Lawrence Henry Sverdrup Sr.

The family of Lawrence "Larry" Henry Sverdrup Sr., with heavy hearts but fond memories, announces his Jan. 7, 2022, passing from natural causes.

Larry’s character defined him best with his focus on family and community, including coaching youth sports and supporting its role in the healthy development of children. He also loved running and ran marathons until his joints told him no more.

Larry met and married the love of his life, Emily Krez, 69 years ago in Buffalo, N.Y. Larry was preceded in death by two of his children, Marie and Kathleen. Larry’s other children — Larry Jr., James, Eileen, Sharron, Sandy, Linda, Francis and Eric — and their spouses will always think fondly of him as will his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

After honorably serving his country as a captain in the U.S. Air Force, Larry attended law school in Missoula before planting his roots in Libby in 1966, joining the Williams Law Firm and eventually running a successful title company. He loved Libby, striving to assist its growth and develop its history while serving on the school board, Knights of Columbus, Rotary and Sons of Norway (to name a few).

Please join us in person (masked or unmasked) or in your thoughts and prayers for visitation from 1 to 6 p.m., Jan. 24 with rosary service at 7 p.m. at the Schnackenberg Funeral Home. The funeral mass will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 11 a.m., Jan. 25. Following interment at the City of Libby Cemetery there will be a luncheon at Parish Hall.

Arrangements are under the care of Schnackenberg Funeral Home in Libby. Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.schnackenbergfh.com.