Larry was born on June 6, 1928 in Mobile, Alabama. In 1948, he married the love of his life, Betty Smith. The two of them were career civil servants, working first at Brookley Air Force Base in Alabama, and later at Robins Air Force Base in Georgia. After retirement, they enjoyed spending their time woodworking, traveling, and researching family genealogy. Following Betty’s death in 2010, Larry moved to Texas to live with family.
Larry is predeceased by his beloved wife, Betty, and his eldest son, Lawrence III. He is survived by his sister, Mary Volentine; his daughter, Nanette Coleman and her husband, Randy; his son, Bob Shaw; his grandchildren, David Shaw, Danny Coleman and his wife, Christa, and Brian Coleman and his wife, Krystal; and his two great-granddaughters, Amelia Coleman and Maisie Coleman. A graveside service will be held at Pine Crest Cemetery in Mobile, Alabama on March 5th at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society or The Alzheimer’s Association.
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