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Larry Dewayne Surber

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On May 11 1937, on his grandparents farm in Eustis, NE, Larry Dewaye Surber entered this world as the only son of Harold and Dorothy Surber. On September 28, 2022 he peacefully departed his earthly life to live on in Heaven.

Larry lived with his grandparents until he was 9 years old. During those years, he rode a horse a mile and a half to the one room country school. At age 9, he moved to Gothenburg to live with his his mother Dorothy and step-father Pat Haynes. In 8th grade, Larry liked a pretty girl named Carol. Bought her a few Cokes, sat on her front porch and talked, but she dumped him for another boy. But more about her later.

During junior high and high school, he was active in sports, had a great group of friends and went to church with them regularly. Attended UNL for 2 yrs, got bored, and joined the Army to serve as an electronics instructor for Nike Guided Missile Radar.

In 1958, while back in Gothenburg, he ran into Carol again. It took only 4 dates, and Carol said yes to marriage. Much later Larry was quoted as saying, “That was the best decision of my life…. other than becoming a Christian.” After finishing his military service in Texas, they moved back to Nebraska where Larry finished college and earned a BS Electrical Engineering degree. In 1959, Carol gave birth to their 1st daughter, Kelly.

While working at Lockheed Missiles and Space in Sunnyvale, CA, Larry helped design communication antennas on the Mariner 4 spacecraft, which performed the first successful flyby of the planet Mars. During the time in CA, Larry became a dad again to Jake and David. Second daughter, Jennifer, came along a couple years later in Minnesota.

Throughout his life, Larry had a very active church life. Youth sponsors, small group Bible study leader, Sunday school teacher, many trips to different churches in NE with Lay Witness Mission and a team member for Macedonia Ministries. Over these years, the Lord strengthened Larry in preparation for what was coming. In August 1975, Jake and his best friend went missing and were found deceased. Because of the knowledge that their son was a Christian and had recently led his best friend to the Lord, there was a feeling of peace and also grace to forgive the person who committed this crime. Larry used this experience to teach others about faith and forgiveness.

Larry enjoyed coin collecting, fishing, traveling and especially loved eating his wife’s gourmet cooking. He was very passionate about genealogy and has traced his lineage back to Switzerland in the 1700’s.

Larry is survived by his wife of 64 years, Carol Surber, children, Kelly (Don Gray), David (Lauren Adrover-Surber) and Jennifer (Jason Adkisson) Sister, Cheri (Mike Wilson).  Grandchildren Jessica, Leanne, Rebekah, Jacob, Joey, Jude and Luke. 5 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson

He is preceded in death by son Jake and sister, Jane Lemmert.

The family has entrusted Aspen Cremation and Burial Services with the arrangements. A Memorial Service is scheduled for 11am Saturday, October 8, 2022 at First Baptist Church Lincoln, NE 14th and K. A reception will follow.  Please have flowers sent directly to the church.

The Memorial Service will be livestreamed here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81898234158?pwd=a25FUHMrclE0NzZvRFRhVVg3Vnl5UT09  Meeting ID: 818 9823 4158, Passcode: 414722

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Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.

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  • Devon Ames says:
    October 2, 2022 at 1:40 pm

    Dear Carol —

    I was so sorry to learn of your Larry’s passing. I enjoyed reading his obituary. What an interesting life you’re enjoyed together!

    I will enjoy seeing you after the memorial service this coming Saturday.

    Devon Ames

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  • Fred and Bobbi Daugherty says:
    October 2, 2022 at 7:24 pm

    Our hearts go out to all the surviving family members. We will always be thankful that we had the opportunity to become friends with such loving people

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  • Darrell Drullinger says:
    October 2, 2022 at 7:41 pm

    We were so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing, but rejoicing as we know where he is. Thoughts and prayers to you all at this time.

    Darrell and Leann Drullinger

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  • Donna Lightbody says:
    October 2, 2022 at 11:25 pm

    Carol,
    My sincere condolences to you and your family. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Donna Lightbody

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  • Gail & Rod Steinacher says:
    October 3, 2022 at 11:16 am

    Dear Carol,
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Larry. He was a fine, Christian man and neighbor. Together the two of you spread the light of God’s love to all who entered your life and your home. Our family was blessed to have shared in your faith.
    May God’s promise of hope thru faith give you peace and comfort.
    Rod and Gail Steinacher

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  • Bob & Shelley Witte says:
    October 3, 2022 at 5:11 pm

    Sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. He will sorely missed by his fabulous family. Gods blessings to all.
    Bob & Shelley

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  • Lee Ann Young says:
    October 4, 2022 at 8:16 am

    Dear Carol, Kelly, David and Jennifer; Our sincere sympathy for the loss of Larry. He was one of the kindest people I’ve ever met. Truly enjoyed visiting with him whenever you two came out to see your kids and grandkids here in Oregon. Knowing he’s a Christian I’m sure will be of comfort that you all will be reunited with the Father and now he’s with Jake and other family that passed before. Again, our condolences for your loss, Bill and Lee Ann Young

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  • Todd and Debra Klaviter says:
    October 4, 2022 at 10:47 pm

    A lovely man with a lovely family. I am blessed to have known him and will remember his warm kind smile. I am sorry to the family and friends that will miss him.

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  • Cindy Cerny says:
    October 5, 2022 at 9:35 am

    To the Family of Larry Surber you have my deepest sympathy, so sorry for your loss Jennifer. Pat and I met your parents one time and they were a delight to visit with. Thinking of your family at this time.

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  • Terry/Jan Lindstrom says:
    October 5, 2022 at 1:39 pm

    Carol our prayers are with you. Terry and I have always enjoyed talking with you and Larry. So sorry for your loss, God Bless

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  • Mary K. Card Krisel says:
    October 29, 2022 at 3:45 pm

    I am so sorry to read about your loss, Carol. Larry was a warm and compassionate man. I enjoyed our Sunday school class and the interesting class meetings we had at your home. My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family.

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