Larry George Downey died unexpectedly on 12/20/2021 in Omaha at age 76. He was born in Raisin City, California on December 26, 1944.  Larry grew up in California and graduated from Ukiah High School in 1963. He joined the United States Marine Corps and served in Vietnam 1964-1968. Larry toured throughout Vietnam singing with his band, The Deacons, while entertaining the troops.  In 1971, Larry was booked into Omaha to play at an Italian venue, loved it, and made Omaha his home. He enjoyed his career as an entertainer and musician, a single act or with a band. Throughout his career, he performed throughout Omaha, wrote songs, inspired others through song, and encouraged the next generation of musicians. Larry also worked in sales and was a school bus driver. In his free time Larry loved to read, play with his dogs, and watch Nebraska football. Larry will be remembered for his love for family, loyalty for friends, creativity, and passion for music.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years: Rita (Frolio) Downey; daughter: Ashley (Nolan) Welch of Ashland, NE; stepchildren: Amanda (Mark) Kienbaum of Verona, WI, Chad (Chloe) Ford of Omaha, NE, Heather (Larry) Goertz of Bennington, NE; 22 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law: Dick (Audrey) Frolio of Omaha, NE; his beloved dogs: Prancer and Cupid; and many friends. Larry was preceded in death by his mother-in-law: Elmira Frolio.