Larry L. Knoedler

Larry L. Knoedler, 77, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney.

He was born on August 25, 1947, in Lexington to Fred and Irene (McKee) Knoedler. He attended public school in Lexington and graduated from Lexington Senior High School with the class of 1966. After graduation, he decided to stay in Lexington and began working on the farm for his father. Larry met Janice Kuhlman on a blind date and knew he had met his soulmate. The two were united in marriage on August 23, 1969, in Cozad, Nebraska, and honeymooned at Yellowstone. Two children were blessed to this union: Jeff and Kari.

Larry enjoyed traveling with Janice and his children, visiting all 50 states and taking family vacations every year. He would often take the family out to Johnson Lake, boating and teaching his kids how to water ski. When they weren't traveling, Larry enjoyed playing bingo and cards with his friends at the Grand Generation Center in Lexington. He was a part of a Pinochle club and was an active member of the Knights of Columbus. Larry had a deep faith and was incredibly active with St. Ann's Catholic Church as an usher. He enjoyed visiting with friends and family, taking photos, and watching movies. Larry was an immensely generous man who never hesitated to help those in need.

Survivors include his loving wife, Janice Knoedler of Lexington; children, Jeff Knoedler of Boston, Massachusetts, and Kari Knoedler of Lincoln; grandson, Gus Knoedler of Boston, Massachusetts; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.

Besides his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his two sisters, Twilla Neben and Arvella Patten.

Visitation will be held on Monday March 31, 2025, at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, with family receiving guests from 5-7 p.m. A Rosary will follow the visitation at 7:00 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington with Father Jose Chavez officiating.

Burial will take place at the St. Ann's Catholic Cemetery following mass.

Memorials are kindly suggested to St. Ann's Catholic Church, the Grand Generation Center, or to the Dawson County Care Cancer Fund.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com