Lawrence Larry William Bliss, age 70, of Adams, Wisconsin died Monday, January 24, 2011 at his home.
A Memorial Gathering will be held Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Larry was born June 30, 1940 in Aurora, Illinois to Ralph Loren and Tersa (Waltz) Bliss. He married Joyce Ellen Hansen on January 29, 1960 in Aurora, Illinois. They made their home in Aurora, where they lived for 30 years and raised their four sons. Larry retired from Caterpillar Tractor Company in 1989 after 30 years of service. They retired to their home in Easton, where they have resided for the past 20 years.
Larry enjoyed hunting, fishing, and woodworking.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Tersa Bliss; and brother, Ronald Bliss.
Survivors:
Wife: Joyce E. Bliss of Adams, Wisconsin
Son: Lawrence W. Bliss Jr. of Adams, Wisconsin
Son: Adams L. (Kim) Bliss of Aurora, Illinois
Son: Mitchell A. (Angie) Bliss of Adams, Wisconsin
Son: Alex M. Bliss of Valrico, Florida
Brother: Jeffery O. (Sue) Bliss of Montgomery, Illinois
Brother: Mark A. (Patsy) Bliss of Missouri
Sister: Sandra Bliss of Aurora, Illinois
Many Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
This man was incredible! I became familiar with him when I dated Alex in 1989-1990. His energy and spunk made me laugh every day I visited their home. God Bless you Joyce and love to your wonderful family! ~ Stephenie
This man was incredible! I became familiar with him when I dated Alex in 1989-1990. His energy and spunk made me laugh every day I visited their home. God Bless you Joyce and love to your wonderful fsmily! ~ Stephenie
So sorry to hear of Larry’s death, He was my brother and I loved him. Too bad we never got to spend time together after he moved to Wisconsin. It was a loss for us all. Prayers go out to all the family.
Many thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Forever in my Heart
We are very saddened for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Your story telling was the best and will be missed by all that had the privilege to hear them.
So sorry for your loss.
We are very sorry for lose. Are prayers go out to you and your family.
Many,many great memories,many great times! Thanks for all those years!
R.I.P. dad will miss you now you are at peace. Love you
Gonna Miss You Very Much Grandpa.Love you lots.
Thanks grandpa I will miss fishing with you.
Love ya grandpa and I Miss You
I will miss you very much