Larry "Luke" Sewell, Sr. Obituary

Larry "Luke" Sewell, Sr.

Service: 1:00pm Mon. January 24th, 2022
Location: Conroy Funeral Home

SEWELL, Larry “Luke”, Sr., 83, of Springfield passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. He resided in Springfield most of his life. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1956-1962. Larry was an electrician by trade but completed his working career as a Maintenance Supervisor. He was an avid sports fan and excelled in both golf and bowling. Another favorite pastime was the card games with his friends at the Elks. He is survived by his wife, Ann; daughter Staci & Mike Gough; sons, Larry & Valerie Sewell, II and Don Peterman, Jr.; 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by his nieces, nephews and sister-in-law, Marleah as well as all of his lifelong friends. Larry was preceded in death by his parents and 3 brothers, Earl, Jr., Pearl “Ed” and Johnny. Larry left us the same way he lived his life, on his terms. He will live on in our hearts forever. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Monday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in the CONROY FUNERAL HOME. A Funeral Service will follow beginning at 1:00 pm with Pastor Ervin Hargrave officiating. There will be a private graveside service. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Annie, my heart hurts for you and your family. I am so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Please know if there is anything I can do for you at any time, I am here for you. May God wrap his strength and love around you and your family as he walks with you during these sad times Larry will certainly be missed by many friends.

- Marcia Flax, Saturday January 22nd, 2022

So very sorry to hear of Larrys passing. Always had a smile on his face. Great times at the bowling alley and on the golf course. Prayers to the family in this difficult time.

- Craig Via, Friday January 21st, 2022

Larry was a fine gentleman years ago he played softball with my husband and our son was 5 or 6 years old and Larry made his day buy giving him a ball glove. he still has that glove and will always rem-mber Larry. Thoughts and prayers are coming your way. May he rest in peace

- Janice Lemmons, Friday January 21st, 2022

Ann; my Heartfelt prayers and Love are with you and the family. Larry was a great guy and friend & surely will be missed. I am so sorry he has passed & I am here for you. Joyce Adams Thursday January 20th

- Joyce Adams, Friday January 21st, 2022

So sorry for your loss. It is our loss also. Enjoyed working with Larry at the golf course for many yrs. and having lunch with you guys at Mics on Wednesdays.

- jerry Clark, Friday January 21st, 2022

Sad to hear of Larry's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.

- Vern Whitt, Thursday January 20th, 2022

Luke and Jack have been friends since 1951. We always had a good time together and will miss him very much. Ann, Stacy, Larry,jr. we offer our love and condolences and will always be here for you.

- Jack and Joan Merritt, Thursday January 20th, 2022

Condolences to the family. Larry was a super guy and will be missed by many and he always looked forward to the poker game on Thursdays and his gin games with the Elks crowd RIP Larry

- K Lacey , Thursday January 20th, 2022

Ann and family I am so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing he was a joy to be around. We at Mics will miss him on Wednesday Nights as he has been a part of our family there. Prayers for you all❤️❤️

- Cheryl Wise, Thursday January 20th, 2022

Condolences to the family. Larry was a super guy and will be missed by many and he always looked forward to the poker game on Thursdays and his gin games with the Elks crowd RIP Larry

- K Lacey , Thursday January 20th, 2022

We will miss Larry so much. Enjoyed our Wednesday dinners at Mic’s and our great conversations and stories. We will be there for you Annie always. Love Steve and Sherry.

- Steve and Sherry Anderson, Thursday January 20th, 2022

- Joyce Adams, Thursday January 20th, 2022