Larry D. Barrand

Larry Barrand, 83, of Topeka passed away on February 2, 2023. He was born on June 11, 1939 at Horton, Kansas the son of Alvin and Faye Barrand.     He graduated from Wetmore High School at Wetmore before serving in the United States Army.   Larry called Topeka home, where he worked for the Santa Fe Railroad at Topeka nearly 36 years before retiring in 2000.  He enjoyed spending time outdoors, hunting fishing and camping with his family on the weekends.   Lake Perry was a favorite place to go.   He played softball too, and enjoyed teaching his daughter how to pitch and watching her games. After retirement he wintered in Florida.

On June 11, 1966 he was married to Thelma Woody.  Thelma preceded him in 1999.

He is survived by his family members which include his daughter, Dee Higer (Brian) of Dry Ridge, Kentucky; “Donnie” Barrand (Judy) of Dodge City, Kansas; brother, Gene Barrand of Topeka; two sisters, Pat Lierz (Ron) and Linda Sampson (Bill) all of Topeka.

Along with his parents and wife, Larry was preceded by his son Allen Barrand and brothers, Gary Barrand and Jack Barrand.

Interment was held at Kennekuk Cemetery near Horton.   The family will receive friends from 4-6 pm on Saturday evening February 11, 2023.  Following the visitation a memorial service for Larry will be begin at 6:00 pm at Davidson Funeral Home.  Anyone wishing to share a good story to share with the family is encouraged to do so.  To leave the family a message please visit the website www.davidsonfuneral. Larry services will be live streamed at the scheduled service time here.