He taught music in the Wayne, Nebraska school system. Later he became an electrician, and he had also worked for Valmont.
In his early years, Larry was active in the Jr. and Sr. High school bands. He was also a member of the Boy Scouts. He had earned the Pro Deo Et Patria award, and he was an Eagle Scout. He was a member of the North Hills Horse Club of Omaha, and he was a member of the Fremont Eagles Aerie 200.
Survivors: mother and step-father June and Donald Nelson of Fremont
2 sisters Cheryl Kay and husband Roger Thompson of Nome, Alaska
Emily June and husband James March of Fairplay, Colorado
5 nieces and nephews
Larry was preceded in death by his father William 'Bill' Stratman, and grandparents Albert and Lena Stratman and Louie and Minnie Henry.
A memorial service will be held on Monday (April 29, 2013) at 1:30 PM at the First Lutheran Church (Military and Johnson Rd) with the Rev. Matt Knopf. Memorials will be directed by the family. There will be visitation with the family at the Ludvigsen Mortuary on Sunday (April 28th) from 3 to 5 PM.
online guestbook @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(3)
Steve and June Westphal
Fremont, NE Monday, April 29, 2013 We are very sorry to hear about Larry. I always enjoyed chatting with him at Hy Vee and when my band played. He was a really good guy and will be missed.Presley Johnston
Cherokee, IA Sunday, April 28, 2013 I was sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I enjoyed seeing him at our 40th high school reunion. We remembered a lot of the experiences we had together in scouts and high school. He will definitely be missed at the reunion this year. God be with you during this time. Presley JohnstonBetty & Jerry Davenport
Nome, AK Saturday, April 27, 2013 So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.