Craig, Missouri

Larry D. Flanagan, age 73, Craig, Missouri died Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Bryan East Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Larry was born August 3, 1950, in Fairfax, Missouri. He was the son of the late Worley and Hazel L. (Arnold) Flanagan.

He attended school and was a graduate of Fairfax High School Class of 1968. He also attended Northwest Missouri State University, in Maryville.

In his younger years he delivered newspapers in Fairfax. Larry also worked at Hunter’s Grocery Store starting as a sack boy, later becoming their butcher and eventually managing the entire store.

Larry started selling fireworks with Burt Smith in 1976. He was the owner of Liberty Fireworks, Poor Boy Fireworks and Fireworks Emporium.

Larry enjoyed fishing and watching football, especially the Cleveland Browns. He also liked gardening and camping at Hoot Owl Bend. His favorite holiday was the 4th of July when he enjoyed hosting family and friends for a big party.

The love of his life was his daughter Juli.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Ann Marie Flanagan and a stepson Thauan Andrade.

Survivors include his wife Teonilia of the home Craig, daughter Juli Flanagan and many friends.

Graveside funeral services will be held 2:00 PM, Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at the English Grove Cemetery, Fairfax. Pastor David Showalter officiating. Memorial: English Grove Cemetery, 26338 State Highway J, Fairfax, Missouri 64446.

Arrangements: Schooler Funeral Home, Fairfax/Craig

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