March 24, 1930 - April 14, 2022
Lawrence (Larry) Leonard Claypool, Jr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 14 th in Lodi, CA at the age of 92. Larry was born in Prosser, Washington and was raised in Southern California. He graduated from Davis High School in 1947 in Davis, California.
He was employed by Cal-Trans/Stockton as a civil engineer for 43 years. After his retirement, he pursued many activities that caught his attention. His early years he enjoyed working on cars as a shade-tree mechanic. He was active in starting the competitive Stockton Colts Youth Ice Hockey with his sons participating. The family enjoyed many camping trips up and down the West coast – Mexico to Washington. He had interests in photography; scuba diving and woodworking – always looking for something to challenge himself. He also became a Master Gardener in the later years.
He is preceded in death by his parents Lawrence, Sr. and Robin Seitter Claypool; June, his loving wife of 67 years. He is survived by his daughters, Diane Jackson (Robert) and Susan Blair; his sons, David (Tallie); Douglas (Lola) and Scott. He is also survived by his sister, Jeanette Boda and brothers, Roger (Rhonda) and Brian (Laura). He also enjoyed time with his 20 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.
Gifts to Hospice of San Joaquin can be made in his memory.
There will be a private family Celebration of Life.
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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Claypool family.