Larry N. Mather

Larry N. Mather, 82, of Topeka, Kansas passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022 at home.

He was born April 29, 1939 in Topeka, the son of Louis and Mildred (Kekar) Mather. He graduated from Topeka High School.

Larry was united in marriage to Cheryl Barnett on October 21, 1960. The couple celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in 2020.

Larry started Mather Flare Rental, Inc. in 1960 with his father Louis when they bought a traffic control services company. The company grew over the years to include Johnny on the Job portable restrooms and Topeka Trailer Storage. While Larry semi-retired several years ago, he continued to be involved in the business as much as he was able. He never stopped enjoying 'talking shop' with his family as they continued to run the business.

Larry took pleasure in many pursuits throughout his lifetime. He enjoyed golf and was a longtime member of the Shawnee Country Club. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife, family, and friends over the years with his favorite vacation destinations being Puerto Vallarta, Mexico and Florida in the winter months. As a Chiefs season ticket holder for nearly 50 years, Larry and his wife Cheryl rarely missed a football game. They also loved rooting for the Kansas City Royals and Kansas State Wildcats.

While Larry lived a full and active life, his family was what was most important to him. He is survived by his daughters Toni Albright and Carrie (William) Kelly all of Topeka; grandchildren Renee (Nathan) Earwood, Travis (Samantha) Rogers, Taylor (Blake) Winkenwader, Kyle Kelly and 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cheryl; his parents; his brother, Gary Mather; and granddaughter, Tara Kelly.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Larry's Life will be held at Dove Southwest Chapel on January 28, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive visitors from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Private Inurnment will be in Mount Hope Cemetery at a later time.

Memorial contributions may be made to Midland Care Hospice, 200 SW Frazier Circle, Topeka, KS 66606 or at midlandcareconnection.org.

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