Larry passed away peacefully in his home in Stephens City, Virginia on March 30, 2022. He faced his health issues with a steadfast belief in God, courage, and grace. Larry will be remembered for his love of family and his beautiful smile.
Larry was a member of First Baptist Church of Carrollton and First Baptist church of Front Royal. At First Baptist Front Royal, Larry previously served as treasurer, developed the church’s first website, and automated the church’s financial records. He and his best friend, John Long, served the church faithfully by painting the entire Fellowship Hall building. Larry worked on projects for Habitat for Humanity of Warren County and received the Golden Hammer Across the World pin. He was also a proud member of the National Rifle Association.
He was the youngest child of the late William and Mabel Ester Edwards Stendeback, born on January 26, 1939 in Carrollton, Illinois. Larry was the last of his siblings; William, Adrian, Stanley, Robert, Donnie, Doris, and Vera.
Larry Graduated from Carrollton High School in 1957 and attended the University of Maryland. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service as a program manager in Washington D.C. Prior to his move to headquarters, he was Postmaster in The Plains, Virginia.
While working full time, Larry was a single parent raising his “two boys”, working three jobs at times to provide for them. He loved talking to Linda about raising Jimmy and Eddie, the challenges and fun times they enjoyed. He loved his boys!
Larry is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Linda Stendeback; sons, James Jr. (Jenny) and Charles Edwin Stendeback; stepdaughters, Laura Kring and Sandra Sweitzer (Jim); grandchildren, Daniel, Joshua, William, Jennifer, Hannah, Victoria, Samuel Hunter, Emma, Conner, and Dylan. Also surviving Larry are his step-grandchildren, Christopher, Summer, Jacob, Lexy, Shane, Tara, Samantha, and Ashley; three great grandchildren; and nine step-great-grandchildren. Larry loved his hometown of Carrollton and has so many nieces (especially Jody and Janet), nephews, cousins, and friends who mourn his passing.
Larry was preceded in death by his stepson, Robert Leicht; step-son-in-law, Gary Kring; and Gary’s son, Charles Kring.
The family will receive friends on Friday, April 8, 2022, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at Maddox Funeral Home. The funeral service will be on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church of Front Royal, with Pastor Christy McMillin-Goodwin officiating. A Christian burial will be at Prospect Hill Cemetery in Front Royal. A luncheon will follow at First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.
Linda and girls, sending condolences for the loss of Larry who was such a wonderful man. I know he will be missed by everyone who knew him. Linda, I remember when you and Larry got married and the good time we had at the reception. Love you and the girls.
My deepest heartfelt sympathy go out to Linda and entire family. Larry was a good man and everyone always enjoyed his company. He will be sadly missed. Prayers to all.
Will be missing seeing you at all of our class reunions. Seeing your infectious smile. Stoney
I have known Dutch for over 75 years. He had such a wonderful personality and it was always fun to be with him.
Larry and his brother and sisters were like family to my family with some of the older ones living with us when I was a child. Larry was one of my dearest friends in high school, as well as to my brother Gary. I’ll always remember him for his easy-going personality, ever present smile and great laugh. My only regret is that when he returned from a weekend away I had to tell him that his groundhog that I had been “babysitting” had not survived. It is so reassuring that after high school he went on to live such a productive and worthwhile life. My sympathy to his loved ones.
Linda, my dearest friend…I’m so sorry about your loss; my condolences to you & the family. I’m so glad Larry knew the Lord and has claimed his room in the mansion God prepared for him. I’m praying for you & the family Linda, in the meantime commit your grief into God’s hands. He hears your sighs & counts your tears; wait for His time – the night shall end in joyous day.
Dear Linda & family –
So sorry to hear of your loss! Uncle Larry was always one of my favorites – many happy memories with the Stendeback crew! Let your happy memories with Larry live on – til you meet again!!!!
Sincerely,
Jackie Stendeback
Love you Uncle Larry thanks for making my Aunt Linda SO happy over the years !! She will cherish you memories and great times together. I know your in heaven visiting with my mother while she is telling you all her famous jokes ❤️🌈💟