Larry was born in Indianola, Iowa, on December 22, 1948, to Albert and Leona Aldridge. He graduated from Indianola High School in 1967. Larry attended Simpson College, and then went on to join the United States Airforce in 1968, where he was able to travel the world.  During this time, he married Linda Perry and had three children; Wendy, Laura, and Casey. In 1985, he was remarried to Sherri Veren, where he gained two step-daughters, Shannon and Susie.  Larry and Sherri shared 36 years together, making wonderful memories and enjoying countless outdoor adventures. Larry was a friend to all and a mentor to many.  He was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and traveling, he enjoyed story-telling and spending time with family and friends. Larry adored his beloved dogs, and the occasional Old Milwaukee Light.  In Larry's honor, let's all just have 'one more.'

A Celebration of Life Gathering for Larry Lee Aldridge, 72, of Indianola, who passed away Thursday, August 12, 2021, at Unity Point Methodist Hospital in Des Moines will be held 5 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at The Sports Page 1802 West 2nd Ave. Indianola, IA.

He is survived by his wife Sherri; children, Wendy (Rob) Gehringer, Laura (Eric) Brewer, Casey (Christin) Aldridge, Shannon (Rich) Peters, and Susie (Jeff) Ridout; grandchildren, Lane and Courtney Gehringer, Colby, Ali and Jordan Brewer, Cael, Bryce and Grady Aldridge, Carson and Kendall Slorah, Reece Heinisch, Todd and Dane Peters, DJ, Jalyn and Mika Ridout; brothers, Steven (Malia Ondrejka) Aldridge, Jim (Marsha) Aldridge; and his dogs, Obi and Oli. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Leona Aldridge; parents-in-law, Kenneth and Etheleen Veren.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Indianola Athletic Booster Club or Indianola Community Youth Foundation.