Larry Brimeyer
January 19, 2009
Lawrence "Larry" J. Brimeyer, 62, died suddenly in his Mechanicsville home, Monday, January 19, 2009. There will be a Celebration of Life, 1:30 p.m., Sunday at Morgan Funeral and Cremation Choices, Mount Vernon Chapel. There will be a memorial open house, Saturday, from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., at the chapel. Surviving Larry is his wife Rebecca, their children: Ben, wife Mindy, and daughter Annabelle, Chicago, Illinois and Jeremy, wife Brenda, their daughter Molly, Cedar Rapids, six siblings: Jack and wife Liz, Peoria, Illinois, Jerry and wife Patt, Urbandale, Ron and wife Leslie, Atlanta, Georgia, Connie and husband Wayne Vaske, New Vienna, Dave and wife Judy, Cedar Rapids, and Diane and husband Ron Ungs, Dyersville and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding Larry in death were his parents Carl and Orvelyn Link Brimeyer, and two children Joshua and Anna. Larry was born November 21, 1946, in Farley. He graduated from Holy Cross High School in 1965, and from the University of Northern Iowa, in 1969, and received his Masters of Science degree from the University of Iowa. He married Rebecca Perkins, July 31, 1971 in Cedar Falls. Larry had a long career in corrections including serving as Deputy Warden at Iowa State Penitentiary in Anamosa, and most recently was Deputy Director of Corrections for Eastern Iowa. He was a member of the American Correctional Association, American Probation and Parole Association, and Iowa Correctional Association. When Larry's sons were younger, he was a Boy Scout Master and coached Little League. He served as President of the Lincoln Community High School Board. Larry enjoyed traveling and summer vacations with his family. He was a host father to three foreign exchange students, Linda, Sweden, Lynn-Albert, Germany and Christian, Norway. Larry and Becki were avid ballroom dancers. "His glass was always more than half full." He loved and adored his granddaughters, Molly and Annabelle who were the lights of his life. In lieu of flowers and green plants, memorials in Larry's honor have been established. On line condolences: www.morganfuneralchoices.com
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Dear Brimeyer family–I share your devastation and empty loneliness with the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. I have worked with Larry as a Deputy Director for better than 10 years & I consider him to be a true friend. Larry could be trusted with any & ALL ideas or feelings–he was such a great listener & his feedback was so caring & nonjudgmental. My memories of Larry’s compassion and vision will carry me forward on the wings of the wind. My sincerest and heartfelt condolences. Jeanette Bucklew
Larry was calm, kind, and considerate. He always was genuinely interested in the well being of others and a great listener. His contributions were without parallel.
Our deepest sympathy to you during this time. We both worked with Larry at ASP. Larry was a special person whose memory causes us to smile. His encouraging word was always appreciated. May you find comfort in family, friends, and God’s presence during this difficult time.
I have known Larry for a dozen years thru the Deputy Commissioners conference held each fall. I was the Deputy Director in Mn. for 12 years. Larry is the guy who urged me to learn “ballroom dancing.” Ittook some time but My wife and I started taking lessons. Each Year Larry and I would talk about the joys of ballroom dancing. I new Larry well enough to know that he was a kind and honest man who truly loved life, his work, but most of all his family. Family would include those of us who worked in his chosen field…. Corrections. My heart aches for you all and myself as well. With time, our loss will be filled with all the fond memories of larry. God Bless, Dennis Benson Minnesota
We are all very sadden by the loss of Larry who was a professional and personal friend to many of us. Larry and I began working at Anamosa in the early 70dees and i have many fond memories of the time we spent together. I feel very fortunate to have had the pleasure of knowing him and will always remember his kind and thoughful approach. He was a sincere person, who made a difference in many of our lives and will be truly misssed. I wish the Brimeyer family the very best during this difficult time…. May God Bless you all………
I am a high school classmate. To Larry’s entire family I extend my sincere sympathy. as so often happens we loose connections with our high school friends, but anytime I refreshed those memories Larry came to mind. Smiling, positive and above all kind, truley, “his glass was always more than half full”. Wisth prayers and sympathy. Loras Wilgenbusch, Victor Iowa
Please accept my condolences. I am the pharmacist at the Fort Dodge Correctional Facility. I met Larry while working on special projects for the Department of Corrections. He was always helpful, supportive, and made me feel included in any gathering, management or otherwise. He will be greatly missed.
My deepest sympathy goes out to Larry’s family. May it comfort you to know that death cannot diminish the many ways that Larry touched the lives of others. Larry brought a smile to everyone he met. He was a blessing to this world and I am fortunate to have met and worked with him on many issues. Larry was a humble, honest, sincere person. He was as genuine as they come and will truly be missed.
Ben & family, I was stunned to hear of your fathers passing. I just lost my father Jan 12th and know all to well how you are feeling. Our fathers were so young. It is so sad but know that our family has thought about yours every day since we heard. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Julie (Otten) Villhauer and family