Larry Alan Usher

Larry Alan Usher, born February 27, 1933, in Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025, surrounded by family and love. He was the son of Ellis R. and Freida M. (Kilcoyne) Usher.

A proud graduate of Salina High School, Class of 1952, Larry went on to marry his high school sweetheart, Barbara M. Hayden, on October 16, 1954. Their union would span more than seven decades, filled with love, partnership, and shared adventure.

Larry and his brother Jim ushered in a new chapter in 1965, purchasing Ginder Hydraulic and Machine Shop from Ray Ginder. He worked with dedication and ingenuity until his retirement in 1994.

Never ones to sit still, Larry and Barbara joined Campers on Mission shortly before retiring. In their RV, they traveled widely, lending their skills and generous spirits to building and repairing churches and youth camps. Among the places closest to Larry’s heart were the Webster Conference Center in Salina, King Solomon’s Christian Camp in Solomon, and Weir Baptist Camp in Weir.

Larry had a deep love for working with wood and a knack for restoring clocks. He was a loyal NASCAR fan, a spirited game player among friends, and spent many cherished winters in Mesa, Arizona. His faith was a steady compass throughout life—he was a longtime member of Bel Air Baptist Church and later attended First Covenant Church, both in Salina.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Barbara; his daughter, Connie Kvacik (Dan); son, Alan Usher (Amy); grandchildren, Matthew Kvacik (Kayla), Joe Kvacik, Sarah Nunemaker (Lucas), Ben Usher, and Alexandra Glover (Power); step-granddaughter, Kristin Cuddy; great-grandchildren, Nora and Lily Kvacik, and Hayden Kvacik, Gideon Nunemaker, Audrey Glover; brother, Jim Usher (Joan); and many other extended family members.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be held Sunday, July 27th, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.

Funeral services will take place Monday, July 28th, at 10:00 a.m. at Emmanuel Foursquare Church, 1325 E. Cloud, Salina, with Bob Walters officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Webster Conference Center or Gideons International, continuing Larry’s legacy of service and faith.