Larry Andrus

LARRY ANDRUS Click here to view a video of Larry's life IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Larry Joel Andrus, 71, of Ucon, passed away April 4, 2008, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center of lung disease. He was born May 10, 1936, In Idaho Falls, to Todd Woodruff Andrus and Hortense Naomi Hansen Andrus. He grew up in Ucon, where he attended school and graduated from Bonneville High School. He went on to attend Ricks College, BYU, and Utah State University. Larry served his country in the Idaho National Guard. On September 14, 1961, Larry married Shirley Gruvman in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Together they had six children. He lived in Ucon his entire life. He owned his own trucking business, Larry J. Andrus and Sons Coal & Grain. For the last fourteen years, he worked for Doug Andrus Distributing. Larry was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served an LDS mission to the British Isles. He was in the Bishopric in the Ucon First Ward and on the High Council of the Ucon Stake; he held many other church callings, as well. Larry sang in various quartets all his life. He was in school musicals and enjoyed singing with his sons. He loved to spend time with his family and was the most loving man to his children and grandchildren. Larry was known throughout the valley for his fairness and integrity. People loved to associate and visit with him. Survivors include: Wife: Shirley Andrus, Ucon, ID Son: Joel (Rachel) Andrus, Ucon, ID Daughter: LaNae (Dennis) Porter, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Todd (Tani) Andrus, Hyrum, UT Son: Jon (Melinda) Andrus, Ucon, ID Son: Jason (Shelley) Andrus, Ucon, ID Daughter: Judy (McKay) Lowder, Aberdeen, ID Brother: Gary (Margaret) Andrus, Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Corinne (Ken) Doty, Portland, OR 21 Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Mona Smith. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at the Ucon LDS Ward, 10854 North 41st East, with Bishop Brad Carlson officiating. Family will visit with friends Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 North Ridge Ave., and Wednesday for one hour prior to services at the church. Burial will be in the Ucon Cemetery. ------------------------------------ Condolences received online: Gordon Woolf gwoolf1@juno.com My the time has gotten away but the memories of such a wonderful man remain. At this time of reflection, may his life of service and love be of great comfort to you. He blessed those he served and those who knew him otherwise. I recall a very inspirational comment made that makes me think of Larry at a time such as this: “This is the great reward of service. To live, far out and on, in the life of others; this is the mystery of the Christ -- to give life’s best for such high sake that it shall be found again unto life eternal.” Lt. Colonel Joshua L. Chamberlain, Commander of the Twentieth Maine Volunteers, Civil War God Bless you and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Lovingly, Gordon Woolf Linda Watts watts@gkbaum.com Aunt Shirley and all my cousins: Wanted to send my sympathies to you. I would be there to share this sorrow with you, but cannot. My husband just had ankle surgery and can't move. Please know that you are all in my prayers. The gospel can offer such comfort at this time. It will still hurt and you will miss him, but you will be with him again as a forever family. What a blessing to know that truth. All my love and prayers at this time. Linda Doty Watts and family Kevin & Cassandra Doty Kevin_doty@msn.com Shirley and Family: You have been, and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all, and wish our very best for you at this time. We pray for the spirit of Heavenly Father to bless, comfort and sustain each of you. We will be unable to attend the service, but our oldest daughter Alyse Doty who is attending school in Rexburg will be there as our family representative. I have asked to her give all of you a hug from us. We love you. Kevin and Cassandra Doty Layne & Tami Barber idc@cableone.net Wow, we can't believe it. Just last week we were talking toyou about your dad. Our hearts and thoughts are with you - it is an "interesting" time in your lives - one you can't describe to others, they have to experience it for themselves. Keep remembering the fun and laughter and silly stuff that kept you together as a family . . . . Love from your "Other Sis" Tami & Layne Mr. & Mrs. Claude Rydalch brydalch@ronan.net Dear Vonda and family, We just learned of Lorin passing away. We are so sorry for the lose of a friend and fellow firefighter! He will be missed. May our Heavenly Father pour out many blessings in your behalf to help comfort you and your family. Please know that you are in our prayers. Sincerely yours, Claude and Jeanniene Bob Doolittle Rob_doo@msn.com You are in our families thoughts and prayers. I enjoyed the time getting to know Larry better. He is a great man. Kelli Aders kellie@ida.net Shirley, My boys and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. You have touched a lot of people in life and know that we in turn are thinking of you. It's a blessing to know that families are forever! Sincerely, Kelli Aders Nicholas and Kyle Ellingford Marian & Sam Brinton We are so sorry for your loss and want you to know that you are in our thoughts. Gayle Poole Pooleg_60@yahoo.com Dear Shirley, LaNea, Judy, I am sorry for your loss. I know how much your dad and husband was loved and that he will be greatly missed by all. Just know that friends are thinking of you at this time. May the peace and knowledge of Gods great love comfort you and see you through at this time. My prayers are with you. Gayle Rodger and Carol (Maxfield) Jensen Shirley and Family, We wer saddened to learn about Larry. Please know we care and express our love and sympathy to all of you at this tender time. May Heavenly Father put his arms around all of you to give you strength, comfort and peace. Love, Rodger and Carol Jensen