Visitation will be on Wednesday, August 7, 2019, at Memorial Funeral Home from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Funeral service will be on Thursday, August 8, 2019, at 10:00 am at the funeral home with Rev. Vince Hawkins officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.
Larry was born on April 11, 1938, in Searcy, Arkansas, the son of Ernest Eugene and Mabel Louise (Henry) David, who preceded him in death. He had an affinity for learning, earning a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Arkansas and a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University. His career lead him to the University of Missouri-Columbia where he worked as a faculty member and administrator for over 30 years. He had a natural ability to teach and engage with students, which he treasured. The ability to teach and mentor others translated into a passion for officiating high school basketball and football. He was a leader within the Columbia Basketball Officials Association and the Columbia Football Officials Association where he contributed to inspiring countless young officials. Traveling to exotic regions of the world was common for Larry. He visited multiple countries and continents, spending many winters in the warmth of Southeast Asia. Other hobbies were enjoying theatre, going to movies, and reading. He was an avid Mizzou Athletics fan. He received the most joy in interacting with his family, especially his grandchildren. Whatever activity Larry was involved in, there was always a constant smile on his face.
Survivors include: three children, Brad David of Columbia, MO; Craig David (Kellen) of Columbia, MO, and Tamara Herman (Jason) of Columbia, MO, and ten grandchildren, Jack David, Derek David, Mark David, Bradleigh David, Olivia Herman, Brianna Schuman, Amelia Herman, Faith David, Pearl David, and Nile David.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the University of Missouri College of Engineering Scholarship Fund, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202.
