Larry Wheeler Short

Larry Wheeler Short obituary, Myrtle Beach, SC

Larry Wheeler Short

Larry Short Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Burroughs Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Jan. 5, 2026.
Lawrence "Larry" W. Short, 76, of Myrtle Beach, SC, a devoted husband and father, entered the presence of the Lord on December 26, 2025. Larry was born on August 10, 1949, in Niagara Falls, NY, to Lester F. Short and May W. Short.

Larry is survived by his wife, Lilly M. Short, daughter Lori A. Short, and son Eric "Rick" L Short (Stacey Short). His grandchildren are Garrett, Amber, Austin, and Lana, and his great-grandchildren are Ryder, Kohl, and Journee.

In his free time, Larry loved spending time with family, boating, camping, golfing, and playing billiards. As the owner of L.W. Short Insurance Agency, he was passionate about making everyone feel welcome and building relationships with customers, forming many friendships. Larry's legacy will continue through his family. Above all, he cherished time spent with family and friends. Larry will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved him.

The family will honor Larry's memory privately.

To view these details online or to offer words of comfort through the online guest book, visit www.burroughsfh.com

Burroughs Funeral Home and Cremation Service (843.651.1440) of Murrells Inlet is assisting the family with arrangements.

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JEANNIE Elmore

January 17, 2026

GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SMILES YOU GAVE US. THANK YOU FOR ALL THE GENTLE WORDS. THANK YOU FOR BEING A SPECIAL PART OF MY LIFE. WE ALL MISS YOU NOW AND FOREVER.

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