Larry Toews
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Larry Toews
RONAN — It is with great sadness that the family of Larry Duane Toews announces his passing, on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020, at the age of 81 years. Larry was born to Dan and Evelyn Toews on Oct. 8, 1939, in Shafter, California, where he remained until joining the United States Army in the 1950s. After being honorably discharged from the Army, Larry returned home to Shafter where he married Minnie and began his civilian career as a school bus driver for the City of Shafter.
After Minnie’s passing Larry remarried Betty and retired with her to Montana. He enjoyed everything Montana had to offer. He loved riding motorcycles, flying airplanes, hunting, fishing, camping, and taking long drives allowing him to enjoy the views only found in “Big Sky” country.
Larry is preceded in death by his parents Dan and Evelyn; his brother, Roland Toews; his wife Minnie; and his wife, Elizabeth “Betty” Toews.
Larry will be lovingly remembered by his brother, Lyle (JoAnn); his granddaughter, Brenda (Frank); his great-grandchildren, Jarrett, Jesse, Tayler Ann, Ray, and Jase; as well as numerous nieces, and loving friend Jan Schmitz.
A funeral service in memory of Larry will be held on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, at the Ronan Seventh-Day Adventist Church located at 36334 Mud Creek Lane in Ronan. An open viewing will be from 2-2:45 p.m. with the service starting at 3 p.m.
In accordance with Larry’s wishes he will be flown to Shafter, California, and interned there for his final resting place.
