Laurence Leroy Kicker went to be with his Lord on April 16, 2023. He was born to Leroy and Marvel Kicker on August 11,1939 in Jenkins MN. He was the oldest with 6 younger siblings. In 1964 he married Patricia “Pat” Harris. During their marriage of 58 years, 3 children were added to their union. He began his early working years at Carl’s Market in Pine River. In 1962 he joined the Army Reserves in Brainerd, MN then later worked full time for 37 years both in the active Army and Army Reserves. He retired in 1999 as a Warrant Officer.