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Larry “Paw” Gordon LaFollette, Sr.

Date of Death: September 21, 2019

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Sunday 10/6, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Celebration of Life Gathering
American Legion Post 137
Capon Bridge, West Virginia

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Memorial contributions may be made to:
American Legion Post 137
P.O. Box 239
Capon Bridge, West Virginia 26711

Larry Gordon LaFollette, Sr., 70, of Gore, Virginia passed away Saturday, September 21, 2019, at his home.
Mr. LaFollette was born in 1949 in Winchester, Virginia, son of the late Granville “Pete” and Nellie “Polly” LaFollette. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served two tours in Vietnam achieving the rank of E-5 (Sgt). Mr. LaFollette was owner of LaFollette Construction and was a member of Hebron Baptist Church in Gore, Virginia.
He married Jenny Mantz on September 10, 1971 in Hagerstown, Maryland.
Surviving with his wife of 45 years is a son, Larry G. “Jake” LaFollette, Jr. and daughter, Jill K. LaFollette; grandchildren, Luke T. “Bear” and Katlynne LaFollette; Brodie, Jaxen, and Kenzi Sirbaugh; sister, Cathy Fouse (Jeff); brothers, Donald “Toad” LaFollette (Rose) and Dennis “Denny” LaFollette; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents Mr. LaFollette was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Lori LaFollette (Jake’s wife).
A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on Sunday, October 6th, from 4 pm to 7 pm at the American Legion Post 137, Capon Bridge, West Virginia.
Memorial contributions may be made in Paw’s memory to American Legion Post 137, P.O. Box 239, Capon Bridge, West Virginia 26711.

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Location Not Available
Sunday 10/6, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Celebration of Life Gathering
American Legion Post 137
Capon Bridge, West Virginia

Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to:
American Legion Post 137
P.O. Box 239
Capon Bridge, West Virginia 26711

Larry Gordon LaFollette, Sr., 70, of Gore, Virginia passed away Saturday, September 21, 2019, at his home. Mr. LaFollette was born in 1949 in Winchester, Virginia, son of the late Granville “Pete” and Nellie “Polly” LaFollette. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served two tours in Vietnam achieving the rank ofContinue Reading

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Reggie Ferguson left a message on November 18, 2021:
I sure do miss you Brother
Jeanne F Will left a message on October 4, 2019:
My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Joy LaFollette left a message on October 4, 2019:
With deepest sympathy and love to the LaFollette family
Donald and Betty Spaid left a message on October 3, 2019:
Jenny, Jill and Jake so sorry to hear of Larrys' passing. He was an old friend and he will be missed.
Julie Bohrer Masse left a message on September 28, 2019:
Jenny,Jake,and Jill,I was so saddened to hear about Larry's passing.My heart goes out to you all,We can never be prepared for the loss of a loved one,I pray the peace of God be with all of you,he will give you strength through his wonderful love to get you through this! Larry was a great man! "Jill after all these years since we became friends back in junior high school there was never a time I would see your dad that he didn't say hello or give me a big hug! We both will forever have great memories of our fathers" ! I love you all!
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Harry and Vicki Windell left a message on September 27, 2019:
Our deepest sympathies to the LaFollette family.
Debbie Macomber left a message on September 27, 2019:
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing, Jenny, Jake and Jill, I think of you often, may God continue to bless you....
Daniel and Tammy Morgan left a message on September 27, 2019:
Sending prayers. Larry was a great landlord to us and he became a Great Friend. He is going to be missed.
Nancy & Wendell Meade left a message on September 27, 2019:
Prayers and deepest sympathies to the family.
Pam Maphis left a message on September 27, 2019:
Mon and I are in shock I just talked with you on Saturday and told mom you all were doing well. Our prayers are with you all for God's comfort.
Jay & Barbara Grimm left a message on September 27, 2019:
Larry Was A Great Friend And Always There To Give a Helping Hand. Wonderful Home Builder And One Of A Kind Personality. He Will Be Greatly Missed. Our Prayers For All The Family.
Mike Purtlebaugh left a message on September 26, 2019:
Saddened to hear of Larry's passing. My prayers go out to his family.
Danny Riggleman left a message on September 26, 2019:
HE WAS A GREAT MAN AND A TRUE OUTDOORS MAN. STRONG LOVE FOR FAMILY AND COUNTRY. HE WILL BE MISSED!
peyton obannion left a message on September 26, 2019:
prayers for the family
Carol Kerns left a message on September 26, 2019:
Jenny, I was so sorry to read this. Sending love and prayers, Carol Kay
janet nesselrodt left a message on September 25, 2019:
Thoughts and Prayers Lafollette Family,
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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