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A 14 year old boy's remains are found more than five months after he disappeared
In the autumn of 1962, 14-year-old Larry Jo Phebus, a male, had recently relocated to Tioga, North Dakota, with his older brother, Chester. Originally from Indiana, the brothers were seeking opportunities in the booming oil fields. On the evening of October 20, 1962, Chester and a friend went on a double date, leaving Larry at their motel. When they returned, Larry was gone. He had a habit of leaving a note if he went out, but this time, there was nothing. That evening marked the last time he wa ...Read More
In the autumn of 1962, 14-year-old Larry Jo Phebus, a male, had recently relocated to Tioga, North Dakota, with his older brother, Chester. Originally from Indiana, the brothers were seeking opportunities in the booming oil fields. On the evening of October 20, 1962, Chester and a friend went on a double date, leaving Larry at their motel. When they returned, Larry was gone. He had a habit of leaving a note if he went out, but this time, there was nothing. That evening marked the last time he wa ...Read More
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Larry Phebus
January 29, 2022
Male
Alexander
ND
1963-03-27
1962-10-20
1963-03-27
14
Larry
Phebus
11/29/2025
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