Larry Stemper
Larry J. Stemper, age 66, of Adams, Wisconsin died Thursday, January 12, 2017 at Serenity House in Tomah, Wisconsin.
Memorial services will be 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 15, 2017 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. John K. Stake will officiate. Visitation will be 12 Noon until the time of service on Sunday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Interment will be at the White Creek Cemetery, Town of Easton, Wisconsin at a later date.
Larry was born January 1, 1951 in Hammond, Indiana to Michael F. and Ruth (Wildermuth) Stemper. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the Army. During his time in the Army he was stationed in Vietnam, Germany, Philippines, Korea, and Panama. He retired from the Army in 1993. He married Linda G. Hammond on April 6, 1974 in White Creek Congregational Church. Larry drove semi-truck for 13 years.
In October 2016, he was chosen to go on the Badger Honor Flight to Washington D.C. accompanied by fellow veteran and friend, Keith Lanphear.
Larry enjoyed fishing with his brother. He enjoyed playing blackjack and was quite good at it. Larry especially loved when relatives and friends came to visit. His best “buddy” at home was “Sarge” an orange tabby that could always make him laugh with his silly antics and purr to make his feel better.
Larry was a member of Grand Marsh Lions and a lifetime member of the Castle Rock Vietnam Vets Chapter 729.
Memorials may be directed in Larry’s memory to may be directed to his family.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Ruth Stemper; son, Triston M. Stemper; brother, Gerald Stemper; sister, Mary Stemper; and half-brother, Phil Cutrell;
Survivors:
Wife: Linda Stemper of Adams, Wisconsin
Daughter: Emily Stemper of Adams, Wisconsin
Brother: Terry J. (Cindy) Stemper of Amherst Junction, Wisconsin
Niece: Thana Hanneman of Amherst Junction, Wisconsin
Nephew: Terry J. (Ashley) Stemper Jr. of Amherst Junction, Wisconsin
Niece: Taitha (Darin) Koback of Waupaca, Wisconsin
Nephew: Bradley (Vicki) Stemper of Milladore, Wisconsin
Nephew: Jonathon Stemper of Friendship, Wisconsin
Niece: Mandy (Jeff) Stemper of Fitchburg, Wisconsin
Niece: Missy Stemper of Baraboo, Wisconsin
Great-Niece: Arianna Hanneman of Amherst Junction, Wisconsin
Great-Niece: Zaeva Stemper of Amherst Junction, Wisconsin
Great-Nephew: Dekovin Wendell Stemper of Amherst Junction, Wisconsin
Great-Nephew: Brandon Schuett of Baraboo, Wisconsin
Larry was generous and kind person and was always ready and willing to help out. He donated to “Feline Friends” and “Stuff the Bus.”
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
I was so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I hope you can find some comfort in your memories of Larry and your life together. Linda and Emily, I am sending hugs and prayers your way.
Prayers for Linda and Emily…I just heard of Larry’s passing today. So sorry for your loss.
Linda and Emily,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Hope you are doing OK.
So sorry for your loss Linda and family.
Aunt Linda and Emily, you both are in my heart and mind. My deepest condolences on Uncle Larry’s passing. Hugs.
So sorry for your loss. Larry was a life long friend that will be missed by many.
Will keep family in my prayers I knew larry and the rest of the family when we were all very young so sorry for your loss
Linda and Emily,
So sorry to hear this sad news!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
So very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
To Linda and Emily, So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you at this difficult time. Sending hugs and prayers to you.
Sorry for your loss.
Linda & Emily, Always so sad to lose a loved one, especially at such a young age. We know that Larry is at peace now. No more suffering. We are sending love & blessings your way.
Linda, Emily and family thinking of you during this difficult time, sending our thoughts and prayers.
Linda and Emily , You are in my prayers and thoughts. Take care.
My condolences to the Stemper family .
So sorry for your loss. Love you guys.
Sincere sympathy Linda family and friends
Terry, Cindy and families, So sorry for your loss!! Hugs and Best Wishes!!!
Im so sorry for your loss you guys are in my prayers n thoughts.
May God, family and friends comfort you during this difficult time
Linda and Emily, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family during this difficult time.
Linda and family so sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry for your loss Emily and your family you’ll guys will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda and Emily, It has been a long journey. We have to thank
God he has spared him any more pain. We send our love! Kay and Herb
Larry was a neighbor for years.Love and prayers to Emily,Linda and family. He will be missed.
So sorry for your families loss
Terry ,Cindy and family so sorry for your loss.