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2022
Larry Little Obituary
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Larry Leo Little, US Marine Corp Veteran, 77, peacefully went to sleep in the arms of his Savior surrounded by his family on Sunday May 8, 2022, at 4:20 a.m.
Larry was born in Cheshire, on May 28, 1944, to Melvin L and Catherine (Montgomery) Little.
He was a 1966 graduate of Cheshire High School after graduation he enlisted with the United States Marine Corp where he served two tours in Vietnam.
He went on to marry Carolyn (Rupe) Little and enjoyed 55 years together. They gave life to three daughters — Cheryl (Randy) Sallaz of Hurricane, W.Va., Vicki (Laurie) Gianatiempo of Garner, N.C., and Kristi (Billy) Dishman of Brunswick, Ga.
Larry was a long-time resident of Cheshire and retired from Kyger Creek Power Plant June 2, 2004.
Larry had two brothers and a sister — Wade (Billy Jo) Little of Gallipolis, Michael (Kathy) Little of Gallipolis, and Marilyn (Bill) Ward also of a Gallipolis. He had six grandchildren and eight grandchildren.
Anyone that knew Larry knew he was a proud Marine who also loved his cars.
He was a life member of VFW (post 9926) a member of American Legion (post 140) a former member of the Road Angels Car Club, Fraternal Order of Eagles 2171, Masonic Lodge Cheshire, and past member of Old Kyger Freewill Baptist Church.
Upon his request, Larry was cremated and a Memorial Service is being planned at a future date to be announced.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Little
Al Spiegelhalter
February 3, 2025
Was Larry ever stationed in Kansas City, Missouri at the Marine Corps Finance Center
Joanne Jorgensen
May 7, 2024
Memories...memories...memories. That's all we have of our marine husbands. Would love to hear from you. Joanne Jorgensen
Joanne Jorgensen
January 30, 2023
My sincere and deep sympathy to you. Carolyn, I don't know if you remember us or not. My name is Joanne Jorgensen ([email protected]) Larry and I were stationed at LeJuene 1967-1968. I remember visiting you in your trailer home. I have been searching for marine based friends for years and didn't know I would find Larry's obituary. My handsome Marine Corp husband, Larry, died December 1, 2020. Beautiful memories of our life together is such a treasure.
Joanne Jorgensen - [email protected]
January 30, 2023
My sincere and deep sympathy to you at the loss of your husband. Carolyn, this is Joanne Jorgensen from Fulda Minnesota. I have been searching for Larry and you for years and now just today I find an obituary for Larry. I don't know if you remember us. We were stationed at Camp Lejuene 1967-1968. Our daughter Tami was born on base. I remember visiting you two in your trailer home. So many years have gone by. My handsome Marine Corp husband, Larry, died December 1, 2020. My heart is filled with memories that I will forever treasure.
Millie Tabor
May 20, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ruth & Ronnie Sopata
May 15, 2022
You were our brother (BIL) for many years. You will be missed. Rest in peace Larry.
Niki Cain
May 15, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pat Canaday
May 13, 2022
I worked with him at Kyger creek, he was a great man. Prayers for his family. Rest In Peace my friend.
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