Our beloved husband, dad and grandpa passed away at home on October 27, 2022. Larry was born on August 8, 1937 to Alma Mantle and Drue McCluskey. He grew up in Bingham Canyon and graduated from West High School. Larry attended the University of Utah and was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. He married his sweetheart Shawna Cannon on December 18, 1959. Larry and Shawna had two children, Christy (Tom) Barnes, Larry Jr. (Leslie) Mantle. He had five adoring grandchildren Brady (Ashley) Mantle, Wade (Holly) Mantle, Paige (Alvy) Martinez, Brandon (Crystal) Barnes, Emily (Tyson) Moll. Seven great grandchildren whom he loved with all his heart Henry, Addison, Elenore, Charlotte Mantle, Ruby, Theo Barnes, Layla Moll; and his best and loyal pal, Suzie. He was a very devoted family man.

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Larry spent his 40-year-carrier with Chevrolet Motor Division, working his way up the ladder from the mail room to district manager, retiring in 1999. He was a dedicated employee, a true Chevy man.

Larry loved sports. He was an avid bowler and golfer and a member of Alpine Country Club. He spent many years coaching Larry Jr. in baseball and football and was a mentor and a great example to many young players. Larry was a true and passionate fan of the Denver Broncos, Utah Jazz, and the University of Utah Utes. He made friends wherever he went, from servers at restaurants, to baristas at Starbucks, everyone loved him.

He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and enjoyed listening to Music and the Spoken Word on Sundays.

Larry is preceded in death by his parents and stepfather Stanley McCluskey, his in-laws, Julian and Ina Cannon, and many close relatives and friends.

The family would like to thank the Sandy Police and Fire Department for their kindness and compassion.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. Dimple Dell Road (10600 S.), Sandy on November 7, 2022, with a viewing from 9:30 am-10:45 am and funeral services to follow at 11:00am. To virtually attend services please visit www.larkinmortuary.com

In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity.

Services

Viewing

Monday, Nov. 07, 2022 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Larkin Sunset Gardens
1950 E. Dimple Dell Road
Sandy, UT 84092

Funeral Service

Monday, Nov. 07, 2022 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Larkin Sunset Gardens
1950 E. Dimple Dell Road
Sandy, UT 84092

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Larkin Sunset Gardens
1950 E 10600 S
Sandy, UT

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Post Date

Oct 31, 2022

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Larry and Shauna always treated us as family. He was a great leader for all of us in the car business. More importantly a real friend. God bless you Shauna.

Greg Rolfe , Stansbury Park, UT, US Nov 05, 2022

Larry and Shauna always treated us as family. He was a great leader for all of us in the car business. More importantly a real friend. God bless you Shauna.

Greg Rolfe , Stansbury Park, UT, US Nov 05, 2022

Larry and Shauna always treated us as family. He was a great leader for all of us in the car business. More importantly a real friend. God bless you Shauna.

Greg Rolfe , Stansbury Park, UT, US Nov 05, 2022

Larry and Shauna always treated us as family. He was a great leader for all of us in the car business. More importantly a real friend. God bless you Shauna.

Greg Rolfe , Stansbury Park, UT, US Nov 05, 2022

Mr. Mantle was always so good to the kids in the neighborhood. He spent time talking to us, and being involved with youth sports. Us kids loved to spend time with him.

I remember taking my new Jeep over to show to him, I was so proud of it. Being a Chevy guy, he had to bust my chops. He was a fun person to be around.

Becky and I pray that his family will find peace in his memory. Larry is one of the good guys.

Al and Becky Reese , Sahuarita , AZ, US Nov 03, 2022

I worked with Larry about 10 years ago, at Quest. He was a sweet guy, and I really liked him. Im sad to hear he passed.

Tabitha , SLC, UT, US Nov 01, 2022

Dear Chris & Shawna,

So sorry to hear of your dear Dads passing.

Just about 2-3 weeks ago, my parents (Jerry & Sharlene) and I ran into your Mom & Dad at Morelias. So glad I was able to meet him for the first time. May god bless you all during this difficult time.

Take care,

Lisa

Jed & Lisa Larsen , West Jordan, UT, US Nov 01, 2022

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