Birth date: Jul 14, 1945 Death date: Jul 7, 2017
Larry Thon, 71, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on July 7th, 2017 at his home in Grand Haven, MI. He was born on July 14, 1945 in Grand Rapids. He attended Ottawa Hills High School and went on to graduate fro Read Obituary
We just heard of the loss of Larry, we rode with him part way on the ride across the USA, Portland to Portland. A great bicycle rider and an even nicer man as we found out in just 10 days of riding. Very sorry for the loss of him.
Jean and Paul Mykietyn
Larry was one of the bright lights of the OHHS Class of' 63. He was a star track and football playerl, and Merwyn Mitchell's trumpet player in our little orchestra! I last saw him at our first class reunion. My husband met him there and remembered him well. A life incredibly well spent, but taken much too soon. Joy, our heart-felt condolences to you and your family.
Love, Pace and Nancy (Denner) Sturdevant
Ottawa, Ontario
I know we lost touch with each other over the years, but I always tried to call and at least leave a message on Bastille Day. ( also Larry's birthday!) It was kind of a joke, because Larry let me read his Three Musketeers and Count of Monte Christo books one summer while we were visiting.
Usually we would spend part of each summer in Michigan and the Thon's would spend part of the summer in Connecticut. The most memorable trip to Michigan was in 1955 when Aunt Leah decided that we needed to leave right after the hurricane, maybe Carol? We took so many detours, through cow pastures, up and down mountains, that I'm surprised we made it in under a week!
Funny thing, memory, when I saw Larry's pix, I wondered why they had a pix of Uncle Gordon....
Even though we haven't seen each other for a long time, all of you are frequently in my thoughts. Especially in the coming days and weeks I will be sending you all mental hugs. I cannot be with you as I don't walk very well anymore.
Remember that you have a cousin in Connecticut who is thinking of you....
Susie Mitchell Ivey
Sueiveyinct@gmail.com
Great man to grow up around . He taught my sister how to play soccer well . Larry always had a good attitude and spirit . He trusted me to keep up with the yard work while he was away . It was good as a kid to know someone had faith in your abilities and took the time to tell you how much you were appreciated. My condolences to his family and friends . I'm sorry for your loss . May God bless you in this time of sorrow . -Shannan Reagor and Family
Rick and Pat Reagor send their condolences as well as Tiffany Reagor Luttrell and Family
I worked with and new Larry for over 30 years at EDS. He certainly was one of the finest people you will ever meet. The old banking group meets twice a year. Larry would wak in and I would salute him and he would salute back and say, carry on Corporal. I will miss him for sure. Semper Fi Captain.
You were the closest thing to a brother anyone could have, and you are gone too soon. My heart breaks; my soul aches. You are forever my brother Marine. I miss you more than words can say.
Larry is an esteemed, respected colleague from EDS. So sorry he is gone. Condolences to all his family.
Dan and I extend our deepest sympathies to our friend Joy and the entire family on the loss of Larry. He was such a vibrant, wonderful person who meant so much to many. I recall when I was a 9th grader, and a member of the junior high orchestra at Ottawa Hills, I complained to Larry that I was not improving on my violin skills and was ready to quit. He took me aside and said, “If you want something you have to work really hard to get it." He cared about my feelings yet put it back on me and inspired me to push myself. I earned a top chair in the orchestra. Having some esteem issues and low self confidence in those days, I really cherished his opinion and I NEVER forgot that advice from such a young lad. I could go on about other moments in time when Larry showed up as we made that journey through school. He was a leader and most certainly led by example.
At our class reunions, my husband Dan and Larry shared their experiences as Marines, and had great conversations about a lot of things. Bottom line – Larry was the whole package……kind, empathetic, interesting, had a fabulous sense of humor, was handsome, brilliant and obviously had great taste in women by marrying lovely Joy…..who just happens to be my friend as classmate as well.
Rest in peace dear one. You will always be in my heart and I will never forget the positive impact that you had on us all. Love…….Patti (Moore) Brink
My Thoughts and Prayers are with family. I remember Larry as a very nice Gentleman.
