I recently read the obituary for Larry.  I immediately recognized him as the kind man who changed my flat tire in the parking lot of Econo Foods in Rochester many years ago.  He didn't have to, but he did.  I have never forgotten this.  My deepest sympathy to your family.

Kim

Dearest Mary, Allison, Gared, Kamaria and Zack.

We are so sad to learn the passing of Larry.  We are sending our love and our prayers

to you at this sad time.  May you have peace knowing what a wonderful person He was.

Loved and respected by all.

Sincerely

The Skee Goedhart Famiy  

Mary

We were so sorry to hear of Larry's passing.

You are in our prayers.  He was such a good man.

Blessings

Don and Sue Lenzen

I was very surprised and saddened to hear of Larry's passing. He was a gentle and caring person that I will remember always. As a co-worker of Larry's for a few years, he taught me alot and was always available when help was needed. He will be greatly missed! You are all in my thoughts at this time of need and my prayers go out to all of you.

Dear Mary and family,

Our hearts go out to you and we have been praying for your comfort once we heard the news from Hannah.   We are in England this week and unable to attend the funeral, but you have our love and our prayers.

In Christ, Gretchen and John Steer

Mary and family,  Our hearts are heavy as we think of the sorrow you are feeling right now.  You are in our prayers often during the day.  We remember with much fondness the times we spent with your family when we lived in Rochester and also your visit with us here in Lincoln.  May God supply the strength, grace, and comfort you need at this time.

Ken & Mary Ann Hultstrand

I was so sad to hear (from a coworker who also worked at Econo with Larry) of the passing of Larry.  I can't believe it. I really enjoyed comming to work with Larry everyday. He was such a nice, careing and fun person to work with. He taught me so much about the grocery business from when I first started as a part time grocery stocker back in 1991 until I left Econo back in 2001 as an Assistant Store Manager. I do truely missed those days working with Larry.

Bryan Heimer

I so enjoyed volunteering with Larry as part of the Honors Choirs Board of Directors.  He was such a cheerful, optimistic person and such a hard worker.  I regret I did not have the opportunity to get to know him better.  My thoughts and prayers are with Larry and you, his family, during this time.

 I would just like too say he was a great boss i every had for my first job

and also very cheerful and out going even with the Econo Foods Xmas party

god bless the family Darcey Heath work at Econo foods Oct 1987

Dear Allison and family,

You all have my deepest sympathy.  Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.  I pray that God give you the strength to endure this difficult time.  Blessings to you all.

Renee' Genelin

(coworker)

I am so sorry for the loss of Larry. I saw this obituary and instantly recognized him! I work at City Auto Glass and in November he had some glass cut, and was in our office. He was a wonderful customer and very memorable. God bless your family in this time.

Prayers,

Katie

My sincere condolences on the passing of Larry.  I enjoyed his friendship very much when I was in Hospers.

I was saddened to hear about Larry's passing. I have fond memories of working with him when we both worked for Nash Finch during the Rochester opening. Larry was a wonderful guy with a great sense of humor. It is my sincere prayer that you will take comfort in knowing he is with the Lord.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.  May the Spirit fill you with the peace that passes all understanding.

Laura Haynes and family

Dear Mary and family,

I was so saddened to hear of Larry's passing.  He was one of the most sincere and honorable people I have ever known.

I will never forget the times I spent with Larry in the grocery business and can say that my time working with Larry, particularly in Rochester opening stores, were some of the most enjoyable of all my working experiences.  He was a true leader and it was his gentle style and loyalty that set him apart.  What a great partner in and friend he was. 

You can be comforted in knowing that Larry is at peace in eternity and will be watching over you and the kids until you join him.  I know I will call on him for guidance in prayer the rest of my days.

My prayers are with all of you during this time.

Best regards,

Chuck Kosel

So sorry for your loss, I will miss him as a workmate and as a friend. Larry was a great and kind man.

Mary, Allison, Jared, kamaria and ZACK I JUST LEARNED OF LARRY'S DEATH MY HEART IS HEAVY FOR YOU THANK YOU FOR SO MANY FELLOWSHIP TIMES WE HAD TOGETHER AND SUCH GOOD FOOD I LOVED LARRY VERY MUCH!  I WILL PRAY AND PETION  NOT TO BE WITHOUT THANKSGIVING FOR YOUR ENTIRE FAMILIES NEEDS.

LOVE, MARY KAY

Larry will always be remembered as the kind and generous family man who greeted the Schaeffer kids with warmth and cheer.  His volunteer work on the board of Honors Choirs showed his dedication to the youth in our community.  He gave so readily of his time and talent to so many causes.  Larry and his family truly "walk the walk" and have been a wonderful example of a life committed to Christ.  His life has been and his legacy will be an inspiration to all who knew him.

Dear Mary, Allison, Jared, Kamaria and Zack,

Keith and I are praying for you as you go through these days of mourning the loss of your husband and Dad. 

We have such wonderful memories of Larry and you Mary opening your home to us all of these years that I fought cancer, you were our home away from home.  We started with Allison and watched through the years as you rejoiced in adding each new addition to your family.  We always felt welcome.  Thank you for this gift.  Larry found time for his family and friends and you could always see his love for Christ.  Thank you for being God's messengers.

Love and prayers,

Keith and Meril Bell

Loving thoughts and many prayers for you during this very difficult time. I am, like so many others, heavy hearted to hear the news of your loss.  Larry touched so many lives and was loved by all. Be comforted knowing you are wrapped in God's strong arms.

I want to send my prayers to you and your family in the loss of Larry.  I went to high school with Larry and also to Hospers First Reformed Church together!  Larry was a year ahead of me in school but we had the same group of friends.    Larry's mom and my dad used to sing together also.  Over the years I have talked to him and was so impressed by how he had  become a wonderful man, husband and father!  I am sure that you will miss him a lot!  Just know that I will keep you all in my prayers and that the Lord is there also holding you up too!

I was deeply saddened to hear of Larry's passing. I too, like many others worked with him for many years at Econo Foods. He always made the workplace a little bit more enjoyable and was a favorite of many. His family was his pride and joy and I remember the kids always coming in to see him at work. It was a joy to watch them grow over the years. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Kristen Milburn Eyre

Dear Mary, Allison, Jared, Kamaria, and Zack,

My heartfelt sympathy reaches out to each of you in the loss of a beloved husband and father. Larry displayed to me his character as a quiet, caring, man full of Christs love and hope. I feel honored in knowing him and your family.

I had known Larry since 1987 when I went to work for Econo Foods.  I worked with him in Rochester and also Cannon Falls.  I for one will miss him.

Rest in peace my friend.

May the entire Goedhart Family receive comfort during this time of mourning. Larry was taken from us far, far too early. All of us here in Cannon Falls will miss him.

Dear Mary, Allison, Jared, Kamaria, and Zack,

Our memories of Larry are so special, especially the times he and Jared joined with David and John in activities with the "Schaeffer Cronies".  Always a smile and never an unkind word, Larry was a beautiful example of a godly man.  He will be truly missed.

Our deepest sympathy to all of you.

Warmly,

John, Kelly, David, Claire, and Grace

We are sorry for your loss and are praying for God's comfort for all of you.

Dear Goedhart Family,

Our hearts ache for your loss.  We pray for you all, that peace and hope fill your hearts with the void Larry's passing brings.  Your family has been a Godly example and inspiration to ours in the Schaeffer community.   Though we didn't know Larry well, his kind and friendly presence will not be forgotten. 

Brad, Kara, Ryan and Anna Gunderson

I was just made aware of Larry's passing and I am deeply saddened. My heart-felt condolences go out to Mary, Allison, Jared, Kamaria, Zack and all those who had the pleasure of being in his presence.

I worked with Larry at Econo Foods from 1991-2000 and have very many fond memories of him... his smiling face, humor, amazing ability to solve a problem and any situation I or anyone presented him. It was rare he was ever not in a good, if not great, mood. He made my job(s) easier and was always probably a little more nicer on my reviews than perhaps he should have been! It goes without saying that Larry was a complete giver and always concerned about everyone else's experience... from a manager/customer relations to a personal/colleague standpoint. We opened up extra check lanes, he the checker, me the bagger, vice versa to help out when it was busy... he was always on top of it... always.

I will miss him and pray that God holds him gently in his arms as he did everyone around him.

The Goedhart family

     May God comfort you at this time in need.  Econo Foods lost an amazing man and God recieved one of the best. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Mary & Family,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss.  Our hearts are heavy for you. You are and will remain in our thoughts and prayers.  We pray you sense the Lord's presence in a very real way and that you can say like the songwriter, "it is well with my soul".  We desire for you to experience the peace that passes all understanding.  You are loved.

Dear Mary, Allison, Jared, Kamaria, and Zack,

Our hearts are heavy for you.  We are praying that you'll feel God's comfort as you grieve.  Your family is special to us, and we'll continue to pray for each one of you.

Love,

Paula, Kurt, Meredith, Will, and Zoe

Mary,

I can not begin to express my sorrow over your loss of Larry.My first memory of Larry was his greeting and big smile at Econo Foods. Later, I got to know him as Allison's dad when my kids attended Schafffer together with your kids.Our world will be forever changed because of his absence of joy.

My heart breaks for you.

Sherri

Dear Mary, Allison, Jared, Kamaria, and Zach:

Our family grieves for the loss of Larry.  He was such a Godly example of what a father, husband, and friend should be.  He had such a positive and encouraging attitude.  He was truly a servant-leader and we all will greatly miss him.  We will be praying for you all now and  in the weeks to come.

In sympathy,

Bob and Melody Hunskor and family.

Mary,

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on Larry's death. I just heard of this and will share it with the staff at Autumn Ridge. I am so sorry for the loss of a wonderful husband and father to your family.

Mary, our hearts are broken as we hear of your loss.  May you sense His tender words being spoken to your heart, "I am your God, and I will be your comfort."  You are in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers.  "Blessed be the God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort."  2 Cor 1:3   Dan & Joyce

Dearest Mary, Allison, Jared, Kammy, and Zach,

My heart is so full both with the absence of Larry in this world and with the joy of his presence with the Lord. Larry is at this very moment experiencing joy unspeakable. I will pray that you all remain in the tremendous hope we have as believers in being reunited with those we love so dearly.... for eternity. 

Holding the family in fervent prayer, you are loved,

Anita, Eric, Alex, Ana, Bella, Mickey

We are praying for each one of you as you walk through these next days.  We are so grateful to have not only known Larry, but to have referred to him as friend.  I know you will ook forward to the glorious family reunion in heaven someday, but until then, we know you miss him so much already. 

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn Larry's death.  May God's presence be with you and friends and family surround you to get you through the next few days.  Love, Pat and Barb

Brian and I send our sympathy to you as you grieve and remember Larry. We are praying for supernatural comfort that only God can provide.   Brian and Ann Teske

Praying for all of you as you are going through this time of sorrow.