Lawrence “Lucky Larry” F. Hetzer, age 91 of Oshkosh, passed away at Park View Health Center on Tuesday, September 29, 2020. He was born in Stevens Point on May 11, 1929 to the late Wilfred and Mae (Kragel) Hetzer. Larry was a graduate of P.J. Jacobs High School. Larry married his late wife, Maxine Hansen, on August 27, 1949 and their marriage was blessed with four children.
Larry worked at Hetzers Bike Shop, the family owned business, until the early 1950’s when he started his career with Wisconsin Public Service as a lineman. In 1972 he moved his family to Oshkosh, where he worked as an electric line supervisor until he retired in 1994. Larry always spoke highly of his colleagues, and in return, was well liked and respected by many.
He lived his life as an outdoorsman. Larry loved going up north to the cabin, and hunting and fishing with his boys, which he was still doing at 90 years old! He enjoyed taking trips to the Roxy with Maxine, and spending time with family and friends. Larry was loved by all who knew him. His children couldn’t go anywhere without hearing “where’s Larry?” while visiting friends, because he became “one of the guys”.
Larry is survived by his children, Linda Stanke, Tim (Cheryl) Hetzer, Tom (Jan) Hetzer, and Mike (Lorrie) Hetzer; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a great-great-grandson; sister, Alice Grimsbo.
In addition to his parents, and wife, Maxine, Larry was preceded in death by his brother, Howard (Katie) Hetzer, son-in-law, Bill Stanke, and brother-in-law, Olaf Grimsbo.
Per Larry’s wishes, no services will be held.
Larry’s family would like to thank the staff and residents of Bella Vista and Park View Health Center for the care and love provided to him throughout the years. Your kindness has been deeply appreciated.
