Larry E. Nadeau, 74, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025, in Mesa, Arizona. Born December 4, 1950, in Cherry Point, NC, he and his family moved to Orange County, California where his father was stationed at El Toro Marine Air Base.
A lifelong sports lover, Larry excelled in track and field, football, and tennis. He was a faithful NFL fan through the years. Following high school graduation in 1969, Larry enlisted in the United States Air Force serving for 10 years. While in the USAF, he served overseas in Japan, Thailand, and Iceland before his final assignment at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona.
He is survived by his sister, Sherry Smith (Michael), his sons, Jeff (Sarah), and Tim, grandson, Austin, and step granddaughters Chris and Molly Garrett, and niece, Nicole Smith. Per Larry’s request, his ashes will be released in the sea in Southern California close to where he enjoyed surfing in his youth. His legacy will live on in the lives of his children and grandchildren.
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
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