Lawrence William (Larry) Vetch, age 74, of Miles City passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at St. Vincent Hospital in Billings.
Larry was born on August 30, 1940 to Peter and Katherine Vetch in Forsyth, Montana. He spent his first eight years in Linton, North Dakota then moved to Miles City where he lived for the remainder of his life. He graduated from Sacred Heart High School then attended seminary in Washington. He married Diana Goodson in 1964 and they had three children, Larry Michael, MaShelle and Christina. They later divorced. He married Jeanne Frison and gained Mary and Anne into his family. He worked for MDU first in gas service then as a lineman until he retired in 2000.
Larry’s delight in life was in hunting, fishing, bowling and traveling with his dear friends and family. Larry loved to visit and recount his adventures. He suffered several disabling illnesses in his last six years, but remained cheerful throughout and loved to have visitors. The family will be forever grateful for the friends and family members who made it possible for him to be cared for at home. His brother-in-law Syl Augustyn helped load him every time he needed to go to a doctor or hospital and checked on him many times each week. His friends who visited frequently cheered his life immensely.
Larry’s parents Peter and Katherine Vetch preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Jeanne; his children Larry (Terry) Vetch, Shelle (Brett) Barker and Tina (Kurt) Lambing, his step children: Mary (Nicki) Kysar-Rondini, Anne (Tito) Kysar-Rodriguez and his “borrowed kid” Kollette (Gary) Rightsell. He is also survived by his siblings Dave (Kay) Vetch, Winnie (Syl) Augustyn, Louie (Sue) Vetch, Virginia (Doug) Bennett and Bob (Diane) Vetch as well as twenty beloved grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Visitation will begin on Sunday, February 15, 2015 with the family receiving friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with a Vigil Service being held at 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, February 16, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Calvary Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting:www.stevensonandsons.com
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday February 15, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Vigil Service
6:00 p.m.
Sunday February 15, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Monday February 16, 2015
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday February 15, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Vigil Service
6:00 p.m.
Sunday February 15, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Monday February 16, 2015
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Martha Crandall says
Larry sure put up a hard fight with Jeanne’s help. With sympathy, Martha
Gene & Vickie Schneidt says
Jeanne, you have already earned your angel wings. You have the most caring heart and Larry was so very blessed to have you.
Jean Jones says
I am so sorry for your loss. He always had a smile. My prayers are with you.
Gina Mader says
I am so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. He was always so pleasant, patient, and had a wonderful smile. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Lavina Hall says
Always enjoyed visiting with Larry. As I recall he was a better than average bowler.
Diane Welbes says
So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing–my thought & prayers are with you all.
Charlie & Kathy Beauchot says
Jeanne, take a deep breath, friend. Larry’s suffering is over. Please take good care of yourself, and call if there is anything that we can do to make this time easier. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynn Holom Harper says
To the Vetch family! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry fir your loss. God Bless
Carolyn Kimball says
Larry was one of those genuine and nice guys. Find comfort in his memories.
shane lockie says
R.I.P Larry. You were a great man and I am glad I got to know you and the years we got to bowl together I will never forget. Also the time we went on that fishing trip and never caught one fish but you swore up and down there was fish in that pond. Either way it was a fun trip and a great memory to have. See you on the other side Larry.
Richard & Linda Meidinger says
Larry was such a fun man to be around. We really appreciated him when he worked for us on the farm at Kinsey. Do remember one morning when he was coming to work he ran over a deer that someone had hit just before he got there and he was driving a car it sure didn’t do his car much good. He didnt’ think he was going to be able to get a semi truck up the big hill so thought he wanted to quit the job. Richard went with him one trip and he made it just fine so was pretty proud he was able to drive that semi after that. ha
So sad that he is gone but he had surely gone through some painful last years. Will miss him and his smile. Your in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories help you through this difficult time. May he rest in peach.
Mary Jane (Hagen( Reiff says
So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I have many great memories of going to out of town bowling tournaments back in the “old” days. My thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathies to his entire family. Rest in Peace Larry!!
Virginia & Duane Strohmayer says
Jeanne & Family, So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing, you took wonderful care of Larry in his last years. We knew Larry his whole life & we will miss a wonderful friend, classmate, & bowler. Sympathy to all of you. rest in peace Buddy.
Tami Davies says
Jeanne and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Janice Laib says
Jeanne and family,
So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing it was great he was able to stay home and the care you gave.him. My many prayers are for you and this difficult time you know he is watching and the pain is gone and there is a smile on hiis face he will be missed. God Bless all of you
Douglas P Mangen says
Jeanne and Family Had such a great time many years ago going hunting over by Ennis with Larry and Jack. Cant remember the year but we wrote it in the wall tent. Kind of neat, don’t think he went up that way hunting again, and all the times going to Hell Creek fishing . He was a good man and will be missed by all. God Bless you and your family
Joan & Roger says
Jeanne (and family), we are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing he is at peace.
Pam & Karl Rogge says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Larry was a nice man who was liked and respected by those who had the pleasure of knowing him. Cherish the memories.
Barb Shields says
Larry was a great guy I didn’t get to knew him but I enjoyed bowling with him and he always had a smile.
Karina Meidinger-Lahue says
Shelle, Larry, and Tina,
I have wonderful, fond memories of growing up with you and your parents. May the memories make your heart smile. Thinking and praying for you all!
Miriam says
Jeanne, I’m so sorry to hear about Larry. Thinking of you in the days to come. Love Miriam
Bob & Vonnie Goodson says
Larry was a great guy , always there to help when needed. I am sure he will be missed by many people. Rest in peace dear friend. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Curt and Joyce Schwartz says
Jeanne,
So sorry to hear about Larry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Eileen & Vern Entzel says
Jeanne and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers
Patty Hofferber says
My prayers our with you and the family.
Aliceann Carlton says
Jeanne,
My sympathies to you and the family on Larry’s passing. Your years of loving compassion, care and dedication shine on ahead of Larry as he finds his rest and peace. May you find heart’s ease knowing your hands and heart kept him safe for these years of struggle.
Blessings,
AA
Jerome Dyba Jr. says
It was a long time ago, but I remember Larry as bing a great father to his kids and a great friend to my Dad. I have only good memories of Larry, mostly hunting and fishing.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family