Larry Lee Vander Griend, age 53, of Lynden, passed away suddenly on Friday, Oct. 7, 2016.
Larry was born in Bellingham on Oct. 3, 1963, to Gerrit and Sylvia Vander Griend. He graduated from Lynden Christian High School in 1982 and was a lifelong resident of Lynden. Larry worked for several years in the security field and most recently also served as a caregiver for his mother. Larry loved the outdoors. He fulfilled a lifelong dream when he built his own house.
Larry was preceded in death by his father, Gerrit Vander Griend.
He is survived by his beloved mother, Sylvia Vander Griend; sisters Cheryl (Jim) VanderMey, Rhonda Axelson and Cindy Larson; brother Loren (Janice) Vander Griend; and longtime friend Kevin Smith.
Funeral services will be held at Sonlight Church of Lynden at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of Sig’s Funeral & Cremation Services.
