In Loving Memory of Jack (Larry) Hendricks

On January of 2006 Jack (Larry) Hendricks, together with his wife, Yalda, founded Sharper Edge Engines and built the company around values that meant a great deal to him: honesty, hard work, and treating people the right way. Jack was proudly old-fashioned. He believed in being straightforward, keeping his word, and telling people exactly what he thought.

Anyone who ever tried to negotiate with him—or argue their point—quickly learned that Jack was never afraid to speak his mind. That honesty and directness were simply part of who he was, and many of his customers came to know and appreciate him for it.

Over the years, Jack became much more than the voice behind Sharper Edge Engines. Many customers followed him on social media, where he openly shared his deeply held thoughts about freedom, life, and the things that mattered to him. But behind his strong personality was a man who truly cared about his customers. Jack would often check his voicemail late at night and, if he felt someone needed help, he would pick up the phone and call them back—even long after the business day had ended. To Jack, customers were never just order numbers.

Jack passed away on November 28, 2025, surrounded by the people he loved. His presence is deeply missed, but the values, personality, and dedication he brought to Sharper Edge Engines remain an important part of the company he built. Jack will always be remembered for his honesty, his unmistakable personality, his love of freedom, and the genuine care he showed to the people around him.