Larry W. Claffey, age 63, of Mount Gilead, passed away Monday, July 4, 2016, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was born on February 14, 1953, in Marion, to the late Fairfax and Patricia (Altenburger) Claffey. Larry graduated from Harding High School in the class of 1972.
On January 10, 1973, Larry married the love of his life, Kathy M. Mason, in Caledonia, OH.
Some would say Larry’s true love was for old cars. He loved wheeling and dealing, building, fixing, and driving all kinds of older style cars. Larry’s personality though was bigger than he and was always willing to help others in need. Larry couldn’t help but be ornery. If he liked you, you better believe he was going to crack jokes and pick on you at your expense. His sense of humor and ability to make others laugh will truly be missed by many.
Wednesday mornings will never be the same. Every Wednesday Larry and a group of friends often met in his garage. This special group of guys quickly became titled “the liars club”.
Larry spent his working days as a machinist. Most of his time was working at HPM until they closed their doors. More recently, Larry enjoyed working in the maintenance and facilities department for the Morrow County Hospital.
He will be dearly missed by his wife, Kathy; sons: Scott (Janice) Claffey of Delaware and Jason (Kelli Bean) Claffey of Columbus; granddaughter, Haley Claffey; sister, Lori (Paul) Swartz of Marion; step-mother, Norma Claffey; his dog he adopted from the shelter, Shiloh; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents and brothers: Michael and Mark Claffey.
Family will greet friends on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 from 3 to 6 PM at the Snyder Funeral Home, Craven Chapel. 67 N. Main St., Mt. Gilead. Services celebrating his life will follow at 6 PM with Pastor Steve Bloomfield officiating.
If desired, memorial contributions in Larry’s memory can be made to the Morrow County Dog Shelter.
Snyder Funeral Homes of Mount Gilead are honored to have been chosen to serve Larry’s family and your condolences may be expressed to them by visiting www.SnyderFuneralHomes.com.
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