Lawrence “Larry” C. Hartung, a proud Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War, and longtime resident of Fort Atkinson, WI, passed away peacefully at his home on May 1, 2026.

Larry was born June 7th, 1949, to Levon and Charles Hartung in Chicago, IL. Larry enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1968 and served 3 consecutive tours in the Vietnam War. During this time, he became pen pals with his future wife, Candy, via a connection through his father. In 1970, he came home on leave to marry Candy. They celebrated 55 years of marriage on October 31st, 2025.

During his life, after the Vietnam War, Larry was an over the road owner operator. Later in his career he decided he wanted to advance in the transportation industry and earned his Bachelors in Safety and Risk Management.

Larry is survived by his lovely and devoted wife Candy (nee Misch) Hartung, son Larry (Elizabeth) Hartung, daughter Katie (Josh) Sheffield, son Michael Hartung, daughter Julie Summers, daughter Michelle Bobzien. Grandsons Tyler (fiancé Shabnam Schmidt), Keenan Sheffield and beloved Hairy-dog.

Larry is also survived by siblings Diane (Bill) Simpson, Craig Hartung, and Cindy (Bob) Schmidt.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Nitardy Funeral Home, 1008 Madison Avenue, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Military Honors to follow.