1955-2012
A Memorial Gathering for Larry Fisk McGlinn, Jr., 57, Lawrence, KS will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence, KS. Private inurnment will be at a later date at the Altoona Cemetery in Altoona, KS. He died on Friday, December 7, 2012 at his home.
Larry was born on December 4, 1955 in Neodesha, KS, the son of Larry F. McGlinn, Sr. and Shirley Ann Rakestraw McGlinn. He had lived in Lawrence since 1965, when he moved here from Neodesha. He was a Lawrence High School graduate. He was baptized and a member of the Episcopal Church of the Ascension in Neodesha.
He was a long-time painting contractor and had most recently worked for Lawrence Decorating Service.
Larry was an avid bass tournament fisherman in and around Lawrence and was well-known for his skills. He had worked part-time at Lunker’s Bait in Lawrence as well as Bass Pro in Olathe. He was also a life member of the NRA.
Survivors include a daughter, Ashley McGlinn, of Lawrence, KS, his parents, Larry and Shirley McGlinn, Sr., of Lawrence, KS, two sisters, Teresa (husband, Richard) Magnuson, of Lawrence, KS, Tracey (husband, Jack) Schafer, of Lawrence, KS, three grandsons, Nicholas Wallace, Cameron Doyle, Parker Doyle, three nephews, Patrick and Jacob Magnuson, Cole Schafer all of Lawrence and his companion, Patty Ogle, of Worden, KS.
The family will receive friends until 8:30 p.m.
The family suggests memorials in his name to the American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of the mortuary.
Guestbook Entries
Date: Jan 13, 2013
Name: Jerry Hammann
Entry: My condolences to your family. I worked with Larry while I was working with Lawrence Decorating Services. He was a good friend and will be missed!
Date: Dec 12, 2012
Name: Cindy Dameron
Entry: what a sad day. my heart goes out to all those in grief. Condolences.
Date: Dec 11, 2012
Name: Priscilla Hedges
Entry: Shirley & Larry, I'm very sorry to learn of Larry Jr's passing. I have good memories of him coming over to the house playing pool with Jim & Richard,going fishing & playing softball. He was a delight & all around good person.Please extend my sympathy to Patty Ogle.
Date: Dec 10, 2012
Name: Tammy Copp-Barta
Entry: Mr. & Mrs. McGlinn and family,
I was so sorry to ready about Larry in the newspaper. I remember him at the house working with Dad. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Date: Dec 10, 2012
Name: Bob and Brenda Sweeney
Entry: We remember the good times with Larry at The West Coast Salon years ago. He will be forever missed. RIP Larry
Our thoughts are with the McGlinn family,
Bob and Brenda Sweeney
Date: Dec 10, 2012
Name: Bob and Brenda Sweeney
Entry: We remember the good times with Larry at The West Coast Salon years ago. He will be forever missed. RIP Larry
Our thoughts are with the McGlinn family,
Bob and Brenda Sweeney
Date: Dec 10, 2012
Name: Julie Crowe
Entry: Tracey and family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your Brother. Please know your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers and if there is anything at all we can do for you, please let us know.
Julie & Gary Crowe
Date: Dec 10, 2012
Name: Jeff Tryon
Entry: Dear McGlinn family, My sincere condolences. I shared a lot of good times playing softball with Larry in the 70's and 80's. I'll always remember him as a good friend.
Date: Dec 9, 2012
Name: Steve Hammig
Entry: I'm so sorry to hear about Larry we had some great times.
Date: Dec 9, 2012
Name: Charlotte Murphy
Entry: Shirley, sorry to read online of Larry's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Date: Dec 9, 2012
Name: Cindy Craig-Williams
Entry: I remember when Larry would come into Colorport while working there. He was always polite and had a smile on his face. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Date: Dec 8, 2012
Name: Wanda (Copp) Howard
Entry: I'am so sorry about Larry. I remember when he worked with Melvin,he was alot of fun to be around,Tammy and Tim enjoyed him also. He could put a smile on your face the minute he came in the room. My prayers are with you and your family. He will never be forgotten.
Date: Dec 8, 2012
Name: Carolyn Wiley
Entry: Dear Larry and Shirley,
I am so sorry to hear of your son's passing. My sincere condolences to you both.
