Larry Rucker Vaughan Sr.

Larry Rucker Vaughan Sr. obituary, Corning, NY

Larry Rucker Vaughan Sr.

Larry Vaughan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Phillips Funeral Home - Corning on May 28, 2025.

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Larry Vaughan Sr., age 72 of Richmond, VA passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 at Corning Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare.
Larry will be remembered as a lifelong Raiders fan. His greatest joy was his grandchildren.
Larry is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Frances Vaughan of VA; son, Larry (Katrina) Vaughan, Jr. of Richmond, VA; daughter, Jessica Vaughan of Richmond, VA; sisters: Cheryl Vaughan Karns if Warrenton, VA, Brenda Vaughan Briel of FL; 4 grandchildren: Milenko Vaughan, Odin Vaughan, Teddrick Link and Ta'Kiyah Link; and several nieces and nephews.
Larry was predeceased by his father, Marvin Vaughan; mother, Arlean Vaughan Preddy and her husband, Willis; and sister, Judy Vaughan Smith.
It was Larry's wish that there be no services. Phillips Funeral Home, 17 W. Pulteney St., Corning has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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