Lawrence (Larry) Eldon Ahrendt was the first of 10 children born to Lyle and Vivian (Stoner) Ahrendt. He was born on October 16, 1947, in the Lutheran Hospital in Sioux City, Iowa. The family first resided in Sioux City but then moved to a farm north of Clarissa where Lawrence grew up. He attended country school and then Clarissa High School once he was in 7th grade. He participated in basketball, football, track and FFA. In August of 1965, he joined the Navy. After his discharge he was married and lived in the metro area where he was employed at the Packaging Corporation Of America. After several years of living in the cities, Lawrence decided to become a farmer. He first farmed in partnership with his father but then purchased his own dairy and crop farm. He was a member of the DHIA and won several awards for high quality milk production. A barn fire in the early 1980s ended the dairy operation. At this time, Lawrence joined the National Guard and became a cook. He retired from the Guards after 20+ years of service. Larry enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing cards. He also was an exceptional bowler.
Lawrence is survived by his three children Randy, Sheila, and Ryan (Darla); four grandchildren, Bryan, Ben, Sam and Kendal; four great-grandchildren, Aria Oryn, Jay and Harvey; his brothers, Stephan, Roland, Matthew and Tim; and his sisters Michelle, Becky, and their families.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lyle and Vivian Ahrendt; son-in-law Dan, and grandparents.
Lawrence (Larry) Ahrendt, 77 years of Grey Eagle, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025 at the St. Cloud VA. A funeral service took place at Iten Funeral Home on Monday, March 24th, 2025. Burial followed at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery with Military honors. Arrangements are made with the Iten Funeral Home of Browerville.
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