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Larry Byron Adams

Sep. 23, 1935 - Aug. 12, 2020

Date of Service: Aug. 20, 2020

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BURLEY – Larry Byron Adams, the son of Orvil and Claire Richins Adams, was born in Twin Falls, Idaho, September 23, 1935, but his parents lived on Marion Street in Oakley, Idaho, where he grew up working on the family farm with his brother, Kyle (Laurel Martin), and sister, Janice (Larry Hansen). Later he worked for other farmers on Marion Road. He began school at the Marion Elementary School until it was later consolidated. He then attended Oakley Elementary and graduated from Oakley High School as Senior Class President in 1953. He attended Brigham Young University for a couple of years before he began work in Salt Lake City with the Lang Company. Later he worked for the railroad in Island Park. He married his high school sweetheart, Maxine Poulton, in June 1957. They returned to Utah where he worked while Maxine completed her college courses. They moved back to Oakley when Smith Brothers Garage purchased a dealership from American Oil Company for bulk fuel. He worked in Oakley until he was able to buy his own American Oil Dealership and he and his family moved to Burley, where his sons continue in the business.

Larry loved fishing with his buddies below American Falls Dam, hunting in the South Hills, and touring his ranch. Later in life he took on the detailed work of woodworking and spent dozens of hours designing and building log cabins, wagons and construction equipment to scale. He had a good many friends and their passing took a great toll on Larry’s own health. We are sure that he and his buddies are all reunited and reminiscing about the good old days.

Larry and Maxine were blessed with two sons, Kelly (Becky Mallory), and Brett (Mary Frances Hart), and a daughter, Jodie (Brice Beck) and adopted sons, Kirk Gorringe and Ryn Harmon (Laura Bean). They are blessed with seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. They feel very honored by friends and neighbors who have given them much joy, and we do appreciate them so. Larry was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Kyle Adams.

The family would like to thank Dr. Walter Graham, Parke View Rehabilitation and Care Center, Pomerelle Place, and Harrison’s Hope Hospice. We truly appreciate the love and dedication that you gave to our dad.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 20, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, where friends may call from 5 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 19, and from 10 until 10:45 a.m. prior to the service on Thursday. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery.

For those unable to attend in person, a live webcast of the service will be available at the following link: https://youtu.be/8jT_Z0Uhc_E.

A Video Tribute to the Life of Larry Bryon Adams is available at the following link: https://youtu.be/v4AZccfAkC4.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is recommended that a face mask be worn and social distancing practiced.

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From Eileen A. Petersen:

I just saw this and the great video of Larry's life. I know and admire Maxine, but didn't know Larry. And now I know Larry better. His funeral was the day before Walt passed away, so perhaps they have been able to now become friends in heaven. And we also have the connection that Mary Frances and her family--Tom & Irene Blayney--lived next to us from 1971 till we moved to Utah in Aug 2018 (when our kids said we could no longer live alone). Hope all is well with the family. now. Jan. 13, 2022. Love from Eileen Petersen and family. We are thankful to the Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral\ Home for providing these webcasts and videos.

From Anora Bedke Mortensen:

Sorry of your passing my friend. I will always remember you were fun to be around. Our class president you did a good job. I’m so glad I visited you in the care center as well as your home. We had so much fun in good old Oakley High. Those were the good old days. Maxine I am so sorry for your loss I’m glad I saw you at Bruce’s funeral. Love to you

From Gary Sullivan:

Goodbye old pal. You and Maxine have been best of friends to me for as long as I can remember. every day
I think of a great time we shared.

From Diane Haines Remington:

Many emotions come to me when I think about Larry and Maxine and the kids! You are all forever in my prayers. The Haines Family has always loved you all. Maxine (our teacher, mentor, friend and confidant), Larry ( our friend , confidant, employer, and protector) cannot be thought of separately. You are the best, You are elite. Kelly, Brett, and Jody , you have my sympathy and love. You are always family to me.

From Susan and David Toner:

So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing! Our love to Maxine and her dear family!

From Lyle and Jennifer Sager:

Deepest sympathies to the family. We are saddened to hear of his passing.

From Tim and Kathy Payton:

Tim had some great memories of spending time with Larry. We’re thinking of you Maxine and kids at this time. Sorry for your loss. He was a great guy!

From Kathi McKinnon lee:

Maxine, I was so sad to read of Larry’s passing. I don’t remember his well but I do remember how close you and my sister Sandra were. My brother Clark, talked often about what a wonderful teacher you were. Sadly, both Sandra and Clark are now gone also but I know they would want me to reach out to you with understanding hugs at this difficult time. Sending you love and prayers of comfort for you and your family

From Leslie S Hunter:

To our dear friend and neighbor Maxine and family. Today has been a sad but also a special day for us remembering you and Larry and your family. We are so thankful for our memories and for the gift of having you and Larry and your family as a part of our life. Our deepest sympathy and love—Les and Leslie Hunter

From Lyle & Jennifer Sager:

Our condolences to your family. All will miss Larry’s tall tales and funny stories. He will be missed.

From Marcia Simpson:

Maxine and family I am so sorry. As neighbors, you were always so protective and kid to my kids. And I never have forgotten the night Larry came over to our house with rice in hand when he heard on the scanner that we our house had been broken into and robbed while we were home. I thought they were going to arrest Larry. Love you all. He will be missed

From Suzan Taylor:

It was a pleasure taking care of Larry @ Parkeview .

From Kim Razee:

My heart goes out to Maxine and her kids and family. What a great, witty and fun loving man Larry was. I remember spending a weekend at Maxine and Larry's cabin. What a great time they showed us. Larry was a hoot. Though at times he seemed to come off gruff and then he'd laugh. Whew, and I thought he was mad. Lol. He and Maxine were so fun to watch. I am so very thankful I had the opportunity to be apart of your wonderful family and know your dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you guys!!

From Denny ward :

Larry was one of a kind, always thought of others and was fair with all who did any business with him and his company , great to visit with and you knew he was going to poke fun at the same , sharp wit , away was fun to be around , god bless his family

From Kathy Collett:

All our love and prayers for all the family and friends. Such a great man....he will be missed. May all the cherished memories bring a smile through your tears and a comfort through your pain.
Love and Hugs,
Tim, Kathy Collett and Family

From Al Barrus:

Larry was one of a kind. A great friend and a straight shooter. My thoughts and prayers are with Maxine and the family at this difficult time.

From Gordon Kerbs:

My thoughts go out to your family. I had the opportunity to have many visits with Larry when he was at Parke View and I always remember those conversations. I will say a couple things, Larry had wit and called a spade a spade. I know he will be greatly missed, but he is in a great place at this time.

From Richard & Georgia Thompson:

Our sincere thoughts to each of you. We did business with your Dad many years .

From Joyce Zunino:

I enjoyed Larry so much we always argued he said I was older than him and after years of arguing I had him convinced he was the oldest as it turns out I am the oldest but he was so fun to argue with . Sorry Adams family for your loss he was a great guy.

From Vince obermiller :

I will always remember Larry going hunting with him and Kelly out to Leon's farm when I was growing up I am so sorry MRS.Adams and family may god bless him love Vince

From Clydine Fonnesbeck:

I am so sad to hear of the loss of this dear friend! Maxine and family you have my Deepest Sympathies! I have always loved this beautiful family!

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