Larry Root Obituary
Larry Edger Root passed away on September 3, 2025, at his residence in Tupelo, MS at the age of 74. He was born July 24, 1951, to the late Leonard Root and Christine Thompson. He graduated from Cumberland Highschool in 1970. He was a veteran of the US Army. He worked in sales most of his life selling car parts at AutoZone. He also worked at Texico on Gloster Street in Tupelo MS.
He is survived by his 2 sisters, Francine Root Adler, Peggy Edwards.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Friends may leave an online condolence to the family at robinsonfh.net.
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869 East Broad St., West Point, MS 39773
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