February 1947 – January 2026
Lawrence “Larry” Doble passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026, three weeks before his 79th birthday, at his home in Carbondale, fulfilling his final wish. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Mildred Doble, and his older brother, Dickie, all of whom are from Milo, Maine, where he grew up.
An engineer, volunteer firefighter, and devoted husband and father, Larry lived with humor, curiosity and a sense of adventure. He helped found the Waldorf School on the Roaring Fork and designed countless structures throughout the valley and across the nation.
Larry loved the outdoors, Irish music and culture, good books, Willie Nelson and cooking for family and friends. Despite many physical challenges, his easy smile and sense of humor never left him. He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife, Joanna Schaffner; his daughters, Keegan and Stella; their mother, Pam Moore; and the many friends whose lives he enriched.
A Celebration of Life will be held on June 21, 2026, from 4-7pm at the American Legion in Carbondale. A short service will begin at 4:30 pm, followed by food, live music and memories around the fire. Donations in Larry’s honor may be made to KDNK, the Dementia Society of America or the Colorado Wildlife Federation.