Larry D Zenor Obituary (1933

LARRY ZENOR Larry D. Zenor, 84 of Mt. Vernon, passed away on July 14, 2017 after an extended illness. Larry was born June 29, 1933 in Lehigh, IA. and raised by his grandparents, who instilled in him a dedication to the family and the Methodist Church. After serving in the Korean War, Larry utilized the GI Bill to fulfill a life-long passion to help others better themselves through education. Larry spent his career in education from teaching thru school administration last serving as Superintendent of Schools in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Larry enjoyed sports. He coached high school basketball early on, and, along with wife Joyce, developed a passion for Iowa wrestling, following the team during retirement. Larry also cherished his friendships made over the years through playing cards, golfing, and visiting friends across the country. Larry is survived by his wife, Joyce, of 60 years; daughter Marlys (Clay) Kraus and son Mark (Ginger) Zenor, grandchildren, Alex and Walt Zenor, sister Jean (Bill) Clark, nephew Andrew Ditsworth and sister -in-law Jean (Max) Fitz. Larry was preceded in death by mother Evonne Bowers and sister Linda Severson. The Zenor family extends heartfelt appreciation to the staff at Meadowview Memory Care for the care and warmth provided to Larry. A celebration of life will be held in the Fall. Please visit www.celebratelifeiowa.com for condolences and desire to receive celebration details. Memorials may be directed to Alzheimer Association.