Lawrence "Larry" Howard Ostwald, 34, of Riesel TX passed away on 12/18/2022 in Riesel.

Larry was born in Temple, TX to Gary Ostwald and Beverly Ostwald Hering. Larry remained in the Central Texas area, graduating from Riesel High School and working for CZ Companies. Larry graduated with two Associate degrees from McLennan Community College in Waco, and was working towards his Bachelor of Business from Western Governors University in Austin.

Larry was involved in a variety of hobbies in life. He was a member of the Texas Horseshoe Pitchers Association, served as a Vice President of the Riesel Lion's Club, and was a founding owner of the Heart of Texas Comic-Con. Larry also took joy in his favorite football teams, the Buffalo Bills and Michigan Wolverines. He liked to travel, and enjoyed spending time with friends and family playing various games.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Gary and Beverly Ostwald Hering of Riesel; Grandparents Howard Basinger Sr. and Doris Basinger of Riesel; and Brother Dennis Ostwald of Afton, Michigan.

Larry leaves behind his Sister, Ashley Hering of Riesel; Niece Malaylla Terrell of Riesel; Aunt Linda Basinger and Uncle Howard Basinger Jr of Tolar, TX; Sisters Melodie Ostwald Evans and Patty Ostwald Jacobs of Afton, Michigan; and Great-Aunt and Great-Uncle Myrtle Wilson and Ken Wilson of Tow, TX.

A celebration of Larry's life will take place Saturday, January 7th, 2023 at 2:00pm at Adams' Funeral Home in Marlin, TX with interment at Hillcrest Cemetery in Marlin. Honorary pallbearers include Clayton Afinowicz, Chris Afinowicz, Colby Downes, Aaron Foster, Jerod Yvon, Josh Allen, and Shakira. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Fuzzy Friend's Animal Rescue in Waco, TX.