Born in Pickens County, a son of the late Ola Bruce Bagwell and the late Lillie Maude Owens Bagwell, Mr. Bagwell was a 1955 graduate of Easley High School where he excelled in football being both quarterback and lineman. He later received his Master's degree from Clemson University where he played baseball and participated in the College World Series two years in a row. His college baseball career lead him to play semi-pro ball for the Washington Senators in the Florida State League.

Mr. Bagwell coached football at Easley High School from 1967 to 1992 where he lead the Green Waves to two State Championships. Not only was he inducted to the Easley High School Hall of fame, he was also inducted into the South Carolina Coaches Hall of Fame. His coaching accomplishments and leadership lead him to receive many awards, and having a gym and ball field named in his honor.

Mr. Bagwell served as Councilman for the City of Easley for three decades and Mayor from 2008 to 2019. During his term, Mayor Bagwell worked closely with city council and city employees on revitalizing the downtown area, including the West End District and developing the Doodle Trail. In his last term, Mayor Bagwell was awarded the Order of the Palmetto for his service and leadership to Easley.

Surviving, in addition to his wife of sixty-four years, are his two daughters, Terri Bagwell Knight and Lou Anne Bagwell Johnson (Joe), both of Easley; His sister, Evelyn B. McEntyre (Verlon) of Easley; four grandchildren, Kasi Wilson (Charlie), Michael Dillon Knight, Jessica Johnson and Jeremy Johnson (Faith); four great-grandchildren, Garrett Wilson, Cayden Ballard, Cooper Wilson and Clark Wilson; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved pet, Bella.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Bagwell was predeceased by two brothers, Bobby Bagwell and Charles Bagwell.

Memorial services were 1 p.m. Monday, September 20, 2021 at Easley First United Methodist Church. Private entombment took place in the Hillcrest Memorial Park Mausoleum.

There will be no formal visitation. Mr. Bagwell did lie in state from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, September 19, 2021 at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Easley First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 589, Easley, SC 29641.

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Published by The Sentinel-Progress from Sep. 28 to Sep. 29, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Larry Bagwell

27 Entries

Edwin McCravy

May 23, 2022

Larry was in every class with me at West End and we both graduated EHS together in 1955. We both were Clemson graduates. Larry saw to it that the EHS class of '55 had great reunions every 5 years through 2015. He was a great guy, and will be missed. -- Edwin McCravy

Keith Carlisle

October 7, 2021

God speed coach Bagwell. You taught me how to drive in Driver's Ed and led the Green Waves to success. I've driven all over the U.S. and you started it all buddy. Won't soon forget you. Keith Carlisle EHS Class of 1985.

Michelle Robinson

September 22, 2021

Teri and family, so sorry to hear about Coach Bagwell's passing. I never saw him with a frown. I know he will be dearly missed. My deepest sympathies.

David Hickerson

September 22, 2021

So sorry for your loss he was a great person. Enjoyed being around him and the whole family.

Thomas McCabe

September 20, 2021

Easley lost a true friend and leader RIP

John Bracknell

September 20, 2021

Very sad to learn of Larry passing. He was a good friend, and team mate and a very close friend.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and his many friends.
John Bracknell Greenwood

Jack King

September 20, 2021

A good coach, a good man, a family man, and a Clemson Tiger. I enjoyed our years of competing against each other. Larry was a gentleman and very smart. He will be missed by his family and friends.

Eric Hatton

September 20, 2021

I played football under this wonderful man who loved not only me but each kid he taught. I found out as I was walking into the High School to be inducted into the Hall Of Fame! Still struggling because he was my coach and I have the upmost respect for this man/father! Please know my thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this most difficult time!

Kristi Roper Hays

September 20, 2021

I am so sorry to hear about Larry. He was such a sweet man and this breaks my heart. My prayers go out to all of you! Love you all very much
Kristi Roper Hays

Roy Abercrombie

September 20, 2021

GREAT MAN--GREAT COACH

John Rankin

September 20, 2021

So sorry to hear about your grandfather. Praying for you all.

Julie Capaldi

September 20, 2021

A great man. A terrible loss. I am so sorry about The Mayor.

Michael Garrett

September 17, 2021

Our prayers are with you all. May God bless you and lift you up. Michael, Juanita, and Chris Garrett; Hanna and Carter Humphrey.

Syd McDaniel

September 17, 2021

So sorry to read about Larry's passing.....always liked him and he was a class act.....RIP

Terry Smith

September 17, 2021

Coach Rest In Peace till we meet again.

Ann Lyons

September 17, 2021

Sad to hear of Larry's passing. I have known him for a long time and considered him a good friend. Prayers and peace to the Bagwell family

Brenda Stephens

September 17, 2021

Praying for the family

Mark Looper

September 17, 2021

Lu, Lou Anne, Teri and Family. Saddened to hear about the passing of Coach Bagwell. He was very accomplished and will be missed for his leadership. I can still hear his voice at football practice about how we had to 'toughen up". My condolences.

Terry D. Going

September 19, 2021

Mr. Bagwell was a wonderful mayor. It meant so much to me that he attended the dedication of the new Easley Bible Methodist Church when I was the pastor. May the Lord comfort his family at this time.

Tommy Holcombe

September 19, 2021

Larry was a man that loved his lord loved his family and loved the city of Easley he will be missed by all.

Lisa Patterson

September 19, 2021

Our Dearest condolences to the family Larry grew up with the Waldrop family we all loved him bless you all many prayers

willie stansell

September 19, 2021

I am a better person for having known Larry since the early 1950s. He did a lot for Easley High and the city of Easley, quite a life for a simple man from Easley mill. You will be missed.

Donna Ballard

September 18, 2021

Our heart felt condolences from The Mr. And Mrs Donna and Larry Ballard, Seth Ballard and families

Frances Gambrell-Jones

September 18, 2021

Coach Bagwell was a great asset to the town of Easley as well as Easley High School. He will be missed. It was an honor to know him. Prayers for the family.

Dan (and Diane) Ellenburg

September 18, 2021

You were a good man, Coach Bagwell. May God bless your soul.

Justin Burrell

September 18, 2021

He was a good mayor for Easley

Robert Couch

September 17, 2021

Had the opportunity to play baseball with Larry at Easley High School. Although I was younger, he made sure I was an accepted member of the team. He was a great leader! Will be missed!

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