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This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Lawrence "Crazy Larry" William Bishop who was born in Peoria, Illinois on May 30, 1935 and passed away on May 8, 2007 at the age of 71. We will remember him forever.
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As time passes I miss him even more ! / Mel Lindstrom (Best Of friends )
Larry was always there for me through the best of times and the worst. He wasn't a fair weather friend. I would call him whenever I needed a big brothers shoulder to lean or cry on. I was amazed by his power to control the crowds and the number of pe...
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In memory of Larry / Trudy Price (Friend)
I had known Larry for over 30 years. When I first moved to Peoria, I met a couple people (Nancy & Ronnie) who already knew him and told stories of him from time to time. No one ever described his appearance to me, which brings me...
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How Larry touched my life / Scott Wilson (3rd cousin )
Though I was around Larry probably less than a dozen times he was someone who left his mark. As a child I heard more about Larry but was an Adult before we meet. He had become a cult hero to the older siblings of a friend and I imediately had "s...
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Cheers to Crazy / Steve Garretts ("old" friend )
Would have very much liked to talk to or see Larry one more time before his passing. From the time we meet (summer of 1970) to the last time we talked (Scuz & Dorothy"s wedding anniversary party) he was a real kick in the ass! Always enjoyed...
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As always "I Love You" / Denise Jasinski (friend)
From first meeting Larry at Omega Boutique, to keeping in touch over the years, I've always adored Larry. He made me laugh. He used to tell people, when I was being quiet, that I was a Polish Immigrant and couldn't speak english. He always laughed, a...
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but i always thought that i'd see you again / Nola Jackson (friend) Read >> |
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Never Forget! / Stacey Risen (Friend) Read >> |
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ONLY ONE CRAZY LARRY / Cindy Hagan (old friend ) Read >> |
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Larry, I Miss You / Adam Tarter (Grandson) Read >> |
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What A guy / Mike (. Dawg ). Shearer (Old Buddy ) Read >> |
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Glad to have known you... / Erin Hobin (Friend) Read >> |
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Crazy for you! / Barb Hobin (friend) Read >> |
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I'll miss you my friend / Jay Goldberg (Friend) Read >> |
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rjg@insightbb.com / Rick Gustafson (friend) Read >> |
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The One and Only / Valerie Duncan (Friend) Read >> |
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| His legacy |
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Biography
Lawrence “Crazy Larry” William Bishop, 71, of Peoria, passed away at 6:50 a.m. on Tuesday, May 8, 2007 at Fondulac Rehabilitation and Health Care in East Peoria.
Larry was born on May 30, 1935 in Peoria, son of Joseph Everett and Mary Kathryn Murray Bishop. Two sisters, Patricia Roloff of Eureka and Phyllis Bell of South Africa, survive.
Larry attended Woodruff High School and graduated from Peoria Central High School. Larry was involved in Student Council and was the top art student at Peoria Central High School. He attended the Chouinard Art Institute in Los Angeles.
While in Los Angeles, Larry was fortunate to befriend Frank Sinatra, Jr., Richard Pryor and Ward Kimball, the creator of Jiminy Cricket.
Larry was formerly employed at Pabst Brewery in Peoria Heights and was a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran. While enlisted in the Army, Larry created many cartoons for the Army newsletter.
Larry loved art, playing the bongos and congas, rooting for the Chicago Bears, the Bradley Braves & Gene Melchiorre. He enjoyed listening to Rock and the Blues and The Moody Blues was one of his favorite musical groups.
Larry enjoyed spending time with his friends and family, especially Linda & Royal Duncan, David Price, Dean Wright & family, Devon & Steve Deckert, Dale Wright, Bernie & Barb Hobin, Denise Jasinkski, Skip Ashcraft, Annette Ford, Walt Klausing, Val Duncan, John Bardo, John Garms and Steve Tarter, Kris Boldman & family.
Larry enjoyed all of the fun times he had with his family and friends. He had a genuine heart and a fun loving nature. Larry loved life, loved to make people laugh and made a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Larry’s friends, Royal and Linda Duncan, will host a Celebration of Larry’s life at their home at 428 W. Collingwood Circle in Peoria from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 12, 2007. Anyone who knew Larry is invited to attended and share their memories of Larry. Cremation rights have been accorded. Memorial contributions may be made to the Crittenton Center in Peoria. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clary Funeral Consultants in Peoria. |
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