GILE, Larry

Published in Today's News Herald on Feb. 3, 2021 - Lake Havasu City, Arizona - Larry Gile, 86, passed away Jan. 4, 2021 at his home in Lake Havasu. Mr. Gile was born in Scobey, Montana, though most of his life was lived in Southern California where he graduated from San Pedro High School and later joined the Marine Corps, serving in Korea. Larry worked with the L.A. City Fire Department for 22 years, as a paramedic, fireman and later Captain. He was awarded the Firefighter's Medal of Valor in 1968. Following the passing of his wife, Gloria, of 48 years in 2003, Larry made his home in Lake Havasu City where these later years were shared with his loving and loved companion, Marcia Shupp. Here, Larry found many new friends with a passion that matched his for classic cars and he enjoyed tackling a variety of activities and projects with them. Larry Gile was greatly loved and will be missed, until we meet again. Mr. Gile is survived by three children, six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.