Larry Laverty

Larry Thomas Laverty, Sr. Larry Laverty, 78, of Marshalltown passed away May 7th, 2018 after a short illness. He was born September 27, 1939 and was the only child of Glatha and Thomas Laverty in  Laurel, Iowa. He enjoyed early fame by winning the Healthiest Baby trophy at the Iowa State Fair when he was two years old.  He attended Laurel High School and continued his education at Iowa State University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture.  He was married to the love of his life, Kay  Louise Sheeley in 1961. She left life before him in 2003.  Larry is survived by his four children, assorted grandchildren and a few great grandchildren. Alana Laverty Latchaw(Graham Latchaw) and her children Michael, Chandra (mother of Romy and Leroy), and  Farren; Megan Laverty Brubaker (William Brubaker) and their children Kelsey, Elliott and Grayson; Larry Thomas Laverty, Jr. (Kimberly Laverty) and his children Lora, Robert and Lindsey; and Wynne  Laverty Brothers, mother of Alexander and Marissa, with Alex preceding his grandfather in death.  Larry Laverty farmed for many years in Laurel, Iowa. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved being a part of the Tallcorn Cruisers, taking many trips in his FJ Cruiser to go  four-wheeling in places like Moab, Utah. He was even featured in several magazines, and was especially proud of having his FJ on the cover of a Tallcorn Cruisers issue.   He enjoyed traveling, he enjoyed going to national parks, camping and trout fishing. He loved all things scientific and rational, always staying up to date on the latest gadgets and technology.  Larry was active with Iowa Atheists and Freethinkers, several conservation groups, politics, and he was a big fan of the Walking Dead.   Larry also enjoyed music, always playing loud rock while driving, and he enjoyed attending numerous concerts. With his varied interests and a love of intelligent conversation Larry was a fun and  fascinating man to hang out with.  Larry will be cremated and there will be celebration of his life at the Mitchell Funeral Home on Saturday May 12th from 3 to 5 Pm.   If you feel like making a donation in his name, he has supported the World Wildlfe Fund for many years.  (Support.worldwildlife.org)  On the subject of life, death and mortal existence one of Larry's favorite quotes came from Kurt Vonnegut....."and so it goes"