Larry E. "Slick" Woods

Larry E. "Slick" Woods passed away August 18, 2022 at Edencrest of Beaverdale.

Larry was born on July 9, 1939, in Des Moines. He served in the US Navy and in 1960 married the love of his life, Alice Palmer. They were blessed with three children.

Larry learned his lifelong profession as a barber while in the Navy. He worked at and later owned Bond’s Barber Shop, from which he retired in 2016. He had multiple generations of loyal customers. Larry didn’t know a stranger and was well-known for his quick wit and ability to make people laugh. He loved his family deeply and especially enjoyed his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dogs and babies always brought a smile to Larry’s face! He also had a passion for golf and enjoyed many rounds with his son, sons-in-law, grandsons, and friends. Larry was a loving caretaker of Alice after she suffered a stroke in 2005. They continued to travel and his dedication to her was a testament of true love. He was a devout Catholic and a member of Christ the King Catholic Church.

Larry is preceded in death by his wife Alice, mother Phyllis Eckrosh, stepfather James Eckrosh, and brother Floyd Eckrosh. Survivors include his children Joe (Julie) of Faribault, MN, Lori (Dean) Bellville of Buckeye, AZ, and Deanna (Tim) Curtis of Urbandale; grandchildren, Rozlynn (John) Woods, J.J. (Alana) Woods, Kollin Bellville, Alex (Marisa) Bellville, Cole Curtis, and Bennett Curtis, five great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; sister JoAnn Ekstrom, many nieces, nephews, extended family, and beloved friends who loved him dearly.

The family will greet friends Monday, August 22, 2022 from 5 pm to 7 pm with a Prayer Service at 7 pm at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, August 23rd at 10 am at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5711 SW 9th Street. Larry will be laid to rest with military honors at Glendale Cemetery.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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