Obituary of Larry Dean Boysaw

Larry D. Boysaw ASHTABULA- Larry Dean Boysaw, 72 passed away on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, after short illness. The son of Glare and Evelyn Mozelle (Jenkins) Boysaw, Larry was born on April 15, 1949, in Ashtabula. He attended Ashtabula High School and remained a lifelong area resident. Larry joined the United States Army during the height of the Vietnam War. During his service to his country, he was awarded the Purple Heart for Valor during service. After his honorable discharge, Larry returned to Ashtabula to continue his life. Never asking to be recognized for his bravery, just doing his job and caring for his family. Larry and his beloved wife Lenora Barnes were united in marriage on October 15, 2004. They have been together since 1985, during their thirty-six years of dedication to each other, they created many memories, which are now treasures of the heart. Larry was a sports fanatic, football, baseball and the Ohio State Buckeyes! He was an avid gardener and landscaper. You could find him tending his garden and the lawn. Larry’s house had the best-looking yard on the block, and he encouraged his neighbors to do the same. He enjoyed traveling with Lenore and their many trips to Washington D.C. often visiting the various memorials particularly the Vietnam War Memorial. He was a member of the ANU, VFW #943 and American Legion Post #103. He and his fellow members would share stories of their time in the military; those times of sharing were an important part of his life allowing him to recount those things that gave him long nights of bad dreams. His sleep came easier after those moments shared. Larry will be remembered as a dedicated husband, dad, grandpa and great grandpa. He was dedicated to his family; his encouragement to those he loved will be remembered. Larry is an American Hero and his sacrifice for his country will be remembered by those whom he saved. Larry is survived by his loving wife, Lenora Boysaw; children, Lawrence (Candis) Boysaw and Kashunda (Rick Rice) Barnes; cherished granddaughter, Alicia Olivera; precious great grandchildren, Chayannelys and Jeremiah Olivera; great grandson, Pearson Boysaw; siblings, Charles Boysaw, John Boysaw and Debbie Pigg; special nieces and nephew, Monique Rene (Damon) Williams, Sydney Coleman, Cameron (Emily) Foster. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Glare Boysaw and Evelyn Mozelle Boysaw, siblings, Barbara Foster and Wanda Sue Boysaw. Funeral Services will be held at 1PM on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Zaback Williams Ducro Funeral Home, 500 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula, Ohio. Rev. Christopher McCain officiating. Visitation from 11AM-1PM on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at the funeral home prior to services. Military honors rendered by Dewey Howlett Post #103. If desired, contributions in Larry’s name may be given to Feed Our Vets, 433 Center Street, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004 Zaback Williams Ducro Funeral Home, 500 West Prospect Road. Ashtabula is assisting the family. www.ducro.com