Don Abez
Tuesday September 14, 2021 at
6:28 PM
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Not only a great musician but a great friend. Miss our chats. RIP old friend.
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Jennifer Smith Baragar
Monday January 5, 2015 at
2:25 PM
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Dear Larry, I am sorry to not have visited you before you died. My intentions were good until I lost my own son in June. Good times we had buddy, those H.S.and Grand Rapids days are not to be forgotten. Salad days of our wonderful youth! Soul mates and our shared love of music are of the greatest connections on Earth. I am Happy to have shared a short time with you. I have these treasured memories in my heart and mind. My fellow class musician, RIP man. Love, Jennifer
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Betsy (Arntz) Irish
Friday October 24, 2014 at
4:41 PM
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So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was a Great Guy, and will be greatly missed.
Thoughts & Prays are send your way.
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Lynda janulis smith
Lks52@icloud.com
Thursday October 16, 2014 at
9:48 PM
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I learned of Larry's passing yesterday. I'm so sorry for your family. I feel lucky I was able to see him at my mom's funeral two years ago. May you find peace in this time of loss.
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Nancy Molter
Thursday October 16, 2014 at
8:08 PM
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Larry will be missed by so many of us. He was and will remain to be one of my most favorite friends. Blessings to his family and friends of whom he had many. Love you Lar
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Gene and Connie Shatz
Thursday October 16, 2014 at
6:11 PM
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So sorry for your loss.
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Zoe Dethlefsen Mantlo
Thursday October 16, 2014 at
9:22 AM
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So sorry Jeff. Prayers to you and the family.
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gayla (Cory) schachtele
Wednesday October 15, 2014 at
9:00 PM
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Remembering Larry as a great guy. I am so sorry to read his passing. Condolences to the family. Class of 1970 has lost a very special friend.
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Pam Swartz
Wednesday October 15, 2014 at
7:38 PM
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The Greenvillle class of 1970 could never forget the talent and enthusiasm Larry had for music. He loved performing and sharing his insight and creativity with all of us. I had the privilege of performing with Larry with the Village Green singers, the choir and band for several years. He was always the center of attention, he wanted everyone to have a good time just like he was.
To us it seems his life was cut short, but oh what a life he lived. He got to touch so many lives with his love of music. Even when life's road got rough, Larry found ways to enjoy music and share his knowledge.
I pray Larry's family finds comfort in knowing how fondly he will be remembered by so many.
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Nancy Chipman Hansen
Wednesday October 15, 2014 at
4:35 PM
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you, Larry, for sharing your music with us. RIP.
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Monte Montgomery
Wednesday October 15, 2014 at
2:03 PM
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I got to know Larry after we both moved from Michigan to L.A. He was one of the most talented, upbeat, helpful guys I've ever known. He was the whole package: musician/songwriter/arranger/producer and friend. Even in later years, when his health started to fail, he somehow managed to keep his dignity intact and his (and our) spirits up. I don't know how he did it -- I doubt the rest of us could have. Rock on, Lar!
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Dick & Jan Cantwell
Wednesday October 15, 2014 at
11:49 AM
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Hi Barb, We just want to tell you how very sorry we are for your huge loss. We are in Ocala, Fl. but read the paper and your loss pulled on our heart strings. God love you, Jan
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David and Kathy Vanderlip
Wednesday October 15, 2014 at
11:38 AM
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We were sad to hear the news of Larry's passing. He was such a great guy. We remember so many good times with Larry in his years out here in Los Angeles. He was always a good friend and so interested in life. We played guitars together and taught music lessons while in high school and that continued years later in California. He will be missed. Our love goes out to his family and friends.
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RONDA TYLER SIMON
Wednesday October 15, 2014 at
11:12 AM
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NANCY, JOE, JEFF, AND ALL OF THE FAMILY..YOU ARE ALL IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS...LARRY IS AT PEACE NOW...SO KEEP THOSE WONDERFUL MEMORIES CLOSE TO YOUR HEARTS AND THEY WILL MAKE YOU SMILE...EVERYTIME YOU HEAR A SONG HE LOVED...! TAKE CARE. FONDLY, RONDA
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Les Gleason Algren
Wednesday October 15, 2014 at
9:47 AM
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I am saddened for the loss of Larry. When we were in high school band together, I could see his passion and fun when playing the trumpet. My prayers are with his entire family for healing.
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Gail Brown
Wednesday October 15, 2014 at
7:54 AM
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Staffen family,
I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Gail Brown
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Chuck and Mia Taylor
Tuesday October 14, 2014 at
5:36 PM
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Dear Staffen Family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you all. Even though it's been too many years since we've been in contact we think of you all often, especially now at this very sad time. Our prayers are with you all at this time of great loss.
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David Heimburger
Tuesday October 14, 2014 at
11:58 AM
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My heart is sorrowed with the news of Larry's passing. I will pray for the Staffen family. I was introduced to Larry by his brother Jeff of who I was in a band with back in the mid 90's to 2000. During this time Larry and the Staffen family became very close and were very much like a family to me. I miss these times, but will always treasure them. Will miss you Larry. Love you Staffen family. Please take care. David Heimburger
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Cliff Bergeron
Tuesday October 14, 2014 at
9:39 AM
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I met Larry as a Student of Guitar, It was my Honor to have him as a Teacher. Godspeed Larry.
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Linda Klepper
Monday October 13, 2014 at
4:26 PM
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We are so sorry to read about the loss of Larry. It sadden's us to know the world has lost a super person. I Linda went to school with Larry and we were good friends. I remember Larry as a kind, gentle, smart, caring person. We and other friends had some really good times together. We will miss him dearly. God Bless your family you are in our prayers.
Linda and Randy Klepper
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Charles Gibson
Monday October 13, 2014 at
4:04 PM
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I'll remember Larry's superlative musical ability, his keen wit, and his helpful kindness. Sending my heart-felt condolence to all in his family.
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Susan Wright-Miller
Monday October 13, 2014 at
2:23 PM
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Remembering Larry's great smile and love for music. Sending my deepest sympathy to your family.
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Kathy Sampson
Monday October 13, 2014 at
1:02 PM
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I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he rest in peace.
God's blessings to you all
Kathy Sampson
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Lawrence "Larry" Arnold Staffen age 62 formerly of Greenville passed away Sunday at the home of his sister in Ada under the care of his family and Faith Hospice. He was born in Greenville on May 25, 1952 the son of Arnold and Barbara (Carpenter) Staffen. Larry was a graduate of Greenville High School in 1970 and was designated the class musician. He received his associate degree in music from Grand Rapids Jr. College and went on to Sherwood Oaks College in California earning a recording engineer certificate. He worked for 17 years in California in the recording industry for named artists like, Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, Burt Bacharach and many others. He also was a talented musician with the guitar, trumpet and keyboard working and playing many venues. He returned to Michigan in 1993 due to health issues and enjoyed his time with family and friends. For interests to keep active he volunteered with All Experts.com answering 1,867 questions in the home recording/expert profile.
