Obituary of Lawrence "Larry" David Sinykin

Larry "The Hat" Sinykin passed away on September 20, 2013 at the age of 71 in his home in Las Vegas, NV, after a long battle with COPD. Larry was born on September 21, 1941 in New Underwood, South Dakota the first son of Louis and Florence Sinykin. He spent his childhood on the 5800 acre cattle ranch north of Wall, South Dakota. Larry attended the Big White School for 8 years before attending High School in Rapid City. He attended Black Hills State in Spearfish, SD and also the University of South Dakota in Sioux Falls. Larry served in the US Army and did a tour in Germany in the early 60s. Larry worked for Fletcher Jones Toyota for over 20 years in Las Vegas. He loved playing golf and even played once with Arnold Palmer. He was also an excellent pool player and poker player. He enjoyed doing card tricks, but his favorite thing in life was dancing. He won many twist contests over the years as well as many golf tournaments. He is survived by his wife of 30 years Sue Monroe Sinykin, and children Robyn Bower, Jill De Orio (Mike), Jason Sinykin (Julie) of Phoenix, AZ and Jeff Monroe (Jennifer) of Las Vegas, NV. Brother William Sinykin (wife Jayne) of Smithfield, Utah and sister Diane Small of Phoenix AZ. Ten grandchildren and 16 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Vivian Geller and brother-in-law Mort Geller and Son-in-law Ed Bower. A funeral will be held at the Veterans Cemetery in Boulder City, NV. on Wednesday September 25th at 10:40 AM. Arrangements were made at Kraft-Sussman Funeral Services.