Larry Beckman grew up in Ida Grove and Westside, Iowa,
graduating from AR-WE-VA High School in 1957. He and his wife, Bev,
first came to Odebolt when they bought the local Chrysler franchise from
Marvin Friday in 1968. The Beckmans added a Ford franchise in 1979
and moved their business to the building at 116 East Second Street, which
now houses the Odebolt Community Center. This building
served the business until 1999-2000 when a new structure was built on the
east edge of Odebolt along highway 175.
Larry Beckman Motors, Inc., sells new and pre-owned
vehicles and
features Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ford. The dealership
employs 14 people and offers a highly trained, award-winning service
department.
For recreation, Larry enjoys hunting, fishing, golf, and
working in his yard. Larry and Bev's family consists of 2 daughters,
Vicki Beckman and Kim Veit, seven grandchildren, and 4
great-grandchildren.
The Beckmans invite you to come out and visit their
operation to see what they have to offer. And as always, If you
can't stop, smile and wave as you go by!
