Husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, brother, cousin, and friend. Larry passed away on Thursday, May 16th, 2024 at the age of 80. He was born in Ashland, Ohio, on September 22, 1943. Larry was the son of the late Ivan Lawrence Winger and the late Eula Dudte Winger Newton, and little brother to the late David Winger. He was also husband to the late Sally Lynn Winger. He loved life on the farm and excelled in athletics. He graduated from Ashland High School with his sweetheart, Sally Lynn Stuart. Larry and Sally married in 1961, sealed in the Logan Utah Temple, then attended Utah State University. After he completed his degree in Education and Vocational Agricultural, Larry and Sally returned with their family back to Ohio and purchased his childhood farm.
Larry with his bride by his side created a legacy 60 years running. Dad, once a young sapling, with roots running deep, branched out to become a father to 9 daughters and 1 son. In time he became a grandfather to 44 grandchildren and 51 great grand-children. He rose to the challenge of providing for his large family wearing many hats through the years. His name synonymous with hard work, included: deputy sheriff, business owner, farming/gardening, teaching, coaching, mentoring youth, supporting the local FFA, hot oiling, independent sales, and managing church responsibilities to name a few. During his career he created life-long friendships. Life was an adventure. Dad brought the fun.
Too quickly, Dad found himself navigating retirement and empty nesting. In this new phase of life, Larry and Sally enjoyed genealogy and spending time in the temple. Dad shared his testimony as a living example of our Savior Jesus Christ through his works and deeds. The sacrifice of caring for a large family paid off. Epic was their joy as they watched grandchildren at numerous sporting events and activities. They were always eager to join their growing family camping in the canyons of Southeastern Utah, boating on Lake Powell, cruising the seas, touring the Midwest with its beautiful fall colors, exploring the Alaskan wilderness, relaxing on the beaches of Hawaii, sightseeing in Yellowstone, and participating in numerous family traditions.
Larry’s legacy, is full of love, laughter, and learning. Each of us strengthened by Dad’s teachings. He planted within us the ability to do hard things, to persevere, and a sure knowledge of a Father in Heaven who loves us. May we find comfort in Dad’s example as we continue forward, finding joy until we meet again.
Memorialized:
LDS Church
3477 E River Bottom Road
Spanish Fork, UT
Funeral Friday May 24
Viewing 12 noon
Funeral 2 pm
4 Condolences for Larry Dean Winger
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Alan Lisonbee says
May 24, 2024 at 4:57 pmI worked with your dad at the Sheriff’s Office. He was and is a great guy. He was great with people and always positive. Others would get down or frustrated and he would smile and start lightening things up.
I was always amazed at his energy. He worked long hours and when I ran into him a few times after he retired he was always working somewhere or doing something with family. He was always happy.
He will be missed by all of us who worked with him.
Virgil Witt says
May 24, 2024 at 6:02 pmWhat a friend we enjoyed so much time together
I think of them both and all you kids watching you grow up and having families.
RIP my friend
David Farley says
May 24, 2024 at 10:48 pmLarry, the WINGMAN, was a legend at the Utah County Jail. He worked more than any other employee for years and then often competed with Randolph to see who would have the most hours for each year.
Like Alan mentioned above, even though he worked a crazy amount of hours, he always maintained a positive attitude and was willing to help out wherever he could. Inmates appreciated his down to earth approach and he rarely had any problems in his units because the inmates respected him and made sure things ran smoothly.
I was there with Larry for nearly his whole career. I enjoyed my time working with him and got to do a few things with him outside of work. He was a fantastic person and would always put a smile on your face. He was funny. He was probably the one we all missed the most when he retired!
Love You Larry! You will always be THE MAN! Thanks for the example that you set and showing others how to live a great life in and outside of work. You definitely MADE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of many people. Wish I could have been there today.
Jo (Pinski) Robertson says
May 30, 2024 at 3:22 pmWe want to send our deepest and sincere sympathies to the families. We are thankful for the times he was able to come to Ashland. Grateful that his family was able to get him to the Winger cousins get together to see them. He lit up the room with his smile.
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