Larry Wayne McCullar

Larry Wayne McCullar obituary, Selmer, TN

Larry Wayne McCullar

Larry McCullar Obituary

Visit the Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer website to view the full obituary.

Larry Wayne McCullar was born January 1, 1945 in Selmer, TN, the son of the late Dewey McCullar and Alice Ray Likes. 

On May 14, 1965, Larry united in marriage with his beloved Syble Watson, sharing a bond that resonated deeply until her passing on April 29, 2014. 

Throughout his life, Larry demonstrated a remarkable work ethic, contributing his skills at Brown Shoe Company, in logging, and working at Jetricks. His hands were often imprinted with the rewards of hard work, but his true passion lay in nurturing life around him. With a notable green thumb, Larry had the incredible ability to grow anything.

In his leisure time, Larry found peace and joy in fishing, exploring flea markets and antique shops, as well as tinkering with mowers and cars. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family.

Mr. McCullar departed this life on December 29, 2024 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 79 Years, 11 Months, 28 Days.

He is survived by his children: Tammy Faulkner and husband Roger of Ramer, TN, Deborah Leggett and husband Bob of Jackson, TN, David McCullar and wife Misti of Selmer, TN; granddaughter raised like a daughter, Tiffany Gilliam and husband James of Clifton, TN; a brother, Rickey Likes of Selmer, TN; six grandchildren: Scott Hurley of Cedar Grove, TN, Katie Craig and husband Julius of Jackson, TN, Daniel Leggett and wife Brittany of Portageville, MO, Hunter McCullar and wife Abby of Selmer, TN, Mylee McCullar of Selmer, TN, Kyle Faulkner of Ramer, TN; seven great grandchildren: Austyn Caldwell, Carter Caldwell, Jace Gilliam, Kingston Craig, Emma Hurley, Lillie Hurley, Callum McCullar due in Feburary; nephew, Rocky McCullar of Selmer, TN; his beloved dog, Milo; and a host of other family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. McCullar was preceded in death by a brother, Roy McCullar.

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