Lawrence 'Larry' Joseph Von Lintel, 71, of Goodland, Kansas, passed away on June 21, 2025, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. He was born on May 19, 1954, in Hays, Kansas, to Lawrence and Theresa (Rohleder) Von Lintel.
Larry was raised on the family farm north of Quinter, Kansas. Despite facing serious health challenges in his early years, he remained positive and resilient throughout his life.
Larry graduated from Quinter High School in 1972 and later that year enrolled at Northwest Kansas Vocational Technical School in Goodland. He initially studied auto mechanics but soon found his calling in diesel mechanics. While attending Vo-Tech, Larry began working at Goodland Greenline. He later worked for Close Implement in Oakley and spent many years at Taylor Implement in Hoxie, where he eventually retired. A loyal "John Deere man" through and through, Larry took great pride in his work in the agricultural equipment industry.
Known for his remarkable skill and passion for fixing things, Larry was often found in his garage tinkering and keeping himself busy. A dedicated and tireless worker, he was always ready to lend a helping hand—day or night—never asking for anything in return and never complaining.
Family was everything to Larry, and he especially cherished time spent with his grandchildren. He was known for his cheerful sayings, including: “I’m fantastic!”, “Howdy Doody,” and “Toodle-oo.”
Larry was a faithful member of the Knights of Columbus.
He married Debbie Horton in May of 1975. Together they had three children: daughters, Mandi (Matt) Muller of Lawrence, KS, and Candi (Russell) Owens of Edson, KS; and son, L.J. (Jessica) Von Lintel of Goodland, KS.
In 1999, Larry married Debi Rarick in a civil ceremony officiated by the justice of the peace in Hoxie, KS. Out of his deep love and devotion to Debi, he chose to reaffirm their vows with a formal wedding ceremony held on August 17, 2024, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Goodland, KS.
Through this marriage, Larry gained three children: daughters Elizabeth (Tom) Sykes of Wichita, KS, and Kari Bell of Hays, KS; and son Robert (Amanda) Rarick of Tomball, TX.
He was a proud grandfather to fifteen grandchildren: Jordin, Addison, Blade, Joseph, Landin, Colt, Laney, Nya, Brallion, Leo, Payton, Nikki, Conner, Ethan, and Eldon. He loved each of them deeply.
Larry is survived by his wife, Debi; his sisters, Kathy (Jim) Blackwill of Quinter, KS, and Annette (Jerry) Reitmayer of Derby, KS; brother, Bruce Von Lintel of Larned, KS; and sister-in-law, Mary Von Lintel, Russel, KS.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Theresa Von Lintel, and brother, Nick Von Lintel.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main St., Quinter, KS. A vigil service and recitation of the Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 2, at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 202 Cottonwood St., Park, KS, with burial to follow.
Memorial contributions may be made to Northwest Kansas Foundation of Hope or Masses in Larry’s honor.
“Toodle-oo,” Larry — until we meet again.
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