Larry Junior Moon

Larry J. Moon, 76, of Southington, Ohio, made his final journey to rest in peace on June 13, 2025, while at home surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 10, 1948, in Newburg, West Virginia, to Henry Junior and Ethel Mae Moon, Larry's life journey soon took him to Leavittsburg, Ohio, where he graduated from LaBrae High School in 1966. After graduation, Larry married Deborah K. Dudley of Niles, Ohio, and together they raised three children. He proudly volunteered to serve in the U.S. Army and was deployed to Vietnam from 1969 to 1971. Following his honorable discharge, Larry returned home and began an apprenticeship in bricklaying. He joined the Bricklayers Union Local 43 and earned his 50-year service pin in 2024. In 1994, Larry married his second wife, Molly K. Malone of Howland, Ohio, and welcomed three additional sons into his growing family. A respected icon in the local construction industry, Larry was frequently seen behind the wheel of his dump truck, operating a backhoe, or building custom fireplaces. Monuments to his craftsmanship dot the landscape throughout Northeastern Ohio. More than just a builder, Larry was a teacher, mentor, and friend, known for inspiring a new generation of skilled tradespeople. His meticulous attention to detail, "old school" standards, and habit of giving nicknames to those he favored were hallmarks of his personality-a true badge of honor. Larry cherished family picnics, a well-earned day off, and a stiff 7 & 7. With his infectious smile, sparkling blue eyes, boundless kindness, and quiet patience, Larry exemplified the qualities of a man who placed family above all else. Godspeed, Larry Moon. By the way, we hear the Union won the contract for the new temple in Heaven Guess that's why He called you home! Larry was preceded in death by his first wife, Deborah. He is survived by his second wife, Molly K. Moon, and his children: 2 Daughters: Laurie "Monk" (John Taylor) of Muleshoe, TX, and Stephanie "Nerfy" Moon of Leavittsburg, OH; 4 Sons: John "Toby" Moon of Southington, OH, Caleb "KB" Moon of Warren, OH, Joshua "Chachi" Moon of Leavittsburg, OH, and Justin "Pedro" Moon of Warren, OH; Sister: Sandra "Sis" Moon of Cortland, OH, Brother: Arthur "Jake" Moon of Leavittsburg, OH. He also leaves behind eight grandchildren: Jace "Booey," Taylor, Lindsey "Lou," Moon, Kyle "Toodle," Stegall, Zach "Wacky," Taylor, Kirsten "Kirdy Bird," Lomax, Ashley "Asher," Moon, Laci "LaceBug" Davis, Rylee "RyBug" Moon and one great grandson, Wyatt (lil' dude) Stegall. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 from 11:00AM to 1:00PM at the James Funeral Home in Newton Falls, where a funeral service will follow at 1:00PM. Larry will be laid to rest at Crown Hill Burial Park in Vienna with full military services. Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home, 8 East Broad Street, Newton Falls, OH 44444 (330)872-5440. Family and friends may view his obituary online or to send condolences, please visit us at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Larry Junior Moon, please visit our floral store.