John Grist

I attended ASU with Larry and a lot of his buddies from Charlotte. He was a great guy. He and I once went to visit his Grandmother in I think Lenoir. Larry went upstairs and me and his Grandmother who I never met before were downstairs. Larry never came back downstairs and after 15-20 minutes we went upstairs and he was asleep in his Grandmas bed. Larry was unique but a very very nice guy to know. I am very sorry to learn of his passing. RIP Gree Man Tommy Long

I just checked the Myers Park HS website for the class of 1968 and was stunned to learn of Larry's passing. I too attended my first boy-girl party at Larry's house back in 6th grade with Peggy Major. Was even sweet on him in 7th grade. : ) I never knew him after we all became adults but from reading everything here he must have a been a truly wonderful and fun person to have for a friend. It gives me great peace to know that he is now with his Lord and Savior in heaven.

Jean, Bill and I are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

I attended my first "girl-boy" party at Larry's in the six grade! Always thought he was a wonderful person. Lost track of him....didn't remember he graduated from Myers Park...I stayed in the South district. Not surprised to read all the wonderful things people have written. My heart goes out to his family.
Peggy Major

I remember Larry well as a student at Wingate College '68-'70. His sense of humor was infectious and his joking manner added much to any conversation. I don't recall his ever making a disparaging remark about anyone--he seemed to find the humor in every situation. Although I never met his family, they must have loved him dearly. My condolences to all. That I continue to remember him 40 years after I last spoke to him is a testament to his friendliness, genuineness, and his character. God...

I played against Larry in jr high school and was a teammate in high school and he was a very special person and the world lost a true champion!!! God Bless.

Jean,Billy,Tommy,I am so sorry for the loss of Larry. I Have so many memories of all of us growing up together.Too many memories of the beach together.I was so blessed to know Larry. I am sure Judge Grist,Jane, Bubbashoes,and Betty B,have welcomed Larry to Gods world with opened hands. I love you all.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.