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Larry McElroy Obituary

Larry Wayne McElroy, 73, Gadsden, passed away Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017. He leaves behind his wife of 45 years, Linda McElroy; son, Joshua; grandson, Triston; and a host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mancil and Carrie McElroy and Dorothy "Dot" McElroy; brothers, Billy, Bobby and DJ McElroy; sisters, Mary Faith Ashley, Becky Pettit, Judy McElroy Corranza.
Larry was a die-hard Alabama fan and lived life for his grandson.
He retired from Gulf States Steel after 36 years.
He volunteered for Coats Bend Volunteer Fire Department.
Bro. Shannon Caudle will officiate the memorial service at 2 p.m. Saturday at Bachelors Chapel Church. The church will open at 1 p.m.
The family would like to thank the nurses/staff of Gadsden Regional SICU.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gadsden Times on Oct. 11, 2017.

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Jim & Dianne Johnson

October 12, 2017

Linda & Children
praying for your family during this sad and difficult time,so sorry for the loss of your loved one,

Lindy

October 12, 2017

Uncle Larry was the best.. He was my favorite uncle ..as kids we loved going to aunt Linda and uncle Larry's.. As adults we get caught up in life and don't see or spend time with family but the memories never leave you.. I love you aunt Linda,.sending you love n prayer's.. RIP UNCLE LARRY

Debbie Beard

October 11, 2017

I'm so sorry, Linda. Larry was always a good man and cousin.

October 10, 2017

Saddened to hear of your loss. May God sustain and comfort you in this time of grief. 2 Cor. 4:3,4

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