Larry Folger Chappell II, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on November 11, 2026.
Born in Pickens County, South Carolina, on June 10, 1937, he was the son of the late Larry Folger Chappell I and Lillie Mae Cassell Chappell. One of six children, he spent his life rooted in the community he loved.
Mr. Chappell retired from Kent Manufacturing after faithfully dedicating his entire career to the company. He was known for his strong work ethic, quiet strength, and devotion to his family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Betty Cassell Chappell, whom he married on January 5, 1963; three children, Sharon (Tommy) Davis of Pickens, Teresa (late Philip) Blackstock of Easley, and Joseph “Joe” Chappell of Garrison, New York; two grandchildren, Amanda (Billy) Clark and Thomas (Sinia) Davis; and four great-grandchildren, Jayden, McKinzie, Josie, and Waylon. He is also survived by two brothers, Robert Chappell and Gaines Chappell.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his three sisters, Earline Powell, Malone Reeves, and Ellen Arnold; and his son-in-law, Philip Blackstock.
Larry had a lifelong love of music, sharing good food, tending to his yard, and cheering on his beloved Clemson Tigers. Above all, he cherished time spent with his wife, Betty, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
He leaves behind a legacy of perseverance, love, and devotion to family, along with cherished memories that will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. A lifelong follower of Christ, Larry remained steadfast in his faith and has now entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
A service to honor Larry’s life will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday November 14, 2026 in the Chapel of Dillard Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends prior from 12:45 to 1:45PM.
The burial will follow the service at Hillcrest Memorial Park.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Larry’s dedicated caregivers and the compassionate team at Lutheran Hospice of Greenville for their kindness, support, and exceptional care.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Larry’s honor may be made to the Arthritis Foundation or the COPD Foundation.
Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Chappell family with their arrangements.
