Larry E. Connett

Lawrence E. “Larry” Connett, 77 of Ossian, passed away on Saturday evening, October 14, 2023, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born on June 11, 1946 in Fort Wayne to William Stewart & Dena Pauline (Hammons) Connett. He graduated from Ossian High School in 1966. He was a part of his family’s business, Bill’s Roofing & Siding, Inc. for 61 years. A business owned and operated by his father, Bill Sr. and carried on by Larry and his brothers until just recently. Larry proudly served his country in the United State Marine Corps. He was a member of Wells County Gideon Camp and American Legion Post #111 in Bluffton. He served on the Wells County 4-H Board for over 10 years. Larry was a member of Grace Baptist Church of Bluffton and the Ossian Church of the Nazarene. He served on both of the Church Boards, and also taught Sunday School for 20 years. He enjoyed collecting coins and Beanie Babies and enjoyed putting puzzles together. On August 12, 1972, Larry and Constance “Connie” Brown were married at Grace Baptist Church in Bluffton. Survivors include his wife, Connie of Ossian, and children Paula Ann (Michael) Carothers of Lawrenceburg, KY, Edward Joe (Amy) Connett and Victoria Grace (Shane) Mason all of Ossian. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren, along with his siblings; William (Suzy) Connett of Ossian, Donald (Cheryl) Connett of Fort Wayne, Donna Cleland of Ridgeland, SC., Tamara Connett of Bluffton and Richard Connett of Bluffton. He is preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters, Barbara Davidson and Patricia Brown. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Friday, (October 20, 2023) at Ossian Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Travis Tackett officiating. The church is located at 302 North Metts Street, Ossian, Indiana. Burial will follow at the Oaklawn Cemetery in Ossian with Military honors by the United States Marine Corps. Honor Guard and American Legion Post #111 Honor Guard. Visitation will take place from 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. on Thursday, (October 19, 2023) at the Ossian Church of the Nazarene and for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Memorials may be made to Wells County Gideon Camp or to the Ossian Church of the Nazarene and can be directed to the funeral home. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Lemler family of Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton. Friend can send online condolences to the family at www.thomarich.com. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For our citizenship is in Heaven, from which we also eagerly wait the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body, according to the working by which He is able even to subdue all things to Himself. Philippians 3:20-21 Our hearts are heavy this morning as we let you all know that my dad took his last breath on earth last night just before midnight surrounded by his wife, kids and sister. My dad fought so hard this past year but we take comfort in knowing that he is no longer suffering and his body has been made new in Heaven with no sickness or broken bones and with a perfect heart. The one thing my dad said repeatedly was that he wasn’t depressed about his diagnosis because he knew where he was going. He also said that his prayer was that he would not have any pain while he lived out his last days and God blessed him and answered his prayers. My dad was such a special person and he was touched by all the love shown to him these last couple weeks. Everyone’s prayers and kind words have been felt and we are so thankful for each of them. Please continue to pray for our family as we all rally together to help each us continue this difficult journey through the next few days. Also through the months and year as we experience firsts without dad. We are so thankful for the memories that we have and will then cherish forever. ❤️ Connie, Paula, Ed, & Victoria

Larry E. Connett

June 11, 1946 - October 14, 2023