Larry E. Polzin, of Houston, Texas, passed away on October 21, 2026, in Moulton at the age of 94. He was born on April 6, 1932, in Yoakum, Texas.

Larry will be remembered with love by his family and all who knew him. He is survived by his sons, Kenneth Polzin and his wife Kerry, and Keith Polzin. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Lindsey Polzin, Christopher Polzin and his wife Amanda. His memory will continue through his great-grandchildren, Brynn Polzin, Alaina Polzin, and Connor Polzin.

He is also survived by his brother, Ralph Polzin and his wife Theresa of Yoakum; his sister-in-law, Joyce Michalec of Houston; Linda Polzin Ledwig and her husband Gene of Yorktown and numerous, beloved nieces and nephews. Their lives were part of the circle of family that meant so much to him, and his memory will remain a cherished presence among them.

Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Mae Oeltjen Polzin; his parents, Harry and Edna Schmidt Polzin; his brother, Elton Polzin and sister-in-law Dorothy Polzin; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, William and Melba Oeltjen Jurek; and his brothers-in-law, Marvin Oeltjen and Albert Michalec.

Larry graduated from Yoakum High School. And in 1953, he served his country in the United States Army 57th Division, 1st Guided Missile Brigade, in White Sands, New Mexico as a Sargent. After being honorably discharged from the service in 1955, he married the love of his life, Ruby Mae Oeltjen. They remained married for 66 years until her death. 

Soon after they married they moved to Houston, where Larry began a career as a cost engineer. They were blessed with two sons, Kenneth and Keith. Larry was a member of the Holy Cross Lutheran Church for 60+ years. He enjoyed fishing, farming, and spending weekends with family and friends. He loved playing dominoes, cards and the occasional trip to Louisiana to play the slots. He also took great delight in going to dances with his wife, Ruby.

May Larry Polzin be remembered for the life he lived, the family he loved, and the lasting place he holds in the hearts of those who survive him.

Visitation will be held on October 29, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Smith Funeral Home-Moulton, 404 West Bobkat Street, Moulton, Texas. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Smith Funeral Home-Moulton. Interment will take place at Moulton City Cemetery, 820 FM 1680, Moulton, Texas, following the service.