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Lawrence Joseph "Larry" Boor, 82, passed away February 22, 2025, at Meadowlark Hills, Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on November 24, 1942, in Great Bend, Kansas to Mathias and Margaret (Axman) Boor. On May 5, 1966, he married Doreen Kuntz in Great Bend, Kansas. She passed on May 31, 2012.

A longtime resident of Great Bend, Larry was a devoted family man, a hard worker, and a cherished friend. Before settling in Great Bend, he briefly lived in Pratt, Kansas. He dedicated 46 years of his career to Mid-Continent LP Service before spending his remaining working years at Moeder Oil, retiring in 2012. He was also part-owner of Boor's BBQ and enjoyed catering many different events.  Prior to his professional life, Larry proudly served his country in the United States Army.

Larry was a devoted member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus Council #2630, and the Propane Marketers of Kansas.

Larry found joy in life's simple pleasures. He was an avid college basketball fan, always cheering for his beloved KU Jayhawks. He loved playing dominoes with his dear friends Dave, Connie and Jim Dunlap, tinkering in his shop—where he earned a reputation for being able to fix anything—and spending time with family, especially watching his grandchildren's activities.

Most mornings, Larry could be found sharing coffee and conversation with friends at Burger King. He was known for his grilling, his ever-present stash of Tootsie Rolls for his grandchildren, and his unwavering kindness. He never forgot a family member's birthday and made sure to send a card.

Above all, Larry was honest, loyal, and hardworking. He was a man of faith and a loving father and grandfather, and a man whom family and friends could rely on. His legacy of love, integrity, and dedication will forever be cherished by his family and friends.

Survivors include son, Glenn Boor and wife Cortney Boor of Lee's Summit, Missouri; three daughters, Cheryl Flack and husband Dr. Eric Flack of Lee's Summit, Missouri, Diana Wildman and husband Darrin Wildman of Abilene, and Sarah McTighe and husband Michael McTighe of Gilbert, Arizona; eleven grandchildren, Garrett Flack, Devan Haberman-Stramel and husband Jeff Haberman-Stramel, Courtney Thoren and husband Eric Thoren, Gavin Boor, Collin Boor, Nolan Boor, Maddie Wildman and Geoff Maxwell, Noah Wildman, Emma Wildman, Rylee McTighe and Ryken McTighe; two great-grandchildren, Zelda Thoren and Nathan Maxwell; three sisters, Donna Bates, Loretta Finger and husband Robert "Jose", all of Hoisington, and Judy Conley and husband Kirby of Wichita; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife; his parents; brothers, Gerry Boor and Jim Boor; and brother-in-law, Gary Bates.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 8, 2025, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North, with military rites presented by Fort Riley Honor Guard. Visitation will take place from noon to 8:00 p.m. Friday, March 7, 2025, with family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and vigil with Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorials have been designated to Prince of Peace PSR or Knights of Columbus, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.