Larry Richard Klein

September 1, 1942 - April 20, 2021

Larry Richard Klein, 78, of Evansville, passed away Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. He was born September 1, 1942, in Evansville, to the late Albert and Ida (Schwan) Klein. Larry was a graduate of St. Paul’s Lutheran School and North High School. He served in the Army National Guard. Larry worked for the Indiana Department of Transportation for over 20 years. He was a member of the Evansville Athletic Club, Owls, Masonic Lodge 469, Scottish Rite, and the Shrine. Larry loved wood working, repairing and building furniture, as well as antiquing. Following retirement, Larry owned and operated his own antique store. Larry is survived by his son, Larry Curtis (Jennifer) Klein, of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Lucas Klein and Isabel Klein; special friend, Dinah Levi; sister, Carol (Jack) Cox; nieces and nephews, John Cox, Alysia (Cox) Buck, Kenny Klein, Susan (Klein) Devor, and Carla Klein; and several great nieces and great nephews. In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lou Klein; brothers, Albert Klein, Bill Klein, and Otto Klein; and nephews, Gary and Stan Klein. There will be no visitation or services at this time. Arrangements are being handled by Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Avenue, Evansville, IN 47714. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to SWIRCA, 16 W. Virginia Street, Evansville, Indiana 47710. Condolences may be made online at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com.