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My deepest sympathy to all, he will be missed, worked with Larry for 25 yrs, in my thoughts and prayers
Chester Rife
December 24, 2022 | Work
Photo courtesy of Bradley's Funeral Home & Crematory - Marion
Marion, Virginia
Jan 29, 1957 – Dec 14, 2022
Rural Retreat, VA
Larry Edward McVey, age 65, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on December 14, 2022 at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, VA.
Larry was born in Chilhowie, VA to Glenna Marion and the late Gordon McVey. He was a lifelong resident of Smyth County, VA where he was employed for 37+ years with W-L Construction and Paving INC.
Larry lived his life to the fullest. He loved traveling to different places and taking cruises with his wife who he nicknamed “Lulu.” He was adventurous and enjoyed amusement parks, bungee jumping, ziplining and skydiving. He was passionate and very proud of their farm and his green thumb. As he would say “I can grow hair on a watermelon.” He was a prankster and jokester and loved by everyone who knew him. He loved spending time with his granddaughters and great-granddaughter, who he nicknamed “Rosebud.”
He is survived by Glenna Marion; Elizabeth (Liz) “Lulu” McVey; Jaclyn, Joshua, Lola, Hannah, Elijah Plumber, Isabella Carter; Summer, Symphanie, Shylan Laignel, Abbigail Crawford, Melody “Rosebud” Weimann; Chris, Stephanie, Hope Marion; Judy Frazier; Marjorie, Jerry Whitt, Jamie Turner, Clay Clatterbaugh; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
A special thank you to Melissa Franklin, Jessica Blackwell, Willie Russell, Saltville Medical Center, and CCU staff at JMH for their care and compassion.
Viewing will be at Bradley’s Funeral Home in Marion, VA. on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Funeral services will be at Bradley’s funeral home Chapel in Marion, VA with Rev. Frank Branson and Billy Goad officiating on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 11:00 AM. A procession to Middlefork Cemetery will be followed by a graveside services. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley’s Funeral Home is serving the McVey Family.
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My deepest sympathy to all, he will be missed, worked with Larry for 25 yrs, in my thoughts and prayers
Chester Rife
December 24, 2022 | Work
I can’t believe I am here writing this post.
We lost you. After a two week battle your time came. I can’t wrap my head around it. You have been in our family for 20+ years. You put my grandmother on a pedestal, you two were a perfect match. We all knew how much love you had for each other and I can only pray my love will be as strong as y’all’s one day.
I am beyond blessed to have you as my papaw. I can’t put into words how much you mean to me. From taking us in to...
Shylan Laignel
December 19, 2022 | Galax, VA | Grandchild
To Jaclyn and Family - We are saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved father, and would like to extend our sincerest condolences. You all are our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
GA Mentor
December 19, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jennifer Stiltner
December 19, 2022 | Max Meadows, VA, VA | Coworker
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Jennifer Stiltner
December 19, 2022
Larry always found a way to make me smile.
I’m glad I got the chance to do the same. I’d have him laughing and he’d just shake his head at me after hearing one of my tales.
Liz and Glenna, the whole family, I’m truly sorry for your loss.
Maria Crewey
December 19, 2022 | Rural Retreat, VA | Friend
Lulu so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Pray pleasant memories get you through this difficult time.
Deena Barron
Deena Barron
December 17, 2022 | Chilhowie, VA | Friend
Larry was my boss at wl for years you couldn't have asked for a better man to work for and with. His jokes and sayings is what I'll miss about him. I'm sure going to miss him.
Matthew Blevins
December 17, 2022 | Saint Paul, VA | Coworker
I didn't think this year could get any worse, and then it did. The past 2 weeks have been absolutely awful ( 2 months if we are being honest). I never thought I would see my strong headed papaw this sick. So sick he couldn't even enjoy his rosebud saying hi to him.
I'm glad you're not hurting anymore, but I'm so selfish that I still want you here. When Melody was born I was privileged to see your love for her, you cried the whole phone call and the first time you met her. I'll...
Symphanie Laignel
December 17, 2022 | Pulaski | Grandchild