Lorran “Larry” John Church, age 97 of Boutwells Landing passed away on March 12th, 2024.

Larry was born February 24th, 1927 in Philadelphia, PA to George and Bertha (Ware) Church. On March 20, 1948 he was united in marriage with Doris Lane at the Methodist Church in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania. He served 45 years with the Merchant Marines.

He loved his family, boating, fishing, traveling and gardening.

He is survived by his wife Doris; his children Barbara O’Gorman, Wade Church(Patricia Behounek) ; grandchildren Mary Ellen (Troy) Reihsen, Christopher Roan (Claire Mazur); great-grandchildren Lucas Reihsen, Cole Reihsen, Cameron Roan-Mazur.

Preceded in death by his parents and brother George Decker.

Memorial gathering 10-11 AM Monday March 25th with 11 AM Memorial Service at Bethel Highlands Church,504 Frontage Rd, Hudson, WI. Urn placement Bethel Columbarium.
Arrangements entrusted to O’connell Family Funeral Home of Hudson, WI (715)386-3725, www.oconnellfuneralhomes.com.