The business community and all who had the privilege of working alongside him are mourning the loss of Larry Anderwald—a man whose name became synonymous with vision, loyalty, and unwavering purpose. Larry passed away leaving behind a legacy of not only professional achievement but also deep personal connection, mentorship, and service.
For more than two decades, Larry was the cornerstone of a unique and lasting business partnership built not only on profit and progress but on trust, resilience, and shared values. He wasn’t just a dealmaker or strategist—he was a relentless believer in people and purpose. In boardrooms and beyond, he carried a quiet confidence and a rare blend of sharp intellect and deep humility that made others want to rise alongside him.
Though he held the title of businessman, Larry was much more: a mentor, a challenger, a believer. He pushed those around him not through pressure, but through example—never asking for more than he gave, and always leading from the front. In every negotiation, every difficult call, every sleepless night spent building something meaningful, Larry stood as a steady, unshakable force.
He didn’t chase spotlight or accolades; he focused on outcomes, relationships, and doing right by others. His honesty could be bracing, but it was rooted in care and deep respect. That authenticity became the bedrock of a working relationship that evolved into something closer to family.
Beyond the balance sheets, Larry’s deepest pride came from his personal life. He was devoted to his wife Sandy and their sons Clay, Drew, and Spencer. His face lit up whenever he spoke of his grandchildren—proof that, for all his professional success, his heart always belonged to home.
Even in his final days, Larry’s concern never turned inward. One of his last acts—organizing food for hundreds of first responders in the Kerrville area—was a reflection of a life lived in service to others. From his hospital bed, he was still thinking of ways to give back. No cameras, no press releases. Just action, and care.
Larry’s passing is more than the end of a partnership or a professional chapter—it’s the loss of a rare soul whose presence shaped not only businesses, but lives. The weight of his absence will be felt deeply. But his legacy, like the values he lived by, is enduring.
He taught us to lead with conviction, to act with integrity, and to serve with heart. And in honoring Larry Anderwald, we commit to carrying that torch forward—with the same quiet strength, the same fierce loyalty, and the same drive to leave things better than we found them.
Rest in peace, Larry. You built more than businesses—you built a legacy that lives on in all of us.
