Larry Leroy Waldera, age 76, of Taylor, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 13, 2017 in the Pine View Care Center in Black River Falls.

Larry was born on October 5, 1940 in Arcadia to Michael and Pauline (Lisowski) Waldera.

Larry enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and looked forward to family outings in Hatfield, fishing trips to Siren and Waldera family reunions.

Larry is survived by his his two daughters, Janelyn Waldera of Black River Falls and Jeneane (Tim) Klemann of Siren; five grandchildren, Joshua (Liz) Waldera, Jeryd (friend, Brandy) Waldera, Shelby (friend, Adrian) Klemann, Jenessa (friend, John) Waldera and Nicholas Klemann; five great-grandchildren, Jason, Gabriella, Garett and Riley Waldera and Cooper Walton; a sister, Delores (Bernie) Kulig of Independence; 48 nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by two sisters, Adeline (Edwin) Slaby and Evelyn (Gerald) Gamroth; eight brothers, Apolinary, Daniel, Everett, Roland, Richard, Adrian, Lynus and Michael Waldera.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, January 20, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Jack Funeral Home in Blair with Pastor Benjamin Ahles-Iverson officiating. Friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until the time of service.

The Jack Funeral Home in Blair is assisting the family with arrangements.