Larry Richard Lawton, Sr., age 73 of Nebraska City died December 22, 2021 at CHI Bergan Mercy Hospital in Omaha. Larry was born December 13, 1948 in Lincoln, the son of Richard and Laura Marjorie (Stoner) Lawton.

Larry married Hazel Miller February 23, 1968. He formerly lived in Syracuse before moving to Nebraska City several years ago. Larry served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He was a member of the V.F.W. and American Legion and worked at Wheaton’s and Arbor Day Farms before his retirement.

Larry loved going on road trips, planting flowers and was an avid sports fan. Survivors include his wife, Hazel of Nebraska City; sons, Larry Richard (Susan) Lawton, Jr. of Diller, and Timothy Jason Lawton of Nebraska City; grandson, Lance Lawton; sisters, Thelma (Allen) DeYoung of Lincoln and Phyllis Gress of Syracuse; sister-in-law, Margie Meyer of Syracuse; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Everett.

Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Marshall Funeral Chapel in Nebraska City with burial in Wyuka Cemetery. Military honors will be conducted by the United States Marine Corps Funeral Honors Team.

Visitations will be 3:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday at Marshall Funeral Chapel in Nebraska City with the family greeting friends from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M.

Memorials are suggested to Region V.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.marshallfuneral.com.

Marshall Funeral Chapel of Nebraska City is in charge of arrangements.