Dayton High School Alumni
Dayton, Texas (TX)
Larry Dale Neuman Obituary (1941 - 2023)
Born Mar 13, 1941, Larry Dale Neuman attended Dayton High School in Dayton, TX. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about Larry Dale Neuman.
| Graduation Year | Class of 1959 |
| Date of Birth | Mar 13, 1941 |
| Date of Passing | Oct 02, 2023 |
| About | Larry passed at home surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born the next to the youngest of 8 children to his parents, E.B. “Lett” Neuman and Ada Gertrude Hooper Neuman. From an early age, Larry displayed a natural talent for sports and excelled in various activities. His athletic prowess earned him a full football scholarship to Colorado A & M, where he was starting quarterback his freshman year. Later, he bravely served his country in the Air Force for four years, where he was crew chief of B52 bombers, stationed at a SAC Air Force base in Altus, Oklahoma. His dedication to his homeland led him back to Dayton after his military service. An adventurer at heart, Larry found joy in bull riding and actively participated in the Dayton FFA rodeos as well as enjoyed his rodeo photography. He was an avid collector of memorabilia, a skilled hunter, and an enthusiastic fisherman. Larry was passionate about flying and worked hard to earn his pilot’s license, embracing the freedom of the skies as a private pilot. Family was the cornerstone of Larry’s life. He was a Christian man, devoted husband to his beloved wife of 61 years, Ilene Havard Neuman, and a caring father to his sons, Trevor Neuman and wife Christina Marie, and Trent Neuman and wife Tammi Rankin. Larry’s love extended to his 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Larry is survived by his brother Mutt Neuman and wife Judy, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family members. |
| Events | Larry Dale Neuman was a man of strong character, integrity, and unwavering love. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Visitation was held on Thursday, October 5, 2023, from 6: 00 to 8: 00 p. m. at Pace Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton, Texas. A service to celebrate Larry’s life took place on Friday, October 6, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. at Pace Stancil Funeral Home, followed by interment at Magnolia Cemetery, Dayton. |
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Posted May 6th, 2024
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