Dr. Lawrence Verner "Larry" Puckett
7/25/1941 - 10/5/2017
Dr. Lawrence Verner "Larry" Puckett
7/25/1941 - 10/5/2017
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BORN
7/25/1941
DIED
10/5/2017
Lawrence Puckett Obituary
Lawrence Verner Puckett was born to Robert L. and Mary Verner Puckett on July 25, 1941 in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He married his sweetheart, Myra Beasley at Christ Episcopal Church in Tyler on December 29, 1972. He was a popular Chemistry teacher at Highland Park High School in Dallas for 32 years. He and his wife, Myra took many former students on trips to Europe in the summers that followed. He was also a very accomplished musician, and a loving husband and father.
Dr. Puckett is survived by his wife of 44 years, Myra Beasley Puckett and his son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Sara Puckett of Charleston, S.C. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Serving as pallbearers will be Robin Hood Brians, Tim Ewing, Jerry Smith, Bill Beard, Steve Wilkes, Mike McGinney, Bill Bickley, Mike Canant, Jerome Howard and David Pierson.
The family will receive friends Friday, October 6, 2017 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Jackson's Burks Walker Tippit Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Humane Society Pets Fur People, http//petsfurpeople.org, 1823 County Road 386, Tyler, TX 75708, 903-597-2471 or SPCA, www.spcaeasttx.com, SPCA of East Texas Administrative Office, 4517 Old Bullard Rd , Tyler, TX 75703 or P.O. Box 132899 - Tyler,Texas 75713, phone: 903-596-SPCA or 903-596-7722. Online condolences maybe left at www.burkswalkertippit.com
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Lane Eubank
October 19, 2017
Dr Puckett treated students with a level of respect that was rare. Whether or not we deserved it, he approached and interacted with us without hierarchy, simply as fellow humans. (Steve Wilkes, you're in the same camp). Years later, I was able to understand and reflect on this Puckett-phenomenon and the impact it had on the adult I finally became. I regret that I never found the opportunity to describe this and thank him for shaping me in this way until learning of his passing. Dr Puckett, above chemistry and guitars, this humanistic aspect of the education you gave to so many of us will live on powerfully and exponentially in the way we treat our peers and the next generation of humanity. I am so grateful to you.
Karla Adam Trusler
October 17, 2017
I was blessed to not only have you as my chemistry teacher, but through the years, to come to call you friend. You were one of the best in both categories and will be missed....until we see each other again....
October 15, 2017
Oh, how we will miss you, Larry! I'm glad we could have many "Olive Garden Reunions" together, and I will also remember our teaching days at HPHS. Go, Guitar Club! Thanks to you, Jerry, and Steve for the fun musical performances of Jerry, "Hairy," and Larry! I send my condolences and love to your family. Casey Fisher
October 10, 2017
He was a precious precious man! We were blessed to have known
him and just be in his presence !!
Very sad.
Greg and Dakan Pillsbury
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Mike and Leanne McGinney
October 7, 2017
Larry was a gifted and genuine person, with a great sense of humor. Those who knew him were richer for the experience. May God Bless Myra, Paul, Sara, Martha, and all of you whom Larry held dear.
Donna C Pierce
October 6, 2017
Best bud - so happy we had a visit at Clements last month - you will be so missed - HPHS will never be the same. My prayers for your family and lets all remember the good times - of which are too numerous to mention here. My heartfelt sympathy for all.
October 6, 2017
My dear friend Larry Puckett. Scientist, musician and teacher. You are well loved!
Michael Norton MD
Kenna Pharr
October 6, 2017
Rest In Peace my dear dear friend!! We went through a lot together and I just can't imagine this world without you!!! I will miss getting my Thanksgiving and Christmas cards but I am so thankful for the CD'S you sent to me!! You were a very precious soul and loved by all!!!
Glenn Ab Walters
October 6, 2017
We had fun working together on construction crews for Don Hill during a couple of summers when we were in high school and fishing together later in life. He was masterful in the use of a flyrod. He will be missed.
John Lewandowski
October 6, 2017
Prayers for your family. Our memories are certainly vivid because Larry was such a great life force on all who knew him. Until we meet again...
Linda Heath
October 6, 2017
One of the Best Teachers I have ever encountered.. A great loss to many of us.. Reconnected a few years ago at a MHS Class party.. thanks for all the memories. Play on in that Heavenly Band..We will miss you. Prayers for all the family.
Jeannie Faulkner Barber
October 6, 2017
Collectively without a doubt, one of the most memorable teachers I ever had. Praying for the Peace that passes all understanding for his family.
Marilyn Hampton
October 6, 2017
Rest In Peace Mr Puckett. You were an inspiration to many. Prayers for your precious family.
October 5, 2017
My condolences for your loss. Wishing your family peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hands. May God continue to comfort you and your family. ( Psalms 9:9,10)
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