Larry Lee Bales

Birth date: Nov 18, 1938 Death date: Apr 13, 2025

Larry Lee Bales, 86, went to be with the Lord on April 13, 2025. Larry was born on November 18, 1938, in Columbus, OH to his loving parents; Ralph and Marie (Albright) Bales. Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Army fo Read Obituary

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Melissa Edwards

26w ago

I think the best memory I have is Daytona bike week. We would always go to this restaurant at Ponce Inlet. Great food and better company. This year Chuck decided to mess with our waiter by telling him he was in the presence of worlds most famous Nager rancher, Larry jumped right in and started talking about how it was a long time family business and how hard it was to take care of them and even harder to skin them. You should have seen the look on the waiters face. Larry had him hook, line, and sinker. Best laugh we had all night. You will be missed dearly my friend.

Laura Jenkins

27w ago

in honor of Larry.

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Randy Sturdivant

27w ago

I can still see him getting ready to jump. Big smile on his face. Ready to go. Rest easy Mr Larry you have earned it. I am proud to have known you.

Irene Meier

27w ago

in honor of Larry.

I will forever remember Chinese fire drills on the back of Larry's bike in biketoberfest! One of the finest joys of my life was that trip with y'all. Thank you for the memories!

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Tiffany Bales

27w ago

in honor of Larry.

Every moment in my life that involved you thank you so much for being my rock in my life and always knowing what to do. I love you so much and I will miss every single memory with you all of them. I can’t choose just one. Grandpa please watch over me

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Laura Jenkins

28w ago

Dad, for all of it ....THANK YOU. I just love you SO SO MUCH.

Ashley Peterson

28w ago

the best grandpa a girl could ask for ❤️

Daniel Guerrero

28w ago

I was truly amazed and inspired by Larry for joining us at Phantom Airborne. He will be missed, until we meet again Trooper.

Pam Sturdivant

28w ago

in honor of Larry.

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Pam Sturdivant

28w ago

I met Larry in the woods, he was one of the badass paratroopers that ended up in the trees. He was doing just fine and had that smile on his face...he was wanting to call his wife and let her know that he was ok...
My thoughts of him that day was that he was the most sweetest badass guys I've ever met..
Then I met Jean when we got back and now I know why he wears such a sweet smile...he has a beautiful Awesome wife..they're perfect for each other.
It's Amazing how that badass guy had such an impact on so many people...he will truly be missed by many..
It was a pleasure meeting you Larry...💙

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