Service Information
Larry D. McKimm, age 81, husband of Barbara, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at Woodstone Senior Living in Hutchinson.
Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, with interment in Oakland Cemetery in Hutchinson.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson, and will continue one hour prior to the service at Peace Lutheran Church.
Obituary
Larry Daniel McKimm was born on September 17, 1942, in Glencoe, Minnesota. He was the son of Kenneth and Clarice (Harms) McKimm. Larry was baptized as an infant on October 4, 1942, by Rev. W.P. Kramer at St. John’s Lutheran in Young America, Minnesota, and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth on May 20, 1956, by Rev. M.G. Kirsch at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. He received his education in Hutchinson and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1960. Larry furthered his education at Mankato State University in Mankato, Minnesota, with a degree in Business Management.
Larry entered active military service in the United States Air Force Reserves on March 12th, 1965, in Lackland, Texas, and served his country in the Air Force Reserve at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport until 1970. He received an Honorable Discharge on November 30th, 1970.
On July 2, 1966, Larry was united in marriage to Barbara Natterstad at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with three children, Michael, Kent, and Lisa. Larry and Barbara resided in Hutchinson. They shared 57 years of marriage.
Larry owned and operated McKimm Milk Transit Inc. in Hutchinson from 1970 until he retired in 2007. He was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. As a young man, Larry was also an active member of the local Democratic Party in Hutchinson.
Larry enjoyed traveling with his wife and in later years spending the winter months with Barb in Sarasota, Florida. Summers found Larry resting at the lake cabin, usually with one of the dog's heads on his lap. Larry enjoyed going out to eat and often treated his family to dinner or ice cream. He was a student of national economics and current events reading the Wall Street Journal cover to cover every day. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren, and friends.
Larry passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at Woodstone Senior Living in Hutchinson, at the age of 81 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Larry is survived by his:
Wife, Barbara McKimm of Hutchinson, MN,
Children, Michael McKimm and his wife, Renae of Hutchinson, MN,
Lisa McKimm Horacek of Woodbury, MN;
Grandchildren, Abby (Alec) Westlund, Benjamin McKimm, Colin McKimm, Quinn Horacek, Avery Horacek;
Niece, Bethany (Joe) Holtmeier;
Nephew, Brady (Carrie) McKimm;
Great-nieces and nephews, Brianna (Cole) Schuessler, Dylan Holtmeier, Ethan Holtmeier, Leyton McKimm, Keenan McKimm, Brynlee McKimm;
Many other relatives and friends.
Larry is preceded in death by his Parents, Kenneth and Clarice McKimm; Son, Kent McKimm; Brother, Terry McKimm; Sister-in-law, Janet McKimm.
Bonnie Karl says
Barb, Mike and family,
Sending our heartfelt sympathy to you all! Larry was a wonderful person, many fond memories of visiting with him over the years from when my dad (Gene Heil) worked for him. He was a kind soul and always friendly. Our love and prayers to you all. Rick and Bonnie Karl
Barbara Tews Rasmussen says
Sorry to hear of the passing of Larry. He was in the 1960 class and my confirmation class at Peace Lutheran. My deepest sympathy to the family and Barb. God bless you at this sad time!
Karen Popp Vann says
My condolences during this difficult time. As we we growing up, Larry was a classmate, confirmation-mate, and “down the street” neighbor. I have wonderful memories of Larry during those formative years. Barb, you and your family are in my prayers….God’s peace to all of you.
JEAN NIES says
Barb and family, so sorry for your loss. Larry was was always so good about granting my request for the annual sponsorship of the McKimm’s Women’s Tuesday night bowling team, Every year he would ask if we needed new shirts or anything else to support the team.
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Bob and Sue Shimanski says
Barb,Mike and Lisa, please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband and father. Larry was a great neighbor to have when we moved back to Hutchinson. And he was always so friendly. May he rest in peace.
Darlene Erickson says
Our sincere sadness in the passing of Larry, prayer’s n’ hug’s to your family….Don n’ Darlene
Judy (Hoff) Sladek says
My deepest sympathy . Remembering Larry way back to 3rd. Grade. He was always stellar . Our wonderful Class of ’60 has another classmate waiting for us in Heaven!
LeRoy Schmidt Family says
Sending our sincere sympathy to your family. Larry was a kind, thoughtful person and our Dad enjoyed his years working for Larry.
Troy Kurth says
I give the Mckimm family my deepest sympathy of his passing! May God bless you during this time of trouble.
Christian Dobratz says
Barb, Mike and Family,
My deepest sympathies to you all on the passing of your husband and father. Larry was such a kind and generous person. He always greeted you with a smile and took time to say hi and ask how you were doing. Many memories of him stopping at Clarice’s house and talking to us kids as we were growing up. He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.