With sadness I have to report the passing of Larry Klein of Lansing Michigan, phone message today from down there reported Larry's passing last night. Larry was the man behind GT motors and a friend of many DOCC members, he will be missed.



Francis McDermott

Sad news indeed. Safe to say that without Larry's enthusiastic support and promotion the Grattan Rally would never have been as successful or long-lived as it was.

Any further details? Is there an online place we might record condolences, respects, etc.?

Sad indeed! Larry was a great asset to the motorcycle world and the DOCC. My condolences to his family and all that knew him.

Done.

AJ

Larry was primarily a Moto Guzzi enthusiast and dealer. His knowledge and infectious good humour touched many:

Hello,
My name is Brian McCall. I worked with Larry at GT Motors off and on for more than thirty years and attended and worked many of the DOCC rallies at Grattan. I have a terrible memory for names but I am sure I would remember many of your faces.

Thank you for remembering Larry.

Assuming it is OK I will post details of a memorial service for Larry here.

Brian McCall

Memorial service for Larry Klein:

Saturday, April 18 from 2:00-5:00 pm
Gorsline Runciman East Lansing chapel
1730 East Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823

Brian

Larry's obit from Lansing State Journal http://www.lsj.com


Lawrence E. Klein

Born in Lansing, MI, passed away on March 9, 2015 at the age of 71. He was born to Lawrence R. Klein of Negaunee, MI and Elsie R. Klein of New York City, NY. Larry enjoyed a lifelong passion for motorcycles (particularly of the Italian variety), literature (of every variety), and civil rights advocacy. He was widely respected as a Moto Guzzi motorcycle expert, and shared his knowledge openly. In 1972, Larry opened GT Motors in Lansing, Michigan, with friend and business partner Michael Gorman. After Michael left the business in 1977, Larry ran GT Motors as a solo venture, providing motorcycle repair and parts service. In recent years, Larry shifted his focus from motorcycle repair to motorcycle literature, and he collaborated with several celebrated authors to publish new titles. In addition to his work, Larry's interests included fishing, history, and foods from around the world.

Larry is survived by his son, Paul R. Klein; sister Elea Mideke; nephews Rowan Mideke and Reed Mideke; and many dear friends.

A memorial will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2015 from 2-5 pm at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 1730 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing, MI. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Larry's honor to the Southern Poverty Law Center.


Brian