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Larry J. Corning
08/04/1940 — 03/02/2018
From Richland, WA | Born in Port Angeles, WA
Larry J. Corning
Larry James Corning passed away peacefully at his residence early Friday morning. Larry was born in 1940 in Port Angeles, Washington, to Jesse and Leona Corning. Larry attended school in Port Angeles and grew up with the woman that would become the love of his life, Liz Larsen.
After graduating from Port Angeles High School, Larry worked a series of jobs while attending the University of Washington, and then transferred to Central Washington College. Liz and Larry were married in Port Angeles on June 29, 1963. They lived in the Seattle area for a few years, and then moved to California where Larry worked for Pharmacal while he continued his education.
Liz and Larry returned to Kirkland, WA, where he continued working in the medical supply field, and was determined to earn his degree at the University of Washington. He graduated with a BA in Economics. In 1971, they were blessed with a son, Jason. Eventually, the Cornings moved to Richland where Larry worked for Zimmer, traveling throughout the Pacific Northwest. He found joy in the relationships he formed with the doctors and nurses.
Larry retired from Zimmer to become a realtor with Liz. They enjoyed working together for several years at Coldwell Banker. Liz and Larry traveled all over the US, Alaska, Hawaii, the Caribbean, and Mexico, including special trips with their grandchildren.
Larry was always very thoughtful and provided special touches to every family holiday and event. Larry never missed a birthday, anniversary, or holiday. His family looked forward to receiving cards from him in the mail.
Larry was a devout Husky fan. He was a season ticket holder for the UW Huskies football team and attended any and all football related events. Larry enjoyed hiking with friends and family. He also had a passion for restoring and showing hot rods and won many awards. He was actively involved in his church and a past president of the Richland Rotary Club. He loved to try new recipes and was known for his ribs, guacamole and key lime pie.
Larry was preceded in death by both of his parents, his wife, Liz, and one granddaughter, Anne Marie. He is survived by his son and daughter in law, Jason and Lisa; sister, Bev (Seattle); and his three grandchildren, Matt (Seattle); Jason (Pullman); and Grace; as well as his close friend, Sandy Steele.
A memorial service will be held at 2 pm Saturday, March 17, at Richland Lutheran Church.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Richland Lutheran Church, 901 West Van Giesen, Richland, WA, 99354.
You were not only a amazing neighbor but wonderful friend … We will miss your kind words , wisdom and your key lime pie ….
I worked with Larry at Coldwell Banker and thought the world of him. He was always so nice to me.
He was great to have conversations with about travel and hiking, I enjoyed his laughter and humor, and I couldn’t wait to try the homemade dishes he brought to our potlucks! I am very sorry to hear we lost him. He will me missed. My condolences to the family.
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Larry J. Corning