Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 11, 2014, with a funeral service to begin at 1:00 p.m., all at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. Cemetery services will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.
Dr. Larry A. Stobbs was born August 16, 1953, in Birch Hills, Saskatchewan, Canada. He is survived by his wife, Linda; two sons, Nathan (girlfriend Wendy) and Clayton (wife Kelly); sister, Carol Pryznyk of Birch Hills, Saskatchewan; sister, Bev Glasscock of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan; sister, Bonnie Pike of Winnipeg, Manitoba; brother, Gary of Lloyd Minster, Saskatchewan; brother, Bob (Robert A.) of Regina, Saskatchewan; brother, Ken of Birch Hills, Saskatchewan; and numerous nieces and nephews.
As a young boy, Larry was an achiever, being an outstanding student and valedictorian of his high school class. In 1977 he achieved his lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian. After marrying Linda in 1977, Larry briefly practiced veterinary medicine but quickly transitioned into research with Elanco Animal Health, a division of Eli Lilly, where he spent 28 years of his life. Larry ended his career with Elanco in 2008 as the Director of Global Regulatory affairs. Throughout his illustrious career, Larry traveled the world and was responsible for global changes in the animal health and food industry for the goal of availability of food for the world.
Larry enjoyed golfing with his sons and many friends and built countless friendships at the Bridgewater Golf Club. The Masters and playing Pebble Beach were two highlights of his life.
Larry was an optimist and scientist to the end, wanting to try every possible avenue to advance cancer research. Never for himself, but always for others.
Larry had incredible faith and trust in the Lord. His time at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church was very special to him and provided him much strength and grace in his battle with cancer.
“Love the people God gave you because He will want them back one day” –Unknown
Gale Powner says
Dear Linda ~
Larry and I want to
send you our most
heart felt feelings
to you and your Family ~ We truly
keep you and your
Family in our prayers
Much Love To You All ~
Gale & Larry Powner
Tom Bigelow says
Larry will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. His courage and empathy were great examples to all of us and will be remembered long after his untimely death.
Jeff Diehl says
I had the priveledge of visiting Larry and Linda in Indianapolis and experiencing their hospitality. They are exceptional people. Larry always took time to travel up to Saskatchewan for family functions and I will always remember the good times! Love you Linda and family!
mike stobbs says
We are so sorry for your loss. God bless and take care.
John 14:1-4 “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. And you know the way to where I am going.”
Love. Mike,Jan,Parker and Aden
Haley says
Auntie Linda, Clayton and Nathan,
I am so sorry for the loss of Uncle Larry. He was a very wonderful man and he will be truly missed by all! I will be with you in heart. Love you all! Rest in peace Uncle Larry! ❤️
Jackie Thompson says
The Stobbs Famlies my DEEPEST SYMPATHY to all the family
Kim Stickney says
Dear Linda,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Larry was such a happy, friendly neighbor and it was such a pleasure to chat with him.
May God wrap his arms tightly around you and your family at this time.
Love, Kim
Alice Thaler-Vaughn says
Dear Linda, we and our church family at Thurmont United Methodist Church are saddened by the news of Larry’s passing. His faith was an inspiration to us all. We are with you in spirit through this difficult time.
Steven Vaughn and Alice Thaler
Bill Sinkovic says
Linda, Nathan, and Clayton – I’m so sorry for your loss. Thankful for having known such a kind and thoughtful man. Warm regards, Bill
Gord Stewart says
I grew up close to Brancepeth and only a few miles from the Stobbs farm and remember the Stobbs family, including Larry, very well. My sincerest condolences to all of his family, friends and relatives
Paul Smith says
I’m someone Larry reached out to in the last few months through a mutual scientist friend. I just wanted to acknowledge Larry’s thoughtful kindness to me and express my deepest sympathy to his loved ones.