Mr. Larry L. Whitsell's Obituary
Larry Whitsell died on July 11, 2013. He was born in Bloomington, IN on June 15, 1933 to Marion “Duke” and Cleta Whitsell (both deceased). Larry graduated from Muskegon Hts. High School and served in the US Army from 1953-1955. He married Jean Rollins on June 14, 1954. He was employed at Amstore from 1956 until 1991. An accomplished wood worker, Larry also was an avid ice fisherman and hunter. He also enjoyed telling jokes, bowling and gardening. Most of all he loved being a grandpa. Family: Wife Jean and 5 children: William (Carol) of Muskegon, Steve of Artesia, NM, Rick (Cindy) of Allendale, Kevin (Andrea) of Ada, and Denise (Jamie Sr.) Baran of Kalamazoo; 12 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; also a sister, Betty (Gordy) Huss of Muskegon, and best friend Ron Vanderboegh. His family was so very proud of the courage he showed as he endured and fought through severe pain in his last 5 months. A Celebration of Larry’s Life will be held 1:00 – 4:00 PM Saturday, August 10, 2013 at the VFW Post #446 (165 S. Getty St.). MEMORIALS to the Muskegon Rescue Mission will be appreciated. Share memories with the family at their On-line Guest Book at www.sytsemafh.com Arrangements by The Sytsema Chapel, 737 Apple Ave., (231) 726-5210
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