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Obituary
Larry Eugene Heister was born in Ashland, Ohio, on July 11, 1937. He passed away in Auburn, Washington, on April 26, 2024. Larry is survived by his children: Doris Van Ness, Russell Heister, Verona Cruz, and Ryan Heister. He's also remembered by his son-in-law, Claudio Cruz, and daughter-in-law, Erin Heister. His grandchildren, Elaine Cuvelier, Kristen Hermes, Cody Heister, Cameron Heister, Aimee Heister, and great granddaughter, Harmony Heister brought him much joy. He is also missed …
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What were Larry's favorite local spots?
In the 80's he enjoyed parking by the airport and watching the planes overhead. Lat…
In the 80's he enjoyed parking by the airport and watching the planes overhead. Later in life…
In the 80's he enjoyed parking by the airport and watching the planes overhead. Later in life he enjoyed going to the…
What causes did Larry care about most?
Dad was a proud blood donor and he gave to the Paralyzed Veterans.
Dad was a proud blood donor and he gave to the Paralyzed Veterans.
Dad was a proud blood donor and he gave to the Paralyzed Veterans.
What were Larry's favorite foods?
Vanilla or Butter Pecan Ice Cream, he liked pickles and pickled eggs, and sauces, BB…
Vanilla or Butter Pecan Ice Cream, he liked pickles and pickled eggs, and sauces, BBQ sauce, h…
Vanilla or Butter Pecan Ice Cream, he liked pickles and pickled eggs, and sauces, BBQ sauce, honey French or honey must…
What were Larry's favorite ways to spend free time?
As a young man he enjoyed chatting on CB Radio, playing Bridge with family, clam bak…
As a young man he enjoyed chatting on CB Radio, playing Bridge with family, clam bakes and dri…
As a young man he enjoyed chatting on CB Radio, playing Bridge with family, clam bakes and driving the family all acros…
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Cause of death
Heart disease
Method of disposition