Martin, Lawrence B. "Larry" 1939-2012

MARTIN, ERICKSON

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Lawrence B. Martin
1939-2012
Des Moines

Larry was born on November 1, 1939, in Des Moines, IA., to Aloysius and Anna Catherine Martin. He passed away on September 10, 2012, at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, IA

Larry lived in Des Moines all his life. He attended Dowling Catholic High School. Following high school, he worked for his uncle Bill Needham in his body shop for several years. Larry married Afton Erickson in 1965, and although they later divorced, they remained friends to the end. He managed Mr. Filet Steakhouse for a while in the 60's and then ran Chili King #2. Ultimately Larry went to work at Flynn-Roberts Dairy where he retired after 30 years. While at the dairy Larry was a Union Steward, and in that position he advocated for the working man’s rights.

Larry’s passion was always music. He learned to play organ from his mother and later picked up the bass guitar and didn't set it down. He played with many local bands through the years, most recently the country band, Stuck in Reverse. Larry was a Hall of Fame member of Professional Musicians & Entertainment Club of Iowa.

Larry is survived by his son, Stephen (Linda) Erickson of Des Moines; two grandchildren, Benjamin (Megan) Erickson and Theodore Erickson, four great-grandchildren, Ezra, Trinity, Jorie, and Lillian; and numerous cousins and dear friends.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Mary Ann Martin.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, September 14, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, followed by burial at Glendale Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Professional Musicians & Entertainment Club of Iowa (PMECI). ~ The Des Moines (IA) Register Wed 12 Sept 2012.