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Mr Larry Charles Smrz
- February 14, 1953 - September 5, 2010
- Indianapolis, Indiana
of Larry's Passing
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“I worked at Morgan Co Hospital with Larry and he was always so
helpful and willing to go the extra mile.
He will be so missed.
Your family is my...Read More »
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1 of 41 | Posted by: Jennifer Wells - IN
“I had the pleasure or working with Larry many years ago at Hinsdale Hospital. He was a dedicated Blood Banker and loved to argue BB processes,...Read More »
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2 of 41 | Posted by: Estelina Galva-Burgos - Aurora, IL
“What a loss...I have known Larry for about 5 months. I will always be indebted to him. He was on the interview team which hired me...I had not had...Read More »
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3 of 41 | Posted by: Tamra Jones
“Dear Smrz Family,
On behalf of the Joshi Family, we want to convey our deepest condolences to your family. Mr. Smrz was a very caring, generous,...Read More »
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4 of 41 | Posted by: The Joshi Family - Indianapolis, IN
“May God bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Maurina Brown
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5 of 41 | Posted by: Maurina Brown - Martinsville, IN
“I was only able to work with Larry for a short period of time while at Clarian North, but he left a lasting impression on me. He always greeted me...Read More »
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6 of 41 | Posted by: Carmen Adkins - Danville, IN
“My prayers goes out to the family of Larry always talked to him on the phone when calls up results. This is so sad and I will keep his family in my...Read More »
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7 of 41 | Posted by: Angela Cherry - Indianapolis, IN
“The AABB staff will truly miss, Larry.
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8 of 41 | Posted by: Sheila Jones - Bethesda, MD
“To Larry's family and co-workers,
Words cannot express how very sorry I am about Larry's untimely passing. I will always remember him as a kind,...Read More »
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9 of 41 | Posted by: Mary Pape-Orlowski - Fishers, IN
“Larry was a friend and a good mentor. I will miss him for
sure.
My sincere condolence to his family.
Eternal rest unto him o Lord. May...Read More »
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10 of 41 | Posted by: haydee d. gloria
“Am so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He worked 2nd shift at St John's in Anderson and I came to work before he left for the day. He always had a...Read More »
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11 of 41 | Posted by: Patsy Borgstadt - Heber Springs, AR
“I have known Larry for about a year and he was truly special, Larry was arguably one of the smartest and kindest people I have ever had the pleasure...Read More »
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12 of 41 | Posted by: Rema Hernandez - Plainfield, IN
“It was with great sadness that I learned this news. Larry and I have been friends for about 23 years. I am at a loss for words to fully describe my...Read More »
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13 of 41 | Posted by: Marc Meyers - Lake in the Hills, IL
“Becky, Kathy, Kevin...I'm sitting here, crying like none other. So forgive any spelling errors. There are TOO many memories!!! Becky....rem. night...Read More »
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14 of 41 | Posted by: Sylvia "Mom" Walsh
“I first met Larry working at the The Heart Center in Carmel, and then worked with him again at Clarian North. His positive attitute about everything...Read More »
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15 of 41 | Posted by: Patrick Napier - Noblesville , IN
“Larry was a vibrant, healthy, kindhearted soul that I had the pleasure to work with. I am deeply sorry for your loss. It is so hard when it is so...Read More »
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16 of 41 | Posted by: Margaret Reid
“I've known Larry for more than 10years. Hearing the news of his passing was a knife in my heart.
Larry was so much more than a coworker-he was a...Read More »
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17 of 41 | Posted by: Sheryll Johnson - Brownsburg, IN
“What a blessing it has been knowing Larry. One whom was so proud of this family. Larry and I talked many of time's about any and everything,vast...Read More »
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18 of 41 | Posted by: Twilla Westbrooks - Carmel, IN
“I remember living in the dining room when he lived in the townhome. He graciously opened up his house for us. Having late night talks once in...Read More »
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19 of 41 | Posted by: Daisy Hanke - Lexington, KY
“I have known Larry ever since I moved to Indianapolis-almost 7 years now. I first met him working at St. Francis, and then we worked together at...Read More »
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20 of 41 | Posted by: Natalie Pretzsch - Indianapolis, IN
“Life is but a stopping place,
A pause in what's to be,
A resting place along the road
To sweet eternity.
We all have different journeys,
...Read More »
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21 of 41 | Posted by: Kathi, Kevin, and Becky Smrz
“It was always a pleasure to call down to the lab from the ED and hear Larry in the Lab, or Laboratory Larry. Always positive, and friendly.
My...Read More »
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22 of 41 | Posted by: Kim Berger - Carmel, IN
“What can I say that hasn't already been said? (probably plenty). I certainly can ditto what everyone else has said about how Larry made them feel....Read More »
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23 of 41 | Posted by: Aundre' Monger - Indianapolis, IN
“Larry,
I will miss you more than any one will ever know. The 4 years I have worked with you have been the best I have ever had. l am glad we had...Read More »
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24 of 41 | Posted by: Joyce Howard - Indianapolis, IN
“Kathy, Rebecca, and Kevin...
Just wanted to let you know I am so very sorry for you great loss. Loss of a loved one is difficult, but may the God...Read More »
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25 of 41 | Posted by: Cherie Schisler - Friend
“I haven't seen or met Larry but I know him though BloodBanktalk.com. A big loss to blood bank community and of course to his family.
My prayers are...Read More »
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26 of 41 | Posted by: Bhishma - Newark, NJ
“Things that I will miss about Larry: Politics, 2 am Glen Beck, and soccer. I am honored to have worked with him on Night shift in such a short time...Read More »
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27 of 41 | Posted by: Annette Aguirre - Camby, IN
“Larry taught me to play chess. I had a terrible time learning the game. I only won one game. I made a move and he laughed and said "if you would have...Read More »
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28 of 41 | Posted by: Kathy - Cornell, WI - sister
“I knew Larry only about 15 years. He was a wonderful support to me when I worked at IBC. And he was funny,,,after my employer had a RIF Larry sent...Read More »
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29 of 41 | Posted by: Nancy Gurney - Lakeide, OH
“I love you daddy and will forever miss my sous chef dad. You were the best father and friend God could have given me. I'll see you in heaven one...Read More »
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30 of 41 | Posted by: The great becky smrz - daughter
“Your family are in my prayers.
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31 of 41 | Posted by: Karma Malcom - Martinsville, IN
“This is a great loss to the Clarian North family. Larry was a gentle soul and blythe spirit and he made us a better organization and better people. ...Read More »
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32 of 41 | Posted by: Randall Yust - Carmel, IN
“Unlike so many previous, I am sad to say that I had but a year to know Larry as a co-worker and friend. He truly was one of the most genuine people...Read More »
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33 of 41 | Posted by: Kristin Benware - Avon, IN
“I am deeply saddened by the sudden loss of such a wonderful person. Larry was one of the kindest, most considerate people I have ever known. He was...Read More »
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34 of 41 | Posted by: Valerie Stropes - Mooresville, IN
“Larry was not only dedicated and committed to his profession, but he
was one of the most kind, considerate, and compassionate people that
I've...Read More »
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35 of 41 | Posted by: Cheryl Wood - Friend / Co-worker
“Bec, Kathy, Kevin....I am so truly sorry for you loss. Larry was a great guy. He treated me so well when I was around. His kindness and generosity...Read More »
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36 of 41 | Posted by: Jeremy Schisler - Indianapolis
“I am blessed to have known Larry Smrz for over 5 years now. He is a Godly man with a generous spirit and an incredible gift of drawing people in and...Read More »
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37 of 41 | Posted by: Laura Afendis - Friend
“I have been friends with Larry for over 5 years but I feel like I've known him my whole life. He was a guiding influence in my career. He was kind,...Read More »
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38 of 41 | Posted by: Tracie K Startzman-Glant
“Larry was not just a co-worker or even just a friend, he was a mentor and encourager to me. He is a very big reason that I am where I am today career...Read More »
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39 of 41 | Posted by: Teresa Fillingim
“A PROMISE OF RESURRECTION
I just read about the recent death of your loved one. As your “Neighbor”, scripturally speaking, I am deeply...Read More »
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40 of 41 | Posted by: Jacqueline Alexander - Crete, IL
“Dear Smrz Family,
There are few things more difficult than dealing with the loss of a loved one. We, along with our staff, are honored and...Read More »
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41 of 41 | Posted by: Brian and Bruce Buchanan - IN
Mr Smrz was born on February 14, 1953 and passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2010.
Mr Smrz was a resident of Indianapolis, Indiana at the time of his passing.
Visitation
September 09, 2010
4:00 PM
to 8:00 PM
Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Center - Broad Ripple
1305 E. Broad Ripple Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 475-4475
Funeral Service
September 10, 2010
12:00 PM
Clarendon Hills Cemetery
6900 Cass Road
Darien, IL
Burial
Clarendon Hills Cemetery
6900 Cass Road
Darien, IL