Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Larry Short
FUNERAL HOME
UPCOMING SERVICE
Larry Short Obituary
Larry D. Short, 87, of Archbold and Winter Haven, Florida, went to be with his Lord Friday, November 7, 2025.
He was born May 18, 1938, to the late Sylvanus (Sox) and Viola (Eicher) Short. He married the love of his life, Janet Fisher, November 25, 1961, at Sherwood United Methodist Church. She survives in Archbold.
Also surviving are children, Cindy (Jeff) Hunker, Findlay and Jeff (Julie) Short, Avon; grandchildren, Ashley (Ben) Richardson, Hilliard; Alyssa (Austin) Davis, Lake Orion Twp., Michigan, and Jason Short, Avon; great grandchildren, Mackenzie, Jordan, Addison and Charlotte Richardson; Noah, Caleb and Wyatt Davis; and brother, Peter Short, Goshen, Indiana.
Preceding Larry in death were brothers and sisters-in-law, Ken (Pauline) Short, Lowell (Jane) Short, Suzie Short; and sister and brother-in-law, Louise (Bud) Aeschliman.
Larry retired over 30 years ago as superintendent of Village of Archbold Water Treatment Plant. During his working career Larry taught numerous water certification classes to individuals seeking a career or furthering their career in water treatment. After retirement, he became a sales rep for Ashland Chemical. He served his country by serving in the U.S. Army and was a past member of Archbold Lions Club.
Larry was a member of Archbold Evangelical Church. He took great pride in his family and was an excellent provider, ensuring they had everything they needed. He was an avid golfer, had a logo golf ball collection of over 6000, fan of the Cleveland Guardians, Cleveland Browns, and University of Michigan. He enjoyed going to the Home Restaurant for breakfast on a daily basis. Most of all, he enjoyed family get togethers.
Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Thursday, November 13, 2025, and from 10-11 a.m. Friday, November 14, 2025, at Archbold Evangelical Church, Archbold. Following Friday visitation, funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. at the church.
Memorial contribu-tions are suggested to Archbold Evangelical Church or Fairlawn Retirement Community in care of Short Funeral Home.
Online expressions of sympathy and shared memories may be made by visiting www.shortfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memorial Events
for Larry Short
Memories and Condolences
for Larry Short
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Larry Short's name
How to support Larry's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Larry Short's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
