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Larry Core Obituary
Wilkesboro, NC - Larry Donald Core, age 79, of Wilkesboro, NC died at his home on January 2, 2018.
Larry was born on November 6, 1938 in Olney, Virginia, the son of Wm. Leonard and Esther Watson Core. His father passed away at 3, and his grandparents raised him. He joined the US Air Force in 1956, leading him to Oklahoma where he married Donalee Ruth Thompson on June 13, 1959 and they shared 58 years of marriage. After a brief stint as a farmer he studied at Spartan Aeronautics in Tulsa Ok. Larry worked at Snow Hill, MD, Springfield, IL and Lawton OK. In 1968, they moved to Wilkesboro, NC, where he was the Chief of Maintenance for Holly Farms for 5 years and then Lowes Aviation for 25 years as a FAA Certified inspector.
Larry enjoyed boating, classic Studebakers, his family, the beach and his many friends.
He is survived by his wife, Donalee Core of Wilkesboro, NC; his daughter, Penny Eller and her husband Leo of Wilkesboro, NC; his son, Larry Dean Core and wife Pamela of Mooresville, NC and son Victor Greg Core and wife Cindy of Wilkesboro, NC; grandchildren, Corey (Melanie), Ashlee, and Aaron (Diana) Caudill, Joshua Stone (Lacy), and Garrett (Hayley), Riley, Alyssa and Jeremy Core, Kolby Eller and eight great-grandchildren, Brandon Caudill, Hailey Caudill, Luke Caudill, Gibson Reid, Blake Caudill, Brady Caudill, Ariana Stone and Ayden Core to carry on his legacy.
A visitation will be held Saturday, January 6, 2017 from 1pm at Goshen Baptist Church, 6524 West NC Highway 268, Wilkesboro, NC 28697, with the funeral service at 2pm. A luncheon will follow at the church, open to all.
Memorials in Larry's name can be made to Wake Forest Baptist Hospice Care, Goshen Baptist Church or Ronald McDonald House.
Miller Funeral Service in N. Wilkesboro NC has been entrusted with the arrangements. To share a photo or memory with the family, please visit Larry's personal page at www.millerfuneralservice.com.
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Barry Wood
January 12, 2018
Penny, Donna and the Core family,
So very sorry to hear that your beloved dad past away. We have your entire family in our thoughts and prayers. There are so many memories of the Holly Farms/Tyson families that we will forever cherish, it was a special group. Love to all of you.
Barry and Kathy
January 7, 2018
Dear Donna, Penny, "Lil Larry" and Greg; I am sad to hear of your loss. What great memories I could share, but this web is confined to short memories. He was an inspiration to me and guided me toward the USAF both at the lake and when I worked at the Marina. He was such a true soul and I know God is happy to have a Guided Angel. Each time we had a chance to talk, he always left ya just wanting to hear more. What a Wonderful blessing to Heaven, And .. What a Blessing He will always Be. My Love Always, Deb Jarvis.....
Minnie & Ronnie Millsaps
January 6, 2018
Dear Donna and Family, we were sorry to learn of Larry's passing. We didn't hear about it until after the service. We will be praying for you and your Family. May God comfort you in the days ahead.
Lana Younger
January 6, 2018
Donna, Penny, Greg and Core family: your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for always welcoming me to your family gatherings. Love you all.
Beth Gray
January 6, 2018
Donna and sweet family, What a great guy Larry was and such a family man. We are so sad for his passing but praising GOD for HIS grace and mercy. He had such a big heart and helped so many people. What a blessing no more pain and suffering. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Love In Christ, Wayne and Beth Gray
James Goughenour
January 6, 2018
Larry was the son of my mother's sister. We are first cousins. I met him a few times, and he seemed to be a very good person. I know he had a love of boats and the water, probably coming from his maternal grandfather. Larry will be missed, as all good people are. God Bless Larry. Jim Goughenour, Greensboro NC
Robby Lewis
January 6, 2018
There never was a lack of conversation when Larry was around! Worked with him at Lowe's 9 years. He put up with us pilots always in a very nice and patient way. He was truly a people person. R.I.P. buddy, and best wishes to the family in this time.
Andrew Carlton
January 5, 2018
Sending thoughts and prayers from Wilmington, NC. I'll never forget sitting up till one in the morning playing chickenscratch with Larry, going out on the boat, and simply just talking to him. Larry was so good to my family and I for so long and I'll miss him very much.
Edgar Harris
January 5, 2018
Larry was a good friend. We had some good times visiting at Acurate. We both have a love of Studebakers. Larry will be missed
Edgar Harris
January 5, 2018
Larry was a great friend got to know him at acurate on school st Larry will be missed by all Studebaker lovers
John & Shirley Frazier
January 5, 2018
We enjoyed talking with Larry and loved his cars. He was a wonderful person. Our heart breaks for Donna and the family. God Bless keeping you in our prayers.He is cruising in Heaven now. We love you Donna.
Anita Smith
January 5, 2018
So sorry for your loss. He was a great and kind man, who created a wonderful family.He will be greatly missed.
Brenda Shepherd
January 5, 2018
Donna and Family, I am so sorry for your loss of husband and father. He was a very nice man and I know you all will miss him very much. Donna, I am thinking of you at this difficult and sad time. God Bless all of you. Praying for you and take care of yourself.
Todd Richardson
January 5, 2018
Sincerest condolences to Larry's family. I pray God gives each of you peace and comfort.
Judy Core
January 5, 2018
Dona and family. I'm so sorry to hear about Larry. He was a truly special person and raised a great family. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
January 4, 2018
Sending our love and prayers to help comfort at such a sad time...remembering Larry in better times with fondest memories!
John & Karil Karpiel
Ed & Susan Core
January 4, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of theCarolina Cores. We are thinking of each and everyone of you. Larry was such a sweet and kindhearted person.
Mary Barnes
January 4, 2018
To Dona and Family: So sorry to hear of the passing of Larry. We was such a kind, friendly and fun-loving person. So blessed to have known him. I pray God's blessings upon all of you during this time of sadness. Hold fast to the precious memories of Larry and the joy he brought to you as a family and to others as a fellow human being. He was a very special person---not very many like him Love you bunches.
Rockyv Jarvis
January 4, 2018
Penny, Larry & Greg,
So sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my prayers.
Respectfully,
Rocky Jarvis
LaVerne & Chy Billings
January 4, 2018
Donna and Family, We are deeply saddened at the passing of Larry. He was such a special guy and I know he will be missed by all of you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during the days ahead.
Gwyn and Melissa Brown
January 4, 2018
So Sorry for your loss, may God give your entire family strength and heal your hearts during this sad time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Alex and Amy Blair
January 4, 2018
Greg and the Core Family. We are so sorry for your loss and will be thinking of you during this period of sadness
You will be in our thoughts and prayers
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