Lawrence M. "Larry" Vanderhider III's Obituary
Lawrence "Larry" Mark Vanderhider III, age 63 of Longton, KS., died Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at his home. Larry was born on July 6, 1954, in Houston, TX the son of Lawrence Mark and Nancy Jane (Mills) Vanderhider II
Larry worked most of his life as a Fitter/Welder. On January 7, 2000 in Ft. Wayne, IN, Larry married Linda Jean Smallwood, she survives at their home. Earlier in life, while living in Texas, Larry took in and cared for rescued horses. He loved to BBQ, go camping and fishing, and do carpentry work. Most of all, Larry loved his family and visiting with his friends.
Including his wife Linda, survivors are:
Daughter:
Christina Nicole Vanderhider of Cherryvale, KS
Larry was proceeded in death by his parents, brother: Donald Vanderhider and sister Goldia Lindow
Cremation has been requested, with no services currently planned. Online condolences may be left at: www.countrysidefh.com. The family request memorial donations to help defray funeral expenses, and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Services are entrusted to: Countryside Funeral Home 420 S. 20th St., P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736
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