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for John Grist
February 12, 2014
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
Susan Linsmier (Miles)
October 20, 2013
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.
Bill and Debbie Constangy
October 2, 2013
Jean, Bill and I are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
September 26, 2013
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
Mike Shinn
September 24, 2013
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 bless the Grist family
Butch Reynolds
September 23, 2013
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.
Leslie Scarborough
September 23, 2013
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.
milie norris
September 22, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Vicki Hill
September 21, 2013
To the Grist Family...so deeply sorry for the loss of this dear man....he was a champion. I was so blessed to have known him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 21, 2013
You continue to be in our prayers and on our hearts.
Much love, the Walthalls
Brent Adams
September 20, 2013
Jean, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I always enjoyed spending time with you and Larry.
Bob & Ann Conrad
September 20, 2013
Our children grew up with the Grist children and we became friends with Larry & Jean. Larry was strongly supportive of his children and their friends, teachers & coaches. HIs smile and steadiness will always be remembered. The Grist family is in our prayers.
David Worthington
September 20, 2013
Jean, so sorry for your loss.
ann marie smith
September 20, 2013
To the Grist Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences. I had the blessing not to mention the pleasure of meeting Larry when I first started to work with Ferguson Enterprises and I was introduced to him at our branch on Graham street. Everytime I saw Larry he always had a smile and a kind word for you. I loved his sense of humor. He was a people person for sure. Every year Ferguson received Christmas Cards from the Grist Family, and may I take this opportunity to tell you all that Larry was a part of a very beautiful family. I had the pleasure of keeping in touch with Larry while he was home , through e mails....and you know, you could feel his love and personality in these e mails... My personal note to Larry "Rest in Peace, please take with you the love and respect that you received from me and everyone who knew you!" May God comfort your family and friends....love, ann marie smith (Ferguson in Charlotte) <3
Robin Simmons
September 19, 2013
I was truly blessed to have known Larry. His smile came from within and his life blessed all that were fortunate enough to know him. My thoughts and prayers to Jean and the family. Sincerely, Robin Simmons
Stephanie Stone
September 19, 2013
I will always remember his neighborly smile he always gave me. I will remember that snowy day we sat in front of the tv at the house waiting to find out if school was canceled the next. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
September 19, 2013
The entire Hall, Rallings and Brown families send Jean and the children our love and deepest sympathy in the passing of their precious husband and father.
I was fortunate to have met Larry years ago at Myers Park H.S. Larry was then and continued to be a very loving person. Larry made a positive difference in all of the many lives he touched. His life epitomized strong character and integrity. The world has lost a great man. Our prayers are with Jean and the children. Love, Jan Hall Brown
David & Nancy Ray
September 19, 2013
Larry was a "Classic" in the plumbing industry. You will be missed. May God Bless your family and friends in the days and months to come...
Beverly Pollard-Buchanan
September 19, 2013
My family knew the Grists when I was growing up. Judge Grist and Mrs Jane instilled such godly, loving values their family. Larry you were a wonderful person and you will be missed by all that knew you. I am sure Judge Bill and Mrs Jane were right there greeting you into heaven. My prayer is the Lord will cover each of you with comfort and the assurance that you too will be with Larry again one day. Until then, always remember how blessed you each were to have had such a wonderful husband and Dad.
Cassie Carden
September 19, 2013
Larry's glass was always half full and he brought so much joy into everyone's life. His smile and geniune love of life will forever be a fond memory. Every time he came into our Ferguson showroom it was a pleasure. He will be greatly missed.
David Anthony
September 19, 2013
It's been a while since I'd seen Larry but some of the best memories of my college days involve him. I'll always remember Larry as a kind and good guy. I'm ashamed that we hadn't stayed in touch, but such is life. Debbie and I will always remember great times that include Larry and will pray for his family.
September 19, 2013
If you were lucky enough to have had Larry touch your life, you were truly blessed. Thoughts and prayers to Jean and all the family, Sonia Gant
Steve and Elizabeth Climer
September 19, 2013
What an awesome man, he will be truly missed. Always a smile and kind word for others. Grateful to have known him.
Linda Kerley
September 19, 2013
Everyone that knew Larry will miss him. Always a smile. My prayers are with the Grist Family.
Michelle Webb
September 19, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. It was such a pleasure working with him and he will be truly missed not only by myself but all who knew him. God bless you and your family.
Melanie Nienke
September 19, 2013
I worked with Larry at Smith & Stevenson years ago. He was such a great guy and I know he will be missed by all that loved him. Sending love and comfort to his family and friends.
Shannon Linder
September 19, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Larry was a great man and friend. We loved him here at Ferguson Rock Hill. He will be grealy missed.
Shannon Linder
Ferguson Rock Hill SC
Clark Neilson
Clark Neilson
September 19, 2013
Garrett and Family-we share sorrow with you in the loss of Larry who we came to know through Garrett. The ripple effect of his good life shared with such a loving family as yourselves will be go on forever. Thank you for sharing Garrett with our family as he has become like a second son to me.
May you all be comforted in the days ahead by the love of the risen Christ.
Respectfully
Lola&Capt.Don Dry
September 19, 2013
Praying that God will comfort each of you.May you REST IN PEACE Larry.He will be missed by all that knew him.All our thoughts,Prays and Love to ALL the Family.
September 19, 2013
Praying that God will comfort each of you.He will be missed by all.May you REST IN PEACE Larry.All our thoughts Prays and Love for all the Family. Love Lola and Capt.Don Dry
SUE HONEYCUTT
September 19, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Michael & Sue Honeycutt
Lee Lowry
September 19, 2013
A wonderful man who brightened all around him. Miss you pup!
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