Obituary

Gary W. Larkins

July 6, 1937 - October 12, 2021

Gary W. Larkins, 84, of Lincoln passed away October 12, 2021. Born July 6, 1937, in Jamestown, KS to Vern and Helen (Jensen) Larkins.

Gary married Joyce Stafford on March 17, 1957. He retired from Burlington Northern Railroad after 44 years.

Gary loved fishing, spending time with family, watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren play.

Family members include his wife, Joyce; son Douglas (Karen) Larkins; grandsons Jeremie (Michelle) Larkins and Cole (Samatha) Larkins; great-grandchildren Easton, Riley Mae, Camden and Jacob Larkins; sister Martha Drake; sister-in-law JoAn Vorderstrasse; niece and nephews Bruce Vorderstrasse, Rich Drake, Tracy Haake, Devon Larkins, and Alesha Larkins. Preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers, a brother-in-law and sister-in-law.

Memorial Service: 2:00 p.m. Friday (10-15-21) Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel, 4300 ‘O’ Street.

Please wear casual attire.

Memorials to the family for future designation.

Condolences online at Roperandsons.com

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Services

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Memorial Service

Roper & Sons Midtown Chapel

4300 O St.
Lincoln, NE 68510

(402) 476-1225

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October 16, 2021

We are so sorry for your loss.

– The family of Hazel Larkins Pleis
October 15, 2021

Joyce & family, Was sorry to see that Gary passed away. Always considered Gary a good friend and someone I always had a good time being around. I’m sure he will be greatly missed by all. M Forrest Stewart

– M Forrest Stewart
October 15, 2021

I want to express my sympathies to Gary’s family and friends, I met Gary in 1995 at the diesel shop at West O. Gary would tell about the times he worked with my father. Gary also helped me learn how to preform the duties of a cab carpenter, it was a interesting job, Gary help a lot especially with the sewing machine. Gary was a good guy.

– Gayle Kelly
October 15, 2021

Joyce and family—our deepest sympathies to all of you in the loss of Gary. When I worked at what is now Ameritas, Gary was one of the spouses that everyone knew and enjoyed. May the memories each of you have of him help sustain you during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.

– Bruce McKeag
October 14, 2021

Joyce, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your life-long partner and best friend. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.

– Mary Schwartz-Frost

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