Larry Dean Ruark

Larry Dean Ruark 50, Springfield, Missouri, passed away in his home, Monday, June 18, 2018, with his loving wife and son by his side, after a long illness.

He was born in Omaha, Nebraska, on July 3, 1967, to Barry and Carol Ruark. He was a member of the Glidewell Baptist Church, he was formerly a member of the Liberty Baptist Church. He was also a member of the Teamsters Local 245.

Larry grew up in Everton and Greenfield, Missouri. area where he has wonderful and lifetime friends from both areas.

Larry was preceded in death by his mother, Carol, and his son, Cody Hackler.

He is survived by his wife, Beatrice Ruark; two daughters: Lindsey Lipe and Elizabeth Pease; a son, Jesse Ruark; four grandchildren: Coleton Lipe, Austin Lipe, Brooklyn Dinger and Alexander Dinger; his father, Barry Ruark and his wife, Marti; his brother, B.J. Ruark and his wife, Sheila; and a step-sister, Leisa. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, from the Franco and Bings families, and other family members.

Funeral services, under the care and direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home North, Springfield, were held Friday, June 22, 2018, at the funeral home. Reverend Frank Childers officiated.