Larry Dean Klingensmith, 59, of Eastbrook Harlansburg Rd. passed away the evening of May 2, 2012 at his residence in New Castle.

Born on March 22, 1953 in New Castle, Larry was the son of the late William Dean and Erma Evalena Crawford Klingensmith. He married his loving and devoted wife, the former Debra Frazier on June 9, 1973. She survives.

Larry had worked as a welder for Bridges and Towers Incorporated in New Castle. Prior to that he worked for Commanche Manufacturing in Volant. He enjoyed camping, Nascar Racing and woodworking. Larry loved spending time and doing outdoor activities together with his family.

In addition to his wife, Larry is survived by two daughters, Tamara M. Kaufman and husband James of Butler; Jennifer S. Elliott and husband Aaron of New Castle; two brothers, Harold Klingensmith and wife Patricia of Cerro Gordo, N.C.; Alan K. Klingensmith and wife Mindy of Magnolia, DE.; four sisters, Carol Boyd of Shadyside, OH; Judy Wallace of Aurora, OH; Marilou Conley of New Castle; Deborah Sayfoot and husband Warren of FL; three grandchildren, Derek James Kaufman, Zachary Dean Kaufman, Alexandra Mae Elliott and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, William D. Klingensmith.

Calling hours are Sunday from 4PM to 7PM at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 3000 Wilmington Rd.

Services will be held on Monday at 11AM at the funeral home.