Larry “Ralph” Hasler, age 56, of Willard, Mo., passed away Saturday, June 11, 2011 in his home. Larry was born on December 19, 1954, in Springfield Mo., the son of Delbert and Syvilla Osborn Hasler.
Larry was an avid picker of all things, he loved antiques and treasures. Larry loved History, Religion, Ancient History, and Politics. He collected old and rare books, memoribalia, and motorcycles.
Larry wrote poetry and had written several opinions for the NewsLeader opinion column, having one published in the newspaper.
He was preceded in death by a son, Matthew Hasler.
He is survived by his wife, Linda McCann Hasler of the home; sons, Bryan Jeffery Hasler of Willard, Mo., David Lee Hasler of Willard Mo.; his father, Delbert Hasler, and mother, Syvilla Sherertz; five grandchildren; and many friends.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in Greenlawn Funeral Home with Father Denis Daugherty O.S.B. officiating. Burial to follow in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Springfield Mo. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 14 also in the funeral home from 6 to 8:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Guaranty Bank for the Ralph Hasler Memorial Fund.