Larry worked as a truck driver for Mid America Recycling and most recently retired from Calvin Community. During his time at Calvin Community, he made many friends and developed close relationships with the staff and residents. He will be remembered for his wit, constant grin, kind nature and always having a story ready for willing ears.
He is survived by his wife, Bev; children, Scott, Michael and Lara Nance and Joel (Val) Oxenford; 3 grandchildren; 2 great-granddaughters; sisters, Janice O’Dell and Carolyn Porter; several cousins, nieces, nephews and extended relatives.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Norman Nance; and brothers-in-law, Tom O’Dell and Danny Porter.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at Highland Park Christian Church, 4260 NW 6th Dr., Des Moines. The church respectfully requests all visitors wear masks. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 pm on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines.
Memorials may be directed to the church.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Reva Sheaffer Booth
08/25/2021
Sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Hope you will find some comfort in memories from the past. Also from Panther in my youth.
Peggy Kenoyer
08/25/2021
Please know that we are praying for all of you during this tough time .So sorry for your loss. I worked with Larry at Calvin. He was a man who truly cared about the Resident's and always had a friendly (or ornery!) word for each of them. Working in Activities, we all appreciated Larry's visits, his fun spirit in driving the bus, and way of always wanting to check in with us and encourage in any way he could. He was an asset and a fine man.
Jennifer Woodmansee
08/24/2021
We send our loving condolences to you, Aunt Bev and to your family.
Much love and many hugs!
Jennifer, Guy and Derek
Toni Gross
08/24/2021
I know Larry through church. He was compassionate about the kids in our youth group. Those kids knew they could always talk to Larry and he would listen with his heart. He made time for them!! Bless your soul, Larry!!!
Ken Chapman
08/23/2021
Linda and I were so sorry to hear about Larrys passing. RIP dear classmate.
Lou Piatt
08/21/2021
Barb and I were saddened to learn of Larry's death and wish to convey our sympathy to his family.