Larry Hanback, son of Jane Hanback and the late Doyle Hanback, was born Sept. 6, 1961, in Sikeston, Missouri. On May 27, 1982, he married the love of his life, Pamela M. Wagoner in Benton, Missouri. Together, they shared many years of happiness raising their children. Larry gained his wings Saturday, July 13, 2019, at his home in Scott City at the young age of 57.
Larry was a former engineer for Union Pacific Railroad. He was known well for his genius abilities and hard work. Even from a young age, he had a determination for tinkering with and fixing anything and everything. He was always doing for others. He had a passion for hot rods, Harley-Davidson motorcycles, Jeeps, taking on new challenges, cooking his family's favorites and beach vacations with his family. He enjoyed any time he was able to be with his family and friends. His grandchildren were his pride and joy.
Larry leaves behind a family he loved dearly. Besides his wife and mother, other survivors include his two sons, Travis (Shannon) Hanback of Chaffee, Missouri, and Chris (Chelsey) Hanback of Scott City; daughter, Tori Marie Hanback of Scott City; sister, April Hanback of Gravel Hill; six grandchildren, Leyton Hanback, Kason Hanback, Alexis Hanback, Larissa Hanback, Abbigale Hanback and Kai Hanback; his mother-in-law, Wanda McAlister Vogel; sister-in-law, Rhonda Freeman; two special aunts, Bonnie and Lyda Chasteen; three nephews, Trevor Coomer, Michael Westrich and Timmy Westrich; and two nieces, Christina Johnson and Anne Westrich.
Friends and family may gather for visitation from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel in Chaffee.
Funeral will follow at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Tommy Miller officiating. Larry will be laid to rest at Lightner Cemetery in Scott City.
Online condolences may be shared at www.amick-burnettfuneralchapels.com.
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