Larry G. Bosch
April 12, 1948 – October 1, 2026.
Larry Gordon Bosch, 78, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side, on October 1, 2026. Born on April 12, 1948, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Larry was the son of the late John and Audrey Bosch. He was preceded in death by his brother, John Bosch, and is survived by his brother, Richard Bosch. He lived a full life marked by devotion to his family, his faith, and his community.
Larry proudly served his country in the United States Army for two years in the Artillery Division and was stationed in Augsburg, Germany. He went on to earn his degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where his love for the Mizzou Tigers took root and stayed with him the rest of his life.
He went on to build a long career with Safeco Insurance Company, working as a surety bonds manager where he was known for his integrity and steady dedication to his work.
Larry was a devoted and active member of Gethsemane Lutheran Church, where he served in several officer positions over the years, giving generously of his time and leadership to his congregation.
Above all, Larry was a family man. He loved nothing more than coaching his children’s sports teams and, in later years, cheering on his grandchildren from the sidelines at their games. He enjoyed golfing, spending time at the lake and never missed a chance to talk fantasy football. Larry also enjoyed beloved Mizzou Tigers and you could often catch him at a St. Louis Cardinals game with family or friends. He had a deep love of travel, and was rarely without his camera, capturing photographs of every place he visited to share and relive those memories with the people he loved. He enjoyed music as well, and could often be found playing the piano in the family room.
Larry was known for his outgoing personality — he never met a stranger, and he had a gift for striking up conversation with anyone. He brought humor into every exchange, and his warmth and wit made a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Larry is survived by his wife of 49 years, Brenda Bosch; his four children, Tom (Cindy) Glaub, Tammy Placke, Aaron (Jocelyn) Bosch, and Aimee (Dan) Mueller; and his ten grandchildren, who brought him immense joy and pride.
Larry will be remembered for his warmth, his loyalty, and the love he poured into his family, his church, and everyone fortunate enough to know him.
There will be an open visitation on Wednesday, October 7 from 4:00-8:00pm at Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Funeral service will be held at Gethsemane Lutheran Church on Thursday, October 8 at 9:00am, with interment at Jefferson Barracks Cemetery at 10:30am.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Gethsemane Lutheran Church or the Alzheimer’s Association.
Brenda, our condolences at Larry’s passing. There is no doubt he had to have a huge welcoming to heaven! Larry was such a great guy for all the reasons described in his loving obituary. We enjoyed his awesome humor! Our thoughts are with you and the family.
When I moved to Fulton before my senior year of high school, Larry and became close friends. He helped me adjust from living in a small farming community to a much larger high school. We played on the HS basketball team together and that plus so many other common interests bonded us together.
Along with Charlie Klinginsmith, Larry and I became like the Three Musketeers or Three Amigos, sharing so many times and experiences together.
Although time and distance has caused us to grow apart some, I will forever be grateful for the friendship Larry and I shared.
I am deeply saddened by the passing of my old friend but I feel sure that a time will come when we can have a “one on one” basketball re-match, another round of ping pong, or another game of wiffle ball like we used to have in his driveway.
I send my sincerest condolences to Brenda and the rest of the family.
I would be remiss if I didn’t acknowledge the extreme devotion and care Brenda has provided to Larry these last few years when life became difficult for him. Thank you Brenda.
Larry(the other Larry) Frevert
Larry was a good friend, a consummate professional in our construction bond business and an army veteran during difficult times. Our thoughts and prayers are with Brenda and family.
Larry holds a special place in our hearts. We will fondly remember his kindness, his humor, and the unforgettable moment he recited the Gettysburg Address when he first arrived. He brought many smiles to our community and will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
With sympathy,
Dina & the Family Partners Home Team
Larry was an inspiration to a young surety bond rep and always willing to help with a smile. I am very happy I got to know Larry.
My prayers for your family .
Mike Boucher
Brenda, Aimee and Family. We are so sorry for your loss. I first met Larry at Affton Athletic Fields when our daughters, Aimee and Carolyn, were trying out for a team. Thankfully they were placed on the the BULLDOG team together and from there our priceless memories began.
Years of coaching together, experiencing wins and losses, laughs and disappointments, Larry was also there with an encouraging word. He also offered positive support and brought out the best in each player – he helped the girls believe in their own self and talent.
The best times were our road trips for various tournaments. What fun that was. I for one hold them close to my heart – those girls REALLY made a difference in my life. Larry was always making us laugh and instigate craziness from the girls. Larry – I know you will always be remembered by your Bulldogs!!! My life was blessed to have known you.
As my daughter‘s father-in-law, and my grandchildren‘s grandfather, Larry has been a joy to know. I am also thankful that he taught his son how to be a wonderful father to my grandchildren.. Both Larry and Brenda have always been generous and welcoming.to their home. I look forward to hearing his jokes in heaven!
I worked with Larry at Safeco and he was a legend there and in the industry. He was loved by all of us, and for me personally, his dry sense of humor was fantastic. As a young employee, I attended a few tough meetings with him and Larry always had my back. My prayers are with the family.
Brenda and family: I am so sorry for your loss and the difficult road you have been on these last several years. Larry took a chance on me when he hired me in 1989, taught me the contract surety business, and mentored me. I appreciate everything Larry did for me and our friendship. May the love of family, friends, and the countless stories of Larry touching the lives of us all give you comfort in this time.
Brenda – I worked in the surety business with Larry at Safeco/Liberty for many years. Although I was in Minneapolis while Larry was in St Louis – I feel like we sort of “grew up together.” I remember meeting you as well – at least at one industry or company event. Larry was always kind, always concerned and always willing to offer advice, opinions or a little humor to any situation. He was one of the good guys and I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I was so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Working with Larry in surety was always a pleasure and he enjoyed talking about his family. My thoughts and prayers to the Brenda and the entire Bosch family.
Brenda, Aimee and the entire family: my deepest sympathies for your loss. I can honestly say that every second of time that I spent with Larry was wonderful. Coaching with him was always so easy. I think that’s because his objectives were always focused on showing the girls that being a better person was a lot more important than having more runs/points than the other team. Larry always kept us on our toes and usually put us all in a better mood. Ultimately, he made me want to be a better person. I will always have wonderful memories of all of the times that I got to spend with the Bosch’s.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.