Arville “Larry” Fann

ALBION – Arville “Larry” Fann, also called “Reb”, passed away in Waterville on March 11, 2021. He was born August 28, 1932 to William and Edna (Walker) Fann.

He was raised in and around Elkville, Marion and DuQuion, Ill. At the age of 17 he joined the Army serving in Germany, then in Korea in the Infantry, 2nd Army. He was wounded and received a Purple Heart in November 1952. Stateside, he was stationed in New York City and on a “pass” he came to Maine, met the love of his life, and married Marion B. Grard of Shawmut, in 1954, moving to Maine after discharge. He was predeceased by her in 1996. In 1999 he married Alice (Schools) Weaver, and they have enjoyed many happy years traveling together and sharing time with their children and grandchildren.

Larry loved hunting, fishing, the outdoors and dancing. He loved wood crafting and gardening, but his greatest passion was his love of life and people, especially his family.

He is survived by his wife, Alice; his children, Larry Wayne Fann of Albion, Michael S. Fann and his wife Roseanne of North Dakota and his daughter, Angela Weaver and her husband Michael L. Weaver of Louisiana and Allen Weaver Jr. and his wife Kim of Belfast; his grandchildren, Stephen, Christopher and his wife Iris, Michael Allen, and his granddaughter, Ashlee; one great-grandchild, Caellum; several siblings of Illinois; and extended family members.

He was predeceased by his beloved son and dear friend, David Fann in 2015; and infant grandchildren.

Visiting hours will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. on Monday March 15 at Riposta Funeral Home 182 Waldo Ave., Belfast, where a funeral service with military honors will follow on Tuesday March 16 at 1 p.m.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at http://www.ripostafh.com

Those who wish may make donations to Larry’s

Post #2 American Legion,

Augusta, Maine.


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