Lawrence Lee Bozka

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and best friend, Lawrence Lee Bozka - “Larry” who left us on Jan. 5, 2023. He lost a short battle to Pancreatic Cancer. 

He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and an exceptional member of his community. The grandson of Hallettsville Mayor and Peoples Bank President, M.I. Bozka and beloved grandson of Martha Pohl McCrumb of Hallettsville, Larry retired to the town of his youth and cherished memories. 

Born on Aug. 16, 1956 in Dallas, Larry was the second child of Bill and Ruby Ann Bozka. He graduated from Pearland High School in 1974 and the University of Houston - Central Campus in 1979 and went on to pursue his passion in Journalism and specifically in Outdoor Writing and Photography. He spent 43 years working as a writer, photographer, editor, magazine and book publisher, book author, television/video host and producer, radio talk show host, website/blog host and producer, public speaker and marketing and public relations specialist. Larry was respected for his hard work ethic, dedication, expertise. 

Larry reunited in 2003 with the love of his life, Liz Marcrum Bozka and they were married for 19 wonderful years. Larry was a dedicated family man who cherished every moment spent with his loved ones. He was a man of integrity, always putting his family’s needs above his own. 

Larry had a love for fishing and enjoyed hunting and photography and writing in his free time. He was known for his infectious laughter, his kind heart, and his willingness to help others. 

He is survived by his wife, Liz; his son, James R. Bozka from his first marriage; his siblings, Bill Bozka Jr. and wife, Pam of Pearland, and Robert Bozka and wife, Rebecca of Friendswood, and many other family members and friends who will miss him dearly. 

As per Larry’s wishes, no funeral was held. His wish was to be cremated and a celebration life/memorial service to be held in his hometown of Hallettsville on Saturday, April 29 in the elegant Kocian Building on the historic Courthouse Square. The event began at 4 p.m. The family requests that donations be made to Fiddler’s Frolic Scholarship Committee in Hallettsville. 

Larry will be missed but never forgotten. Rest in Peace.