Larry Etheridge Obituary
Larry Dale Etheridge, age 75 of Stewart, TN, and formerly of Troy, TN, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025 at his residence.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 8, 2025 at Crossroads Cemetery with Bro. Ray Bradley officiating.
Larry entered this life on December 1, 1949 in Troy, TN, son to the late Wiley Rusten and Mary Elizabeth Etheridge. Larry was an avid outdoorsman who had love for hunting; he will be greatly missed.
In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his sisters, Lottie, Jean, Doris, and Kay.
Survivors include his loving children, Jennifer Etheridge Taylor, William Rusten (Debbie) Etheridge, Lendon Thomas Etheridge, and Cameron Etheridge. Larry also leaves behind his precious grandchildren, Larry Roberson, Zachery Roberson, Logan, Taylor, William Rusten Etheridge Jr, Levi Etheridge, Lilah Etheridge, Billy Joe Roberson, Kimberly Tate; along with great-grandchildren, Katelynn Tate, and Josh Tate.
Family will serve as pallbearers.
Arrangements are in the care of Nave Funeral Home, (931) 289-4277, 4639 West Main St, Erin, TN, 37061, NaveFuneralHomes.com.
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