Larry Allen Paddock, Sr., 62, of Sweet Home passed away Monday. He was born in Sweet Home, Oregon to Dan and Lois (Bastain) Paddock.

Larry graduated from Sweet Home High School in 1967.

He enlisted into the United States Army and served his country as an RN (registered nurse) for 22 years. He continued his career in nursing as an LPN (licensed practical nurse) in various nursing homes in Texas and Oregon.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and the outdoors. Larry was a sports enthusiast. He loved his wife and family.

Larry is survived by: his wife, Roxy Paddock; children, Lori Bales, Larry Paddock, Jr., Jeff Anderson, Tina Oakes, David Paddock, Britteny Paddock, and Sarah Paddock; parents, Dan and Lois; brothers, Dee and Ray Paddock; his twin sister, Linda McClintock; and twelve grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his infant son, James Paddock.

A viewing will be held from 9:00 am to noon Thursday, April 28, at Sweet Home Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 1:00 pm Thursday, April 28, at Sweet Home Funeral Chapel.

At Larry’s request, no flowers, please. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to Samaritan Evergreen Hospice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet Home Funeral Chapel.