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Lawrence (Larry) Roedema Jr.,78, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 23, 2025 at his home. He was born November 17, 1946, in Racine, Wisconsin, the son of Lawrence Roedema Sr. and Carmella (Miliano) Roedema. Larry graduated from Union Grove High School, Class of 1965. Following graduation, he served with the U.S. Army in Vietnam. After the war, he married Laurie Brothers, his wife of 55 years, and they settled in Union Grove, Wisconsin.
Larry worked as a car salesman or, as he always said, “a thief and a crook.” He also rode horses professionally, competing in horse shows in Chicago and Madison Square Garden. Larry enjoyed golfing with the Union Grove friends and vacationing in Hayward, Wisconsin with Union Grove neighbors. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren who he dearly loved.
Larry was known for his positive attitude towards life, his quick wit, and great sense Of humor.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Laurie (Brothers)
Roedema, his daughter Wendi Roedema, his daughter Jennifer (Roedema) Smith and her husband, Mike; two grandchildren, Jude Smith and Maisy Smith; nieces and nephews and cousins.
A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Diabetes Foundation would be appreciated.
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(262) 653-0667
3016 75th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142
Al and Janie Brothers says:
Larry was my brother in law and when I first met him I felt a very friendly and fun person in his personality. He was definitely very amusing to be around. We spent many visits with He and Laurie when they made many trips to Ohio. He will be missed. Our prayers are with Laurie, Wendi, Jenny and Mike and the two very special grandchildren, Jude and Maisy. Also his friends. Love to all, Al and Janie
Maren Cox says:
Larry was like my big brother! His humor was my first introduction to him followed by his wonderful smile. He brought humor and light for all those who knew and loved him. Larry will live in our memories for ever. He was a blessing to Laurie, Wendy and Jenny and Jude and Maize..
Frank D'Acquisto says:
I had the privilege of working alongside Larry during my first career job at Frank Gentile Oldsmobile/Honda, where he sat directly in front of me. Larry introduced me to racquetball at the Racine Racquetball & Fitness Center across the street—a moment that sparked a 35-year journey at the club and led me to friendships I still cherish today.
Larry had an incredible wit, a sharp sense of humor, and a refreshingly blunt way of sharing his thoughts. You always knew exactly where you stood with him, and I really respected that.
I’m saddened to hear of his passing. I was fortunate to cross paths with him in later years when he’d stop by my auto repair shop to deliver parts.
Goodspeed, my friend—and thank you for being just that, a friend.