Lawrence "Larry" Herickhoff Woodbury, Minnesota Obituary

Lawrence "Larry" Herickhoff

<p><span style="font-size:16px;"><em><strong>Lawrence &ldquo;Larry&rdquo; Herickhoff</strong></em></span><br /> Passed away peacefully on December 28, 2020.&nbsp; He was born on January 10, 1932.&nbsp;</p> <p>He was preceded in death by his parents, Anna and Bernard; brother, Harold; and son, Kevin.<br /> He is survived by his wife of 63 years Marlene; his children, Doris, Karen (Thomas) Lavorato, Brian, and Beth (Daniel) Simacek; 6 grandchildren, Luke (Cassie) Lavorato, Katrina (Todd) Swanson, Nicholas Lavorato, Kayla Simacek, Jonathon, and Troy Simacek.&nbsp; Larry was the oldest of 10 siblings and is survived by Irene (Eddie) Harren, Rita Walz, Robert (Pam), Charles, James (Ruth), Norma (Joe) Moening, Marie (Ken) Bezdicek, Mark (Donna), and Bernie (Linda).<br /> <br /> Larry loved to played softball and was still going strong at 88; he played in tournaments across the United States and in Europe. &nbsp; Larry was dedicated to St. Pascal&rsquo;s Baylon and the community within his church.&nbsp; He worked at the Farm Credit Bureau Services for 40+ years.&nbsp; Retirement led Larry and Marlene to spend their winter months in Mesa, AZ, where they met their second family and community.&nbsp; Larry spent most of his time volunteering, you could find him cooking hamburgers, making booya, selling Christmas trees, and working the bingo concession stand.&nbsp; He was a huge leader organizing teams to play softball or improving the community.&nbsp; Larry was a great dancer if a polka or waltz was playing, a competitive bowler, and quite the card player.<br /> <br /> <span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Public Visitation will be held 5-8pm Thursday, April 22 at O&rsquo;Halloran &amp; Murphy-Woodbury, 8700 Valley Creek Road. A private Funeral Mass will be held 10:30am Friday April 23 at St. Pascal&rsquo;s Baylon with live streaming available <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRlSgYBlYnObuoTKvLMoA0A">here</a>. Burial Calvary Cemetery.</strong></span><br /> <br /> Memorial donations may be made to St. Pascal&rsquo;s Baylon, 1757 Conway St., St. Paul, MN 55106</p> <p>Condolences may be left on the Tribute Wall.</p>
January 10, 1932 - December 28, 202001/10/193212/28/2020
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Sandy & Mark Peterson
April 19, 2021
Dear Marlene & Family,
We couldn't have asked for better neighbors than you and Larry and for over 20 years! I'll always remember Larry's hospitality at the annual fall get togethers in your driveway/garage as well as our trips to Arizona to stay in your "rental" condo.... Continue Reading
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Ron Mikolai
January 7, 2021
Marlene, I'm sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed meeting with you two. It was more pleasure than work. You and your family have my condolences. Larry will be greatly missed. They will be happy to get a great ballplayer up there!
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Lowell Thompson
January 5, 2021
Marlene, I am so sorry for your loss. It is a loss to so many others also. Rarely do you find such a friendly person as Larry and one who is always smiling. He was a good one indeed and will be missed.
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John Fleischhaker, OSC
January 5, 2021
Dear Marlene,  So sorry to hear about Larry's death.  I have included him and your in my Masses.
It was always a joy to see you whenever our paths crossed.  He left the world in a better place.
Peace and deepest condolences to you and your family.  Fr. John Fleischhack... Continue Reading
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Ron Baregi
January 5, 2021
This message is for Karen and Tom Lavorato, and the entire Herickhoff family. I am so sorry to hear about your father's death, especially during this very difficult time grappling with COVID. His picture looks just like the man I met in the med 70s ever so briefly while ... Continue Reading
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Hoang & Joyce
January 5, 2021
Beth - So sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.

Hoang & Joyce
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Keith Henjum
January 4, 2021
Marlene, so sorry for your loss. Larry will be missed. He always had a smile, was fun, cheerful and had such a passion for the game. May your memories bring you comfort. Keith Henjum
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Denece Dreger
January 4, 2021
As a Farm Credit retiree, I was blessed to work with Larry!  Loved seeing he and Marlene dance!  Larry always had a smile and a positive comment for everyone!  My thoughts to Larry's family at  this difficult time.
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Daryl and Jackie Tweeton
January 4, 2021
We extend our sympathy on your loss of Larry. His obituary shows he was not only a loving father, but lively and lots of fun, too. We know you will all miss him very much, but we hope the memories of your good times together will provide comfort as you grieve.
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Barbara Pagel
January 4, 2021
What a great guy! Prayers and positive thoughts for the Herickhoff family--for your peace, for your celebration of his life, for memories of a special man in your lives.
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