Larry Wayne Weeden, 74, of China Spring, passed away Friday, July 2, 2021 at his residence.
Funeral Service: 10AM Wednesday, July 7th at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Waco Memorial Park.
Visitation: 6 to 8PM Tuesday, July 6th at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend in Waco.
Larry was born October 11, 1946, in Bryan to Ruby Currie Weeden and Jack Weeden. Their family moved to Waco after the boys started elementary school, and Larry and his brother, Steve, attended University High School where he graduated in 1965.
Larry met his future wife, Judy McFarlen, on her sixteenth birthday. Their friendship developed into a life-long love, and Judy believes that laughter and friendship are the keys to their fifty-four year marriage.
Larry always took pride in his work. Whether it was loading the most hay bales on a truck as a teenager or building the largest tractor tires at General Tire, he always strove to do better. He instilled that same work ethic in his children and grandchildren. Larry also had a great mind for process and efficiency improvements and never met a car he couldn’t fix.
Larry’s greatest joy was his children. He was so proud of their successes and was a coach and supporter in all they did. He considered putting them through college as his greatest accomplishment. He was also actively involved in the lives of his grandchildren and attended almost every event up until the last few months.
Larry never knew a stranger and was a kind and loyal friend. Everyone could always count on his helping hand. His dearest friend and confidant for fifty years was Alan Belcher who came to help care for him during his last days. All of Larry’s in-laws were so supportive during this time as were his neighbors and friends. Special thanks to Linda Gilliam for her amazing care and support.
We will miss him dearly, especially his laughter and crazy sense of humor. One of his last nights, Larry said, “I think it’s time to go to bed.” We asked, “does that mean you want to turn out the lights?” He replied, “yep, the party’s over.”
He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Junior Weeden; mother, Ruby Currie Weeden; stepmother, Mary Lou Weeden; brother, Steve Weeden; grandsons, Garrett and Colin Weeden; and brother-in-law, Ronnie Graham.
Survivors include wife of 54 years, Judy Weeden; daughter, Jennifer Manning and husband, John, son, Eric Weeden and wife, Bell, and daughter, Sarah Weeden; grandchildren, Kique Zamora, Richard Zamora, Saphi Zamora, Kaden Weeden and Ethan Manning; sister, Bridget Graham; brothers and sisters in law, Gay & Alan Belcher, Kathy and Doug Roller, Marilyn and Richard Wood, Billy and Cathie McFarlen, and Sandra Weeden; and many nieces and nephews.
Special thanks to the hospice team at Compassus and nurses, Alisha Hargis, Joanne Mathis, Sara Estopinan and Twannia Brown for their amazing care.
Special thanks to sisters and brothers-in-law, Gay & Alan Belcher and Kathy & Doug Roller for their constant love and support.
Memorial contributions may be made to the China Spring Youth Athletic Association.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the whole family.
Judy and family, I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers for peace and comfort.
May peace surround the entire Weeden family during this time. I will keep all of you in my thoughts. So very sorry for your loss.
I’m saddened to hear this because Larry was truly one of the good guys who always brought cheer to those around him. He will be sorely missed by his family and his many friends. Yet, I’m also rejoicing that Larry is no longer in pain. He’s in the loving arms of Jesus. I pray that those left behind will be given God’s great comfort and peace. Rest In Peace, my friend!
Jil and I are so sorry for your families loss Jennifer. We send our prayers to you and John ,Ethan and your entire family.
Jil & Andy Andreolli
Judy if you need anything, call
So sorry for your loss
So sad. Prayers and love.
Judy and Larry Hull
Let your memories guide you during this time of sadness. You’re in our thoughts, our hearts and our prayers. Wishing you all strength and peace.
Mary Ann and Richard Manning
I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences. Praying for comfort.
Judy and Family,
George and I send our love and prayers for comfort during this time. We treasure fond memories of Larry and his zest for life!
Kathy and George Lease
Jennifer, John
Lisa and I want to express our condolences to the Weeden fanily. The loss of a family member is always a sad time.
The few times I met Jen’s dad he really seemed like a really nice guy. Tell Judy we are thinking of her and wish her well
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I’m so sorry, Judy. Prayers for you and your family.
Eric, we were so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. We will always cherish the many times we got to see him at the ball games and the conversations we had. He was really a great & special man to my wife and I. Prayers for you and your entire family.
Judy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy and family,
We are sorry for your loss and will be thinking of you
now and in the days ahead.
So sorry for your loss.
Rhonda Rostockyj
We are so sorry for your loss. We’ve known the Weeden family at Beverly Hills Baptist Church for many years. Highly respected and I know Larry was one of those people that was special and that loved all. He will be missed but know he is with Jesus now and no more pain or suffering. Love and sympathy to you and May God watch over you during this time and days ahead.
Judy and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your great loss.
A lot of great memories of Larry and baseball days and Lindsey Contractors. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Claude and Becky Lindsey
There are no right words to help you with your loss of Larry. I have wonderful memories of a young couple that built a beautiful home down the street from us many years ago (of course we were also young). Thoughts and prayers to family. Sally Short
May the memories of happy times together help you through the difficult days/nights ahead.
We are so sorry for your loss. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Larry was always a lot of fun to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Todd andBrigette and the entire
Musil family .
Larry was a great guy and friend! I always enjoyed
Our friendship and loved his motorcycles he rode. We had a lot of good times and conversations at my business in China Spring . So sorry to hear this we know he is a better place. Sincerely, Ron Richardson