Dr. Charles Larry Pyne

Dr. Charles Larry Pyne, 82, a longtime Miami resident passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 with his family surrounding him. Larry was born on October 1, 1940 in Columbus, Kansas to Arlie and Rosalie (Riley) Pyne. Larry grew up on the family farm in Columbus, KS where he helped his father with farming and the Pyne Hereford Ranch. He graduated from Columbus High School and attended Kansas State University, where he was a member of Acacia Fraternity. On December 30, 1962, Larry married Karen (Sullivan) Pyne in Columbus, Kansas. They moved to Kansas City where Larry attended the UMKC School of Dentistry. Upon Larry’s graduation from dental school, they moved to Miami where he had his dental practice for over 40 years. He truly enjoyed taking care of his patients and their dental needs over the years. Larry helped raise his two beloved daughters and encouraged them in all their school activities and enjoyed welcoming all the girls’ friends into the Pyne home. Larry and Karen loved visiting their girls at OSU and attending football games and sorority events, especially the Pi Beta Phi Dad’s Day. In 2010, Larry retired from Dentistry to be a full-time grandfather to Paige and Mason, whom he adored. He enjoyed many school functions, sporting events, trips to the family farm and spending time with them in Mexico. Larry and Karen loved to travel and experienced many wonderful trips over the years with dear friends, especially their yearly trip to Puerto Vallarta. Larry loved to read, enjoyed many years at the lake, taking pictures of his family and relaxing on the beach. Dr. Pyne was preceded in passing by his beloved wife of 58 years, Karen Pyne and his parents Arlie and Rosalie Pyne. Those who will share in Larry’s memories are his children Sara Clark and her husband Ken of Miami, OK, and Susan Pyne of Tulsa, OK, his grandchildren Paige Clark of Kansas City, MO and Mason Clark of Miami, OK, sister Paula Ellis and husband D.G. of Jenks, OK, sister Beverly Koons of Baxter Springs, KS and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and dear life long friends. The family would like to thank Caring Hands Home Services and Integris Hospice for their amazing caregivers. They all gave Larry incredible care and love, a blessing during this difficult time. There will be a Celebration of Life 1:00 PM on Monday, October 17 at All Saints Episcopal Church in Miami with Reverend Noel Doherty officiating. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Integris Hospice Foundation, 115 S. Main, Miami, OK 74354 or All Saints Episcopal Church, 225 B St NW, Miami, OK 74354. And for those who knew Larry and his love for K-State……..Everyman A Wildcat!!

Dr. Charles Larry Pyne

October 1, 1940 - October 11, 2022