Larry L. Prillwitz, 81, of Lake Placid, FL went home to be with the Lord
on Monday morning, June 23rd, 2025. Larry was born on May 27, 1944
to Henry and Carol Prillwitz. He was of the Baptist faith. Larry was born
and raised in Michigan where his love of farming fruit and vegetables
began. Larry was a self taught learner who was able to operate any
piece of farm machinery and even learned how to fly small planes. He
and his family moved to Hugo Oklahoma in 1979 where he begin a
successful career as a large crane operator in the construction
industry. After leaving construction, Larry had many enjoyable years as
a business owner of a pecan and trucking company, then later as an
owner of a general country store and nursery along with a storage
building business. Larry enjoyed time with his family, and especially
tried to see his grandsons often. Larry and his wife loved traveling the
country and had many fun adventures together. Their final adventure
took them back to a childhood town in Lake Placid, FL where they lived
out his final days enjoying a peaceful life.
Larry is preceded in death by his son Bradley Prillwitz, and will rejoice
at seeing him again. Larry is survived by his loving wife of 60 years,
Kay (Odiorne) Prillwitz of the home; daughter Debbie Prillwitz Rogers
and husband John Rogers of Edmond OK; grandchildren Nick Rogers of
Edmond OK and Josh Rogers of Pittsburg, PA; sister Sandy Prillwitz
Wagner of MI; brother Mark Prillwitz of Florida; along with many other
extended family and friends.
A graveside service to celebrate Larry's life will be held at the Mount
Olivet Cemetery in Hugo, OK at a later date to be announced.
Arrangements entrusted with the Scott Funeral Home, Lake Placid, FL
863-465-4134. Words of comfort to the family can be made by visiting