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Larry Baines Obituary

Larry P. Baines INDIAN LAND - Larry P. Baines, age 77, passed away at his home on July 13, 2020. Born in Gaffney, he was the son of the late Paul and Louise Baines and the husband of Reida Edwards Baines for 50 glorious years. Larry retired from Westinghouse after he served in the United States Navy and graduated with the first Computer Science class at the University of South Carolina. Larry was a member of Union United Methodist Church in Irmo. He was a longtime volunteer coach at the Irmo-Chapin Recreation Commission and an avid golf and tennis player. Larry was a devoted U.S.C. Gamecock fan, a trait which he passed on to his children. A celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, July 17 th at Irmo Town Park, 7330 Carlisle St., Irmo, SC 29063. Social distancing and masks are required. Gamecock attire, golf shirts and caps are encouraged. In addition to his wife, Reida, he is survived by two sons, Todd Baines (Kloie) of Catawba, Preston Baines of Chapin; one daughter Lorrie Cavanaugh (Rex) of Indian Land; one brother, Mickey Baines (Kathy) of Gaffney; six grand-children whom he loved dearly, Lucy, Sophie, Liam, Harper, Lilly and Corrina Rose. In lieu of flowers the family is encouraging donations be made in Larry's memory to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research visiting michaeljfox.org Pollard Funeral Home is serving the family.

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Published by The State on Jul. 15, 2020.

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Keith Fowler

July 9, 2022

Deeply appreciative of Larry and his support to help the plant work through Y2K. People discount it in retrospect but Larry helped the plant carry through, along with his other major duties. Anchors away, sailor. Job well done

Keith Fowler

July 18, 2020

I worked with Larry at Westinghouse and was honored to know such a fine and dedicated gentleman. May he Rest In Peace and my heartfelt sorrow for those who loved him.

Mickey Lindler

July 17, 2020

I never knew the father - Larry- but I know the son - Preston- so Larry must have been a wonderful father. Preston, so sorry but his legacy lives on in you. Keep the faith and remember his love for you. Because of Him - my FATHER - and in Christian love for you, Mickey Lindler

Terry Harris

July 16, 2020

I grew up with Larry and Mickey. We played all the sports, baseball, softball, basketball, soccer and anything else we could come up with. Larry was always the master organizer, we often had teams of mixed ages and abilities and Larry could somehow magically add in extra rules to even up the teams abilities. The lawn in front of their house stayed constantly bare in spots depending on what sport we were playing. He was a great neighborhood coach that was always willing to take time with younger players to give them pointers. I was a better sportsman because of Larry. I rarely saw Larry except at Family reunions after we grew up and moved away. A good guy, good friend, and exceptional athlete.

Kylie Rieman

July 15, 2020

Larry was my first resident at HarborChase and I will never forget his humor, love for Gamecocks, and his even greater love for his family! Such a sweet man!

George Corley

July 15, 2020

I knew Larry through Bill and Rusty. We went on many golf trips and outings. I remember he was a master at the short game,although everytime we played he would have a new style putter,but he always made it work. I will miss him on links, but I will always remember his game.

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Celebration of Life

3:00 p.m.

Irmo Town Park

7330 Carlisle St., Irmo, SC

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