Larry McAtee, 82, of Lisbon, passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at St. Luke's Hospice, Cedar Rapids. Memorial Service: 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 25, 2021, at Lisbon United Methodist Church. Visitation: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, October 24, 2021, at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Mount Vernon. Visitation also one hour prior to the service at the church. Inurnment: Lisbon Cemetery. The Family requests masks be worn at Larry's services.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Marjorie; children, Rick McAtee (Kelly Stokes), Tammy (Jeff) Bohr, and Curtis McAtee; grandchildren, Rob and Kate McAtee, Jenny (Chris) Caspers, Jess (Brian) Farrell, and Jordan Bohr (Allie Fowler), and Alaysia McAtee (Nathaniel Randolph), Briley McAtee (Drew Weisskopf-DeSmet), and Talia McAtee; great-grandchildren, Leo McAtee, Kaden, Lynnlee, and Teegan Caspers, and Reeson Farrell; brothers, twin Jerry (Shirley), and Duane McAtee; brother-in-law, Ed Osborne; Marjorie's family, Les Svatosch and Wilma (Jim) Murphy; many nieces and nephews; and numerous extended family members and friends.
Larry LeRoy McAtee was born August 30, 1939, in Buchanan County, Iowa, to Arthur 'Lloyd' and Margaret 'Ina' (Miller) McAtee. He graduated from Solon Community High School in 1959. Larry was showing off a bit in his car when he met Marjorie Svatosch at the Cold Castle Ice Cream parking lot where she worked. He ended up winning over Marjorie (and her parents), and they were married January 29, 1960, in Mount Vernon. They briefly lived in Solon, then moved to Lisbon where they resided for over 60 years. Larry's strong work ethic and determination showed throughout his career working at Rockwell, the various part-time jobs including Dave & Gary's and the gas station, and his participation on City Council and the School Board.
He enjoyed bowling, being outside, visiting casinos to gamble with Marjorie, tinkering in his yard, and was a solitaire expert. Larry had a great (though sometimes inappropriate) sense of humor who enjoyed being the jokester. He was a friendly, warm, generous, and good person through and through. Most important to Larry was his family. Though they could be described as a bit ornery, Larry and Jerry and the kids enjoyed being adventurous. Later in life, Larry served well as 'Poppy' to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren'he always made a point to participate in the kids' events.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Gary; sisters, Sharon Osborne and Rita McCartney; infant daughter, JulieAnne, sisters-in-law, Joan Svatosch and Anna McAtee; and parents-in-law, Stanley and Velma Svatosch.
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services – Mount Vernon
My sincere sympathy, RIP Larry
Marge, Tammy, Rick and Curt, I’m shocked to learn of Larry’s passing. Larry was such a nut and tease. I will miss his humor. I always had fun with Larry and being around him. He did a lot for Lisbon and will be missed by so many. Hold his love in your hearts and always think of him with a smile. Hugs and my sympathy, Annamae Baker
He was a friendly neighbor. Stopped by many times when Dave was outside. They always had lots to “discuss”! 😃 Dave will miss him for sure. I will too -was good for Dave to have someone to talk to. He was so kind when his health allowed him to snow blow our sidewalk. And he kept an impeccable yard! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Keep those good memories close to your heart. Blessings …
Our prayers are with you, and we send our heartfelt condolences.
We at Midwest Metal Products in Cedar Rapids are saddened to learn of Larry’s passing. He was the most intelligent and pragmatic quality person ever! He was classy, fair, and well versed on every aspect of manufacturing. Above everything, he treated everyone with dignity and respect and made doing business with Collins educational and invigorating . His sense of humor and big smile capped it all off!!!! So, so sorry for your loss. We will not forget Larry!!! Kevin Urban
With loving memories of “Larry McAtee”,
With deepest sympathy,
My sympathy Marge and family. I haven’t been in touch since we worked together but I remember the good times thru the years as fellow workers and friends. Larry always had a smile and will be remembered by a lot of people. Barb Heller
Larry was a great person we meet Larry when we first moved to Lisbon 1984. Iris.my wife. Took care his grandchildren. He was on the city council with me.we thought the world of him and Marge. We will miss him dearly. A long time Freind
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