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Larry Sykes Obituary

Larry Sykes, Sr.

Norfolk - Larry Sykes, Sr. 61 passed away on April 5, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Melinda Marsh Sykes; 3 children, Santino, Larissa and Larry Sykes, Jr.; 9 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren. A funeral service will be held, 12pm, Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Bethany Baptist Church. Family receiving friends, 7pm-8pm, Friday, April 13, 2018 at Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Apr. 12, 2018.
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I am so sorry to hear about Larry. We use to lived in Calvert Park. And we were classmates at Laura E. Titus Elementary, Ruffner Jr. High and Booker T. Washington High School (Class of 1974). To Ms. Barbara and to Larry's family, May God comfort and keep you during this difficult time.

Chris Rodman

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April 13, 2018

its hard to hear big larry passed my condolences to the sykes family

kimberly chapman

April 12, 2018

I am in disbelief I can't believe my friend is gone, the world won't be the same without you in it, I pray for all of your family and friends. Rest in peace my friend.

Retta Thompson

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April 12, 2018

I am truly heartbroken to hear that Larry has passed. My thoughts and prays are extended to his entire family. My God Bless you during this difficult time.

Debra Walker

April 12, 2018

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13

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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Metropolitan Funeral Service

Granby, VA

Apr

14

Funeral service

12:00 p.m.

Bethany Baptist Church

VA

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