Larry R. Jackson

Larry R. Jackson, 72, of Fremont, OH passed away on December 18, 2020 at Toledo Hospital.  He was born in Muncie, IN on January 17, 1948 the son of Lawrence and Norma (McCurdy) Jackson.  He was a 1966 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.  Larry was a supervisor at Sandco Industries then became the Recreation Director for the City of Fremont until he retired.  Larry then worked as a teacher aid at Ross High School until 2011.  He was a loyal Ross supporter and was the voice of the Little Giants for over twenty years as the PA announcer.  Larry served on Fremont City Council for many years and was a member of Hayes Memorial United Methodist Church where he enjoyed bible study.  He was an avid Indiana University basketball fan and coached youth baseball for many years.

Larry is survived by his sister, Kathy Stevenson, Fremont, OH; nephews and niece, Kevin (Jodi) Stevenson, Fremont, OH, Kelli Stevenson, Phoenix, AZ and Kurt (Jill) Stevenson, South Carolina; great nieces and nephews, Shelby, Case, Channing and Hunter Stevenson.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Celebration of Life Visitation: Thursday, January 14, 2021 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.

The use of face masks is required while indoors at all services. Social distancing will be observed throughout all services with wait times taking place outdoors. If you would prefer, you may express your condolences below or call the funeral home at 419-332-6409 to request that your name be signed in the guest book.

Private burial will take place at Oakwood Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials can be made to the Fremont Ross Booster Club or Hayes Memorial United Methodist Church.

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