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Larry McElveen Obituary
Larry Taylor McElveen, age 81, passed away on Monday ~ October 21, 2019 at his residence with his loving wife and family by his side. Larry served honorably in the United States Army from 1959 ~ 1961. He was a member of Covenant United Methodist Church for over 73 years. A very fun man to be around, Larry loved to play his banjo, guitar and ukulele. Known for his gift of gab, Larry loved people and he loved the profession in which he chose and owned for many years, the Muffler - Brake Shop, Inc. and Mac's Wildfire Motors.
A great husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Larry is going to be missed greatly by his family and friends.
Those left behind to cherish Larry's memories and carry on his legacy are his loving wife of almost 57 years, Mildred Louise McKinney McElveen of the home; one daughter and son in law: Cindy and Jim Mathews of Vale, North Carolina; two sons and daughter in law: Michael McElveen of Gastonia, North Carolina, John and Ginger McElveen of Gastonia, North Carolina; six grandchildren: Caitlin Merritt and husband Mark, Carissa Mathews, Mandi Merritt and husband Drew, Zack McElveen, Addie McElveen and Colton McElveen; six great grandchildren: Callie Merritt, Chloe Merritt, Claire Merritt, Cora Jane Mathews, Brice Merritt and Brooklynn Merritt; one cousin: Beckie Oxford.
Larry was the son of the late Howard Taylor McElveen and Eunice Faye Quinn McElveen.
A Life Well Celebrated Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday ~ November 2, 2019 at Covenant United Methodist Church, 801 West Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia, North Carolina with Reverend Jim Mathews, Reverend David Mason and Reverend Keith Lowder sharing memories and hope to Larry's family and friends.
The family ask that everyone wear Purple when attending the service... It was Larry's favorite color.
Guests will be received following the Memorial Service.
In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to Covenant United Methodist Church, 801 West Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia, North Carolina or the Gaston County Hospice, or 258 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054.Fond memories and expressions of love may be made on Larry's guestbook at www.carothersfuneralhomegastonia.com
Carothers Funeral Home at Gaston Memorial Park is honored to be serving the family of Larry McElveen.
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Crystle white
November 27, 2019
I will truely mis this dear Sweet man he did a lot for me and my husband he was so kind and he would do any thing to help any one he had a smile that would light up a room i fill i lost a family member he was a very good man and we will mis him forever my heart gos out to his very loving kind family
Mike Hudson
October 28, 2019
Dear John & Family. So sorry for the loss of your dad. Whenever I was at your shop he would always take time to share his life stories with me. I know that he will be greatly missed by all that knew & loved him. May you and your family find peace & comfort during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
Terry Angley
October 27, 2019
Larry was an employer for my husband Jerry Angley for many years he was more than his employer he was also his friend he done a lot for my husband he will be missed my husband admired this man he thought he was a great man and loved working with him for many many years and keeping in touch with him after he left
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Carol jean Parks
October 27, 2019
Larry was always kind to me and his words of encouragement during my hard times stuck with me..RIP Larry..you were so loved by many
Claude Sims
October 23, 2019
Larry will surely be missed, he was a great friend and neighbor. He was always willing to help out anyone in need. Going to miss his funny stories and his positive outlook on life.
Donnie Bess
October 23, 2019
You are in our Thoughts & Prayers. Larry was a great man.
Daniel Troublefield
October 23, 2019
My sincerest sympathy in your loss.
Rebecca Brooks
October 22, 2019
Larry was always sunshine on a cloudy day! I loved to hear him sing bass in the choir and solos too. He liked to talk and told me the same stories many times!!!!! I will surely miss Larry at church, especially him singing Sweet Little Jesus Boy. Christmas celebration at Covenant United Methodist Church will not be the same without him singing the song!...such an awesome fellow, and my absolute pleasure to have known him!
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