Larry Edward Sikes, age 73 of Silver City, New Mexico died Saturday, January 17, 2015 at Fort Bayard Medical Center.

He was born August 21, 1941 to Lee and Iva Mae Sikes in Mena, Arkansas. Larry served as a sergeant in the United States Army during the Vietnam War where he developed many special bonds with his fellow soldiers. He was a long time employee of Rust Tractor (Caterpillar) working in Albuquerque, Gallup and Silver City. He also worked at Mastercraft Metals for several years after he retired from Rust.

Larry was a loving husband, son, father, grandfather and friend and will be missed by all who knew him. Larry is survived by his wife of 32 years Ginger Thomas Sikes of Silver City; his mother, Iva Mae Sikes of Mena, Arkansas, four children, Tyra Hobson and spouse Mark of Mena; son, Mitch Sikes and spouse Sherri of Mena; son, Wes Monday and spouse Paula of Calnevari, Nevada and daughter Lisa Brand and spouse Eric of Silver City; his grandchildren, Race Hobson, Reagan and Lauren Sikes, Anelle Brand and Shelby Monday; his brother-in-law, Arville Busch of Mena; also he was survived by many loving in-laws, nieces and nephews and great friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Lee Sikes; his sisters, Virginia Busch and Mildred Sikes.

A small family Celebration of Life was held on Monday afternoon. Cremation has taken place at Terrazas Crematory. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.