Larry Waylon Radke
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Larry W. Radke, passed away Friday, June 22, 2018. He was born February 6, 1951 in Waco, Texas to Lonnie Radke and Evelene Cepak Radke. Larry grew up in Bellmead and graduated from LaVega High School in 1969. After graduation, Larry joined the Army. Following his career in the Army, Larry joined the Waco Police Department and worked there until 1981. He worked for Pure Milk and later returned to police work in 1991. He worked at Lorena PD until he went on to become Chief of Police for McLennan Community College, where he served for 27 years until he retired February 2018. When Larry was not on his weekly visits to Hooters with his best friend, Daryl Lusk, he enjoyed building cars and drag racing. Larry also enjoyed his time sitting on the front porch with Tom Frost and D.L. Chambers. He was very proud of his children and grandchildren and loved spending time with each of them. Larry is preceded in death by parents, Lonnie and Evelene Radke and stepmothers, Venita Radke and Margie Radke.He is survived by his children, Anthony, Nick; and their mother, Doreen; Ryan and Alyson and their mother, Kim; Nick's wife, Crystal and their children Grace, James, Joseph, and Bennett; Ryan's wife, Miranda and their son Klay; and Alyson's husband, Austin Feltgen. He also had a sister Doris and a brother Gary.Visitation will be held at Bellmead Funeral Home from 6-8pm on Wednesday, June 27. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 28 at McLennan Community College Conference Center at 11am with graveside service immediately following at Waco Memorial.In lieu of flowers, please consider donations be made to McLennan Community College General Scholarship Fund in memory of Larry Radke.
Visitation
Wednesday, June 27, 2018
6:00 p.m.to 8:00 p.m.
Bellmead Funeral Home
809 La Clede Street
Bellmead, TX 76705
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Service
Thursday, June 28, 2018
11:00 a.m.
MCC Conference Center
1400 College Drive
Waco, TX 76708
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Interment
Waco Memorial Park
6623 S. IH 35
Waco, TX 76706
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Wednesday, June 27, 2018
6:00 p.m.to 8:00 p.m.
Bellmead Funeral Home
809 La Clede Street
Bellmead, TX 76705
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Service
Thursday, June 28, 2018
11:00 a.m.
MCC Conference Center
1400 College Drive
Waco, TX 76708
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Interment
Waco Memorial Park
6623 S. IH 35
Waco, TX 76706
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Condolences(25)
Annette Hykel
West, TX Saturday, June 30, 2018 Ryan Sorry to hear about your dad!Prayers for you and your family!Robert Smith
San Angelo, TX Thursday, June 28, 2018 So sad to learn of Larry's passing, a shock that has burdened my heart beyond belief! He was the best Brother-In-Law a man could have! My heart in broken.Craig Lawson
Waco, TX Wednesday, June 27, 2018 Chief you will be truly missed.Elaine Ortega
Robinson, TX Wednesday, June 27, 2018 Larry Radke will be in our hearts and memories.Les Broadway
Waco, TX Wednesday, June 27, 2018 RIP Boss...you will be greatly missedBrenda Wilkinson
Waco, TX Wednesday, June 27, 2018Linda Prichard
Robinson, TX Wednesday, June 27, 2018 So sad to lose a really good person. He will be missed. Much love to all who remain, my family.Adelia Williams
Waco, TX Wednesday, June 27, 2018 A classmate that was always in my heart. I never told him how dear he was to me. I hope he knows it now. He was a very sweet man. He will be missed.Bull Barrow
Corpus Christi, TX Tuesday, June 26, 2018 Gonna miss ya man, till we meet again, R.I.P. it was an honor to know you and thanks for all your help.Steven Vest
Lexington, NC Tuesday, June 26, 2018 Gary sorry for your family's lossSharon Hopwood
Waco, TX Tuesday, June 26, 2018 My condolences to Larry's family. I worked with him at the Waco PD and we remain friends. Job well done in the military, police and Chief, now take your rest.Ophelia Bird Downing
West, TX Tuesday, June 26, 2018 I remember Larry when I worked at MCC in the Personnel and Library Depts....he was always so nice and I loved talking to him. He will be missed by many. Prayers to the Radke family.Pamela Woolley
Waco, TX Tuesday, June 26, 2018 So sorry to hear about your loss.May God bless you all and be a comfort to you.
Marvin Horton
Mart, TX Tuesday, June 26, 2018 I will miss you. Remembering the days at the WPD with you.lori watts
Waco, TX Tuesday, June 26, 2018 I am heartbroken by Larry's loss. I will never forget--and forever appreciate--his kindness and humor during the 23 years I had the pleasure of working with him at MCC. My thoughts are with you all.Spencer Gross
Knoxville, TN Tuesday, June 26, 2018 So sorry for your loss. Larry served his country and community well through the years. We'll miss him at our next La Vega reunion.Christy
Connelly springs, NC Tuesday, June 26, 2018 He was a wounderful loveing good hearted man that will be truely missedAllen Lewis
HOUSTON/KATY, TX Tuesday, June 26, 2018 "Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one's gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart. For as long there is a memory, they'll live on in our hearts."Rest In Peace My Friend,
Allen Lewis "AKA" Big Lew
Waco P.D 1970-1977
Kathy McMillan Nutt
San Diego, CA Monday, June 25, 2018 RIP, Chief!!! Prayers for the ones you left behind.Doris Smith
Waco, TX Monday, June 25, 2018Richard, Jennifer Gassaway
Waco, TX Monday, June 25, 2018Michael Miller
Potts Camp, MS Monday, June 25, 2018 My sincerest condolences to you and your family may the Lord comfort an guide you an your family in the days ahead.Christopher & Misty Smith
Hewitt, TX Monday, June 25, 2018Laura Davis
Tustin, CA Monday, June 25, 2018 Wishing you peace, comfort in God's Love. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Laura and Vince DavisTiffany and Karen Hale
Lorena, TX Monday, June 25, 2018 Our hearts are broken with yours in sudden loss of Larry. Mom and I will cherish the memories we have of him. If there is anything we can do please let us know!