Sunday, I received a disturbing email. Larry Oakey, on his omnipresent bicycle, was hit by a car. Larry was taken to Hennepin County Medical Center, where he was found to have a broken pelvis.
We believe that Larry is going to be all right. Nevertheless, his serious injuries have compromised his ability to walk and move around. Thus, Larry will be residing at the TCBC for some time as he recovers.
Larry has been well known for decades in our community as a talented competitor of the highest order. Nevertheless, Larry exceeds that when it comes to what he does for others. Imagining what our bridge world would be without his non-stop contributions is virtually impossible. This soft spoken, funny, brilliant and giving man is a Minnesota institution.
Now is our time to give back to Larry. If you can help in any way, please contact Teri Blu at the TCBC - 612.861.4487 - to find out what you can do to contribute.
We wish Larry the absolute best in his recovery! And thank you, everyone, for helping Larry to be as comfortable as possible as he returns to excellent health.