Dr. Lawrence “Larry” Nash Stauffer, Age 88, Springfield, MO, passed away January 12, 2019. Larry was born December 11, 1930 in Cherokee, OK, to Seth & Hazel Stauffer. He served in the United States Army, obtaining the rank of Corporal. Larry received his B.S., from Northwestern State College, 1952, his M.S., from Oklahoma State University, 1961, and his E.D., from OklahomaContinue Reading
Dr. Lawrence “Larry” Nash Stauffer, Age 88, Springfield, MO, passed away January 12, 2019.
Larry was born December 11, 1930 in Cherokee, OK, to Seth & Hazel Stauffer. He served in the United States Army, obtaining the rank of Corporal. Larry received his B.S., from Northwestern State College, 1952, his M.S., from Oklahoma State University, 1961, and his E.D., from Oklahoma State University 1969. Larry taught Biology at Drury College in Springfield, MO (1963-1995).
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Neva Stauffer; 2 brothers, Clark Stauffer, Milan, NM and Lynn Stauffer, Pryor, OK; 3 sons, Marc Stauffer, Springfield, MO, Scot Stauffer, Purdy, MO, Michael Stauffer (Lyn) Springfield, MO; 1 daughter, Michelle McReynolds (Scott),.Nixa, MO; 6 grandchildren, Brandon McReynolds of San Diego, CA, Heather Altizer (Stephen), Lakewood, CO., Julian Stauffer (Sarah) of Gardner, KS , Bryan Stauffer (Tiffany), Springfield, MO, Elizabeth Cassidy (Joe) of Grandview, MO, Jordan Yoder of Springfield, MO.; 6 great grands, Oliva, Layla, Marcus, Zoe, Oliver, Penelope. Numerous nieces and nephews. Larry is preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers, Lee Stauffer and Max Stauffer, and 1 grandson, Austin Dean Stauffer.
Larry took great pride in his work at Drury, teaching and encouraging students to be their very best, building a pre-med program, chaperoning dances and trips to Hawaii. After retiring, Larry enjoyed to travel. He volunteered with the VA and the local watershed. But, he loved his family time, playing with grandkids, picking apples, flying kites, dressing up at Halloween, decorating for the holidays (even Groundhog Day) Larry always had a smile on his face, unless he was sticking his tongue out at us when we made fun of him. Ice cream, don’t forget the ice cream! And popcorn! In his younger days Larry played the piano, beautifully. So many memories we will treasure always. We love you so much!
On Saturday, January 26th 2019 Military Honors, promptly at 1pm, will begin the Celebration of Life with a dinner to follow at Nathanael Green Park, Botanical Center, BOTC Meeting Room – West, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO 65807, 417-891-1515. Memorial Fund donations can be made to: Friends of the Garden, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield MO 65807.
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