Larry J. Meece, Kimberling City, MO, son of Joe and Elva (Baird) Meece, was born June 24, 1945 in Joiner, AR and departed this life on October 8, 2020 at the age of 75.

Larry had been a resident of the area twenty-two years, moving here from St. Louis, MO.  He was a member of Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church in Kimberling City, MO.  He was also a member of Kimberling City American Legion Post 637.  He served his country proudly in the United States Army.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include: his wife, Patricia Meece of Kimberling City, MO; one son, James Meece and wife Catherine of Foristell, MO; one daughter, Tracie Ward and husband, Doug of Spring, TX; one sister, Tonia Lane and husband Steve of Katy, TX; seven grandchildren, Cody Meece, Chad Meece, Josh Marquess, Brian Ward, Brendan Ward, Luke Ward and Emma Ward and a host of other family and friends.

Visitation for Larry will be Sunday, October 11, 2020, 4:00-5:30 p.m. at Stumpff Funeral Chapel Kimberling City, MO.  Rosary will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 12, 2020 at Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church Kimberling City, MO with service following at 12:00 p.m.  Burial will be in Pinecrest Cemetery Kimberling City, MO.  In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations to local American Legion Veteran's Group or Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church.

Arrangements are under the direction of Stumpff Funeral Home Kimberling City, MO.