Lawrence Edward Wilber

Lawrence E. Wilber passed away on January 31, 2025 at the Oregon Veterans Home in The Dalles, OR. He was born on June 11, 1934 in Laona, WI to Gert & Skinny Wilber. They moved to Goldendale, WA in 1950. After graduating High School in 1952, he enlisted in the Air Force. Several months later, he was diagnosed with diabetes and received a medical discharge. Afterwards, he returned to Goldendale and married his high school sweetheart, Ruth Layman, on June 11,1955 and they enjoyed 69 wonderful years together. They had one son, Phillip James. In 1958 they moved to The Dalles, OR where Larry worked for Bill Maxfield selling automotive parts, then later drove a Richfield gas truck for Herb Miller delivering gas and diesel all over Wasco County. In 1970, he opened Larry's Ninth Street Shell Station. He retired in 1995 and then moved to Dallesport, WA. Larry was a friend to all and enjoyed his family and friends, especially his two grandsons. He also enjoyed bowling, woodworking, sports, especially the Seattle Mariners, his church, and was a proud member of The Knights of Columbus, serving as Grand Knight from 1969-1971. He is survived by his loving family, including his wife Ruth, son Phillip and his wife Kim of Milwaukie, OR, grandsons Zachary of Milwaukie, OR, Jackson and his wife Miranda of Vancouver WA, his brother Lyle and his wife Cindy Wilber of Ellensburg WA, sister in law Alice Wilber, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Leonard Wilber.

There will be a Rosary held at 10:30 am followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peter's Catholic Church at 11:00 am on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 with Father Rene Labrador officiating. Interment will be at St. Peter's Parish Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Foundation or to St. Peter's Catholic Church.

Spencer ,Libby and Powell Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.