Larry Allyn Spaulding

Larry Allyn Spaulding

Larry Allyn Spaulding passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on March 2, 2010 after losing a courageous battle with stomach and esophageal cancer. Jill his loving wife and companion of 19 years, his sons and their partners Shane & Carol, Shannon, Shaun & Patsy were all by his side.
Larry was a good friend and neighbor who loved his wife, his family and his country. He served in the U.S. Air Force for 4 years and had a strong sense of patriotism. Larry continued to serve his country by protecting his home for 21 yrs as a Sergeant in the Glendale Police Department from 1961-1982. Not ready to retire he went on to work for another l0yrs as an investigator for The Registrar of Contractors for the State of Arizona.
Once retired Larry divided his free time between his two passions; traveling the world with Jill, the love of his life, and gardening. Larry never met a plant he didn’t like or couldn’t bring back to life and was fondly named Mr. Green Jeans by all who knew and loved him.
Larry is survived by his wife Jill, his 4 sons Shane, Shannon, Shaun & Fred; his Stepdaughter Stephanie Thompson, 2 Granddaughters, 3 Great Granddaughters, 2 step Grandchildren and his extended family Marcel & Sara Villar of Costa Rica. Larry will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Memorial services will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Menke Funeral Home Chapel, 12420 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ. Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014.

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Posted by Obits on March 3, 2010     9 Comments

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  1. Bob Burttram says:

    Larry was such a good friend and I always had so much fun when I was around him. Baseball games and camping in Aravipa canyon will always hold special memories for me. I always gave him a hug and I think he liked that. Thank you Shane for introducing me to him, and including me and sharing some special times together. I will never forget the great times we had. He was a great man,and I am privaliged to have known him.

  2. Wilma Himel says:

    My condolences to the family. Larry was one of the first persons I met when I started work at the ROC. I will always remember his gentle nature.

  3. Patricia Abeyta says:

    My heart goes out to Mr. Spaulding’s family. Try and remember the legacy of smiles and memories that your father has left for you. Look around at the goodness of your family and know that within your hearts and throughout your thoughts your dear father will never be far from each of you. May the universe comfort you in your season of sorrow.

  4. Julie Keziah says:

    My condolences to Jill and family. I have worked with Larry for many years at the ROC and enjoyed his stories of his travels. My prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow.

  5. Stella Ousley says:

    My heart and prayers goes out to Jill and the rest of his family. Yes his knowledge of plants and the help and advise he gave to his friends was already missed with his retirement from the ROC. He talked much of his travels that he and his love Jill enjoyed. God bless.

  6. Rebeca Scheonfeld says:

    I am so sorry to hear about Larry. My condolences are with you.

    Rebecca

  7. Heather Law says:

    Hi Jill: I am sad to hear the news about Larry. I know how much you loved him. Remember all the wonderful things you both did together. He is now at peace and not in anymore pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his family.

  8. John Krystek says:

    Larry was one of my best friends. We grew up together as employees of the Glendale Police Department. I could always depend on Larry for advice. As my first sergeant, it was always clear where you stood. There was no ambiquity in his orders. He liked to wean the new officers. Things that come to mind is when an officer asked for assistance or had a question, Larrys response was, “Do you want me to send a Police Officer out there to help you?” It made you grow quickly. Or when an officer got on the air complaining his car door kept coming open when he made left turns, Larrys response was “only make right turns”. Larry was a great cop but mostly a great man, husband and friend. Shane, Shaun, and Shannon, you have a wonderful Dad who loved you so much. I am honored to have known him. Jill, Larry spoke so highly of you and loved you very much. Larry will be in my thoughts forever, John Krystek

  9. Gracie Padilla says:

    Jill

    I’m so very sorry for your lost. Larry was a great person and knowing him all those years at the ROC and the crazy things we all did was great. He will always and forever be in your heart.
    I’m here for you if you ever need a shoulder or just a laugh.

    Love You
    Gracie

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