Lawrence Earl Breuer
March 24, 1948- June 6, 2017
Lawrence (Larry) Breuer, 69, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Mesa, AZ on June 6, 2017. He succumbed to his long battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis.
Larry was born in Breckenridge, MN, on March 24, 1948, the son of Clarence and Luella Breuer. He grew up in Mooreton, ND on the family farm. He continued his childhood in Albert Lea, MN.
He married Beverly Nyhof in Sisseton, SD on November 29, 1968. They enjoyed their three daughters, spending time in their grandchildren’s lives, visiting with family, traveling and making lots of great memories.
He worked in the foundry industry over 45 years as a manager, salesman, and consultant after retiring. He enjoyed giving his time serving in the American Foundryman’s Society.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents – William and Margaret (Thiel) Breuer, Lionel and Annafa (Springer) Krogness, his parents- Clarence and Donna (Suntken) Breuer and William & Luella (Breuer) Sturma, brothers-in-law – Mark Mathys and Charles “Spud” Chenze and best friend – William “Bill” Wilson.
He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of more than 48 years, Beverly (Nyhof) Breuer. The loving father of Anita (Zimran Cadle) Breuer, Kimberly Breuer, and Jennifer (Joshua) Beutin. The proud grandfather of Zimran “Pa” Cadle, Zimran “Coqui” Cadle, Zimran “Wynn” Cadle, Lucas (Kaylin) Nuss, Jarret Johnson, Jake Johnson, Christian Beutin, Benjamin Beutin, and Elianna Beutin. The loving brother of Lorraine Chenze, Diane Oveson, Danita (Andy) Weber, Kathy Herding, Clarence Breuer, Janice Breuer, Cindy Mathys, Rodney Breuer. Loving brother-in-law to Rosalee (Rodney) Laughlin, Eugene (Joanne) Nyhof, Dennis (Nancy) Nyhof, Arthur (Becki) Nyhof and Gary Nyhof. And lots of beloved nieces & nephews.
Larry will be fondly remembered by his family and friends as a loving Husband, strong Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend, an honest and fair Salesman, Proud GOP Patriot, ace Euchre and poker player, accomplished Grill Master and best of all Storyteller. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A memorial service is being held at Mountainview Cemetery, 7900 E Main Street, Mesa, AZ, on July 3, 2017 at 10 AM. Interment immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations made to AFS Wisconsin Chapter with the memo line “Lawrence Breuer Memorial Scholarship”, W175 N11117 Stonewood Drive, Suite 204, Germantown, WI 53022 or www.wisconsinafs.org/Donate and specify fund by choosing “Lawrence Breuer Memorial Scholarship”.
Thank you to all our family & friends for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Also, a heartfelt thank you to all the great Doctors, Nurses, and The Hospice of the Valley Team who cared for Larry. Your kindness and service will be remembered by our family.
Dear Breuer family; We are so sorry for your loss. Gil and I have memories of Catie Vista apartments and this North Dakota family with 3 sweet little girls moved in. During that time we got to be close friends, spending time together on holidays, parents going out on a dancing. the kids got to spend time with our kids. We have many memories of our time with the your family. May God keep you all wrapped in His arms of love at this time. Bev, I am thinking of you and pray we can see each other again soon. Emmy
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Bev and family in the loss of Larry. Although we haven’t seen each other in years, our families spent a lot of time together as I was growing up. As you know, my dad, Larry, followed your Larry out to SD to work the foundry business. So one could say your family contributed to where I am today, still in SD and happily married.
I have fond memories of Larry, one in particular spent in Wahpeton, ND over the 4th of July!! That was a fun trip as a child!
Our Larry’s are together now in heaven watching down over us as we finish our journey. God bless you all and keep the memories alive to help in your grief.
Blessings,
Deb
Dear Bev and your children: We were so sad to hear that Larry had passed away after a long battle with Fibrosis and cancer. We did not even know he had been sick and I’m sure the battle at the end was painful for him and you. We watched Doug suffer with a very similar battle that ended all too quickly. When one we love suffers so, we suffer too and feel so helpless at times. Let the many happy memories sustain you during this sad time as you prepare to say farewell. May you feel God’s love surround you in the faces of your family and friends. We wish we could be there with you all to love on you, but we will not be able to make the trip. We will honor your request for a donation to the AFS Wisconsin Chapter in Larry’s name. Deep sympathies to you Bev, as you will feel the loss the most as your partner in life is gone. I pray God will bless you with health and healing of your heart in the days ahead. Tight hugs and a kiss on the cheek in love. We love you!
Dear Bev and daughters,
I was so sad to hear the loss of your Beloved husband and father, Larry.
My thoughts & Prayers pour out to you and your family. I had had no idea he was battling cancer.
I too, (along with my sister, Mom &Dad) have fond memories with your family over the years growing up. I will cherish them always.
My sympathies to your entire family on your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow.
Dear Bev and family I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray for healing for you and your family.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers go out to your entire family xx
My deepest condolences to you during this time know that you are not alone and that if you ever need to talk please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Larry, your extended family was rocked to it’s very foundations when you, Lawrence Earl Breuer, silently left this life and slipped into the next. We all offered our prayers for peace, comfort and strength for you, Bev, Anita, Kimberly, Jennifer and the rest of your family. We added ourselves to that close-knit group, as we too had to deal with our own feelings of heartache, emptiness and bereavement.
Soon the family will gather together to celebrate you, Larry, sharing the love we have for you, what you meant to each of us and how you touched our lives.
I hope you knew, you were greatly admired by the family for the man you became. Through your strong work ethics, determination, courage to change and as a loving husband and family man, you set quite the example for those both younger and older than you. With out a word your life said, “You can do it!”
As we move forward, “We can do it” because you were here, with us, to show us how!
Love You Always,
Aunt Carrie