Larry L. Gookin

Larry Lee Gookin, 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family.

Larry was born July 10, 1936, in Des Moines, Iowa to Donald and Lucille (Tyriel) Gookin.

He worked in the maintenance department of Dowling Catholic High School for many years prior to his retirement.

He enjoyed camping and road trips with family and friends. Larry was meticulous in the care of his cars, enjoying many hours detailing and waxing them to perfection. Larry and Junie spent a great deal of free time helping out at church as a couple. Larry especially loved spending quality time with his grandkids. He spent his down time watching his favorite TV shows and playing computer games.

Larry is survived by his wife, Junie Gookin; son and daughter-in-law, Don and Christine Gookin; grandchildren Jess, Matt, and Allie Gookin; daughter and her life partner, Denise Bullard and Keith Cooper; and his sister and brother-in-law, Merrie Lou and Bob Schoonover.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents Donald Gookin and Lucille (Tyriel) Gookin, and his sisters JoAnn Sloan and Bonnie Gomez.

The funeral service will be on Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at All Saints Catholic Church, 650 NE 52nd Avenue, Des Moines with private burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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