Larry G. LaRue
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Larry G. LaRue

  • April 1, 1942 - September 3, 2011
  • Montverde, Florida
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“I love you and miss you. ”
1 of 7 | Posted by: Kristen - Baton Rouge, LA

“Larry was my Grandfather, but I knew him as the Popsicle Man!! When I was little he always had popsicles for me, every time I visited!! He will be...Read More » ”
2 of 7 | Posted by: Brittany Elizabeth Whittaker - FL

“I owe many thanks to Larry when he tried to help my late husband, Harold Kurz, straighten out his life and once again give him another chance at...Read More » ”
3 of 7 | Posted by: Gail Perry-Kurz-Moyer - Orlando,, FL

“As far back as I can remember I have memories of Larry, Beverly and Justin. This year has been a tough year. First losing Justin and now Larry. I do...Read More » ”
4 of 7 | Posted by: Latisha - Montverde, FL

“Larry was a neighbor of my family in Dyer, TN. My husband Ray, and daughter's, Jane and Beth were all friends of the family and children when they...Read More » ”
5 of 7 | Posted by: Ruth Davidson - Dyer, TN

“I've known Larry since 1973 (38yrs)I feel like he was a brother to me. As far as a person and a leader he was the best at his trade. You just couldn...Read More » ”
6 of 7 | Posted by: Paul Santos - Orlando, FL

“The staff of Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home wishes to extend its sympathy to you at this very difficult time. ”
7 of 7 | Posted by: Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home - FL


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LaRUE, LARRY G., 69 of Montverde, FL passed away September 3, 2011 after a 4 ½ year battle with cancer. Larry and his wife, Beverly were married Jan. 3, 1977. They began their lives together with a family of six children, their combined family consisted of Deborah W. Carter, Ronnie W. LaRue, John M. Whittaker III, Larry G. LaRue, Jr., Thomas M. Whittaker and Twinkle Shiplett. Eight years later they added their beloved son Justin T. LaRue who preceded his father in death on Feb. 23, 2011.
Larry's career span of 48 years in the steel industry began in the year 1959. He was a pioneer in his field, modernizing and managing production plants in FL, GA and TN. He was part-owner of FL Welding and Erection Co. He also wrote a production manual on quality control in the late 70's which are still in use to this day. Larry was Vice President of Production with Addison Steel from 1983 to 1997, he continued his career with Schuff Steel until his retirement in Dec. 2007. Larry was known throughout the structural steel communities such as Pittsburgh Steel, US Steel, Bethany Steel, Inland Steel and many more. In the State of FL he managed and was a leader in constructing projects such as Disney MGM, Universal Studios and Epcot. Larry's favorite hobby outside of his career and family were restoring antique cars and vintage tractors. Several of his cars are now in car museums. Larry is survived by his beloved wife Beverly S. LaRue; brother, James O. LaRue, Jr.; sister Carolyn Northern. He leaves behind 17 grandchildren and 3 deceased grandchildren. A Memorial and Celebration of Larry's life will be held Wed., September 7 at 1 p.m. at the West Altamonte Chapel of the Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home, 90 Weathersfield Ave., Altamonte springs, FL 32714. Visitation for friends will be Tuesday, Sept. 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.