Larry Dean Caldwell

April 5, 1940 - May 21, 2016

Larry Dean Caldwell, age 76, of Albia passed away on May 21, 2016, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. Larry was born on April 5, 1940, to Bryan and Annie (Jamieson) Caldwell. He grew up and attended school in Hiteman through the 8th grade before attending high school in Albia, graduating with the class of 1958. He married Deloris Scott on January 27, 1968, at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Albia. They shared 48 years of marriage prior to his passing. Larry worked construction as a young man prior to working for the Albia Police Department. He later worked for Monroe County in the Maintenance Department, where he worked his way up to a management position before later retiring. Larry was a member of the American Legion Post #136 and the Knights of Columbus Council #4167, both of Albia. He enjoyed collecting models trucks and above all, enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Larry was a very kind man and never knew a stranger. Larry is survived by his wife, Deloris of Albia; a sister-in-law, Karen Caldwell of Albia; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bryan and Annie; a sister, Patricia Caldwell; and two brothers, Vincent “Rip” and Vern Caldwell. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, 2016, at Tharp Funeral Home in Albia, with Larry’s family present from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Per his wishes, his body will be cremated following visitation and a graveside service will be held at Union Chapel Cemetery on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. .