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Larry Moore Obituary
July 29, 1947 - Aug. 1, 2012
Larry A. Moore, 65, a former resident of Vallejo, passed away from complications due to Parkinson's disease, on Aug. 1, in So. Lake Tahoe, with his family by his side. He was the son of Leonard and Betty Lanham of Vallejo, the eldest of three children. They settled in Vallejo in 1956, where Larry attended school at Steffan Manor, Pennycook, and Hogan Jr. High.
Larry was a football, basketball, and baseball standout at Hogan Sr. High School, graduating in 1965. While attending Solano College he was one of the key pitchers for coach Stan McWillams's Falcon's. Larry, a 6'4", 210 pounder fireballer, pitched semi-pro baseball in the summer of 1967 in Petaluma, CA. The following spring, Larry signed with the San Francisco Giants and reported for spring training in Casa Grande, AZ., March 20, 1968. His strong arm and size attracted the interest of numerous scouts, including the Minnesota Twins and Pittsburg Pirates. After several seasons with the Giants, he joined the Monteral Royals where he received MVP status, and offers from the Cincinnati Red Sox's and the Chicago Cubs. Unfortunately, due to a severe injury to his pitching arm, he was forced to end his baseball career.
Larry and his family settled in So. Lake Tahoe in 1985, fulfilling his childhood dream of "Living in God's Country". He worked security for many headline entertainers, including Elvis Presley, and played guitar with several local bands. Larry will be remembered for his athletic abilities and his sense of humor, which he maintained throughout his courageous battle with Parkinson's disease.
Larry was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Lanham, and brother, Jimmy. He is survived by his wife, Camille, of 26 years; daughters, Sarah and Cassy; sons, J.D., Lee (wife, January) and Cody; numerous grandchildren, Aeris, Tami, and Lee Jr.; father, Leonard; brother, Christopher (wife, Nicole), and sister, Diana.
On Aug. 22, there will be a private graveside service with immediate family only, followed by a "Celebration of Life" for Larry at 4 p.m., at the Sugar Pine Point State Park.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Moore
Shirley Hutton
August 26, 2012
What a beautiful testimony to 'friendship,' Jerry. Thank you....
jerry Bertsch
August 25, 2012
Larry & I Were An Unlikely Friendship... He Was A Yr. Younger Than Me & Him At 6'4" Me At 5'6" But We Became Fast Friends At 14 &15 yrs. Old After I Faced Him In Peanut League Baseball & Stood My Ground & Almost Beat Out A Ground Ball Single... We Had Mutual Respect For Each Other After That...
Larry & I Drove His Tangerine Orange Mustang Down To Santa Cruise In The 60's & Spent A Week Bumming Around Sleeping On The Beach... He Always Had His 12 String Guitar With Him & Never A Shortage Of Female Admirers...
Larry Taught Me How To Snow Ski At Tahoe, We Went For Long Rides On Our Harley's, To Berryessa & Beyond & Just Hung Out Together... Having Fun...
He Would Push Me Physically & I Did Things I Thought I Would Never Do... For That He Made Me A Better Person... & I Will Be Forever Grateful To Him For That...
Life Took Us In Different Directions As We Became Adults... But Larry Always Remained A Friend...
The Last Time I Spoke To Him On The Phone It Was Difficult For Him To Talk Do To His Illness... So I Cut The Conversation Short...
I'll Miss You My Friend...
Thanks For The Great Memories...
Rest Easy Larry...
Diana Lanham
August 21, 2012
It's been 3 weeks since you left us,to begin your journey homeward. It was just yesterday that we shared a great laugh, a few tears, and I can still feel the warmth of your "Big Bear Hugg". I hope I never lose that feeling...Untill we meet again my Big Brother, I miss you sooo much, And I Love You Moore! Rest in Peace Larry and Fly with The Angels..Your Sis.
Russ Aubrey
August 20, 2012
Larry was four years ahead of me at Hogan, but I remember him very well. He was friends with two of my older sisters. I'm sorry to hear of this news, and extend my best wishes to the family.
Linda Elsdon
August 19, 2012
I knew Larry in high school. What a wonderful person. I know he will be missed by many.
August 17, 2012
Diana,so sorry for your lose. Remember Larry as your big brother and the cute guy ,when he and my sister dated. Great athlete, nice guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his family. Patty Pena-Harnois, Vallejo
Sandy Wallace
August 17, 2012
Larry and I went to school together, what a nice guy, we sure missed him at the reunion recently. Rest in piece Larry.
Rob Gerig
August 16, 2012
Diana. I am so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I have fond memories of the neighborhood days. He was one of the best three sport athletes to come out of Hogan in the mid to late 60's!
Kevin Donaldson
August 16, 2012
Camille and Family,
My sincerest condolances on Larry's passing. I have many fond memories of you guys when you lived on Benicia Road and often had wondered where you guys were, I'm sad to find out this way. Thinking of you and praying for you during this hard time, with Love And Respect Always, God Bless, Kevin
Anne Hernandez
August 15, 2012
Diane, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I remember all the great times we had as kids. My prayers are with you and your family.
Sandy Lewis (Kersting)
August 15, 2012
Diane - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. I remember Larry fondly as the "older brother" when we were kids. Remember how he used to tease us all the time! My very best to you and your family. He will be sorely missed. Love & Hugs Sandy Lewis (Kersting)
Beverley Van Gundy (Purser)
August 14, 2012
I went to school with Larry also. My heart goes out to his wife and family. Sounds like he had a wonderful life, just ended too soon. May he be in peace.
Ronald Powers
August 14, 2012
Will miss you Larry
Judy Bowling Phillips
August 14, 2012
I have so many memories of Larry - we went to school together for all those years at Hogan (& even back at Steffan Manor Elem.) Also Vallejo JC. I could tell of some funny incidents.....my dad called his new orange Mustang a big tin can.....(we were Chevy people)...I will miss you, Larry. My sympathy to his wife and children...what a loss! You are all in my prayers.
Leon Boulton
August 14, 2012
I got to visit with Larrry at the last class reunion. I knew he was not well then but I thought he was improving. One day I lost contact with him and felt the worst was in process. He was my go to wide reveiver on the varsity football team as well as a team mate in baseball and basketball. We spent a lot of time together and I considered him a great friend. I am so sorry for his loss and my prayers go out to his family.
Shirley Hutton
August 14, 2012
Cheryl and I just adored Larry in High School. Bless his heart, he is chillin' with Jesus, now.
Love from, "the Hutton twins"
August 14, 2012
My husband and I went to school with Larry and remember what a nice guy he was no matter what your status was he was always kind. He was a great athletic and I am pleased to know that he was able to continue. The best part he fulfilled his dream of living in God's Country. What a blessing.
To his wife, and family. Our deepest sympathy God Bless you all.
Walter and Terri (Lopes) Scruggs
Michael Freitas
August 14, 2012
Same neighborhood, attended the same schools as Larry, and remember him well. He was a good guy in every way, and a terrific athlete. I can still feel the sting of those fast balls in my glove hand from those teen years.
We missed Larry at our recent class get together. My sincere condolences to his family, especially Diana whom I also remember from way back then. May he rest in peace. Michael Freitas,
Pat Heide
August 14, 2012
I went to jr. and senior high school with Larry, he was a good friend. I am so sorry to learn of his passing. Didn't know he guarded Elvis when he appeared in Tahoe, he was probably there when I was in the audience. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. We will all miss him.
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