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Larry Abston Obituary
Larry Eugene Abston, 67, of Athens, TN, passed away on April 30, 2025.
Larry retired from Whirlpool after 28 years of dedicated service. A man of many passions, he enjoyed the open road on his motorcycle and had a lifelong love for classic rock music, often attending live concerts with friends and family. Larry will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Preceded in death by his father, Ernest Abston.
Survivors include his daughter, Miranda Abston; mother, Lilian Abston; brother, Ernie Abston (Sandy); sisters, Judy Atkinson, Terri Purdie (Sid), and Donna Richardson and Brenda Choate.
There will be no formal services at this time.
You are encouraged to share a memory of Larry and/or your personal condolences with his family by visiting his memorial webpage and guestbook at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral & Cremation Service of Athens, TN, and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.
400 S White Street, Athens, TN 37303
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