In Remembrance Of
Larry Branstuder
Larry Branstuder, 73, of Smithville, MO passed away, February 16, 2025.
He was born on July 9, 1951 to George William and Helen Louise (Baker) Branstuder in Kansas City, MO. Larry grew up in Gower where he attended school.
He was united in marriage to Idona Tate. After their marriage they lived in Gower, Plattsburg and later moved to Smithville where they made their home. He was preceded in death by his wife, Idona, on November 7, 2011.
Larry worked for Kindred Chevrolet in Smithville for many years. After his retirement he spent time working on small engines for friends and family. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, and hunting.
He was also preceded in death by his parents and sister Nancy Shalvay.
Larry is survived by his children, Chris (Kristie) Barnhill, Lori Ackerman, Jason Barnhill, Shay Branstuder (Sonja), and Kari Davis (Mike); grandchildren, Shane, Courtney, Colby, Brysen, Blake, Tara, Becky, Kylie, Brooke and Taylor; great-grandchildren, Ollie, Oakley, Hudson, Jameson, Ryker, Levi, Amelia, and Asher; brother, Bill (Joyce) Branstuder; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
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Michael Scearce
Very sorry to hear that Larry had passed. My sincerest condolences.
Mike Scearce
Vicky Deering
The Ole Shamrock Gang Miss You Larry
So glad you followed us to Snappy Gas Station after Shamrock closed down. !
Loved Al our visits and will play some
George Jones For You !! So glad I gave you those Rose Colored Glasses !!
Give Shannon a big Hug from Us !!
Prayers to you and your family 🙏
Mary Felix
I love you Uncle Larry, im so glad to got to meet Bob. We will miss you greatly. Rest in peace, until we all get to be in Heaven together. Hopefully God will understand and let us have a HUGE bbq!
Nick McClun
Love this guy. Gonna miss him like crazy. Fly high Larry.
Kathy Dale miller
So sorry for your loss
Doris & Suzie Morgan
So sorry to hear this he was such a nice man. Thoughts and prayers to the family. May he RIP.
Dan Price
so very sorry to hear of Larry’s passing he and I were very good friends hadn’t seen him for years we worked at the Phillips 66 gas station in Plattsburgh when we were young kids we had so much fun together I have a lot of good stories about he and I working there I always wanted to reconnect with him over the years but it’s just like everything else you always wait until it’s too late
Ken Pike
Rest in peace my friend. My prayers and condolences to all his family.
Jerry McKown
Larry was a great friend to me and will be missed!
Anita Burchit
so sorry prayers for comfort