Larry Moncher, 74, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully at Grande Prairie Health Care Center after battling cancer for many years. He was born December 20, 1934, in Montreal, WI, and was the son of the late Joseph and Anna Moncher. He served in the U.S. Army for three years as a paratrooper and received an honorable discharge in 1957. On June 27, 1959, he married LaVerne Jacobson in Bessemer, MI. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 27, 2009, surrounded by family and friends. It was important for Larry to be present at this important day. Larry was a member of St. Mary’s Lutheran Church, serving on the altar guild and as an usher. He was a full-time member of the VFW Post 1865. He served as an RSVP volunteer and was a member of the Kenosha Senior Center. He also belonged to the Circle ‘N Star and Allemande Square Dance Clubs. Larry joined the Kenosha Police Department in 1965. Throughout his 26-year career, he was frequently recognized for the many contributions he brought to the City of Kenosha and the State of Wisconsin. The children and community of Kenosha knew him as “Officer Larry.” During this time, he established the Rotary Safety Center, the first in the State of Wisconsin. He was in charge of the safety patrol cadets and adult crossing guards who helped children cross the street. In 1978, he was awarded the “Officer of the Year” for the State of Wisconsin. He also received the honor of placing the wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington, D.C. Larry loved deer hunting, camping, gardening, baking and reading. His priorities in life were family, faith and friends. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Mona Moncher of Kenosha and Jo Moncher (John Hutchinson) of Concord, NH; a son, Mike (Kathy) Moncher of Kenosha; three grandchildren, Megan Moncher (Jeff Brandt), Heather Moncher and Alexandra Moncher, all of Kenosha; two brothers, Don (Carolyn) of Milwaukee, WI, and Chuck (Mimi) Moncher of Hurley, WI; four sisters, Lena Safemaster of Waterford, WI, Adeline Fochesato of Iron Belt, WI, Anna Mae (Jack) Anderson of Ironwood, MI, and Marlene (Bernie) Erspamer of Menasha, WI; sisters-in-law, Rita Moncher and Barbara Clough, both of Milwaukee; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Louie and John Moncher; and two sisters, Rose Anderson and Frances Hedman. A special thank you to Dr. Neil Shepler and his staff from the St. Catherine’s Clinic and to Pastor David Raben and Pastor Jim Shadduck from St. Mary’s Lutheran Church for the outstanding care, compassion, prayers and support they have provided to Larry and his family for so many years. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on Monday, August 17th, at St. Mary’s Lutheran Church at 12:00 noon. Relatives and friends can meet with the family on Monday at the church from 9:00 am until the time of service.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Larry’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com