Larry "Goose" Allen Garrison

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Roller-Owens Funeral Home Chapel
5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd
North Little Rock, AR  72116
Thursday, September 25, 2014
2:00 p.m.
Larry "Goose" Allen Garrison

of North Little Rock, AR

October 26, 1950 - September 20, 2014

Larry Allen ''Goose'' Garrison, 63, of North Little Rock, died at home Saturday, September 20, 2014. Larry was born 1950 in Anniston, Alabama. He was preceded in death by his parents E.A. and Maxine Greene Garrison; brother, Max Frazier; son Roger Runnells; nephew Colby Garrison.
He attended North Little Rock High School and worked for Union Pacific Railroad.
Larry will be best remembered for Slick Willy's, Buster's and The White Water Tavern in Fayetteville and Little Rock, which is a local stepping stone for young artists. Goose was passionate about helping local musicians starting out, like The Salty Dogs, Cate Brothers, Wendy Austin, The Legendary Burger, Mojo Depot and countless others. Everyone has their own history of the White Water.
Larry was survived by one daughter, Lori Leigh Piper, her husband Will; Mary Jo Salmon, and sons Raymond Wilson and Travis Runnells; brothers Gary Garrison and Jerre Frazier; Elston Garrison; his sister Alisa Smith and her husband Jim; grandchildren AJ Piper, Cole Piper, Wendy Grace Wilson, Connor Runnells and Jaden Jones; nephews Jerre Frazier and his wife Kelly; Chris Frazier and his wife Tiann; Andy and Clay Cochran; Jimmy Grey Smith III and his wife Juliette, Brian Nic Smith, and Christopher Lobato and his wife Robin; niece Landra Pollard and her husband James; one aunt, Lou Warren.
The First Annual ''Goose Dog'' celebration will be held at The White Water Tavern at 7th and Thayer in Little Rock. TBA.
Memorial Service will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 25, 2014, at Roller-Owens Funeral Home Chapel, 5509 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, North Little Rock, AR 72116. (501) 791-7400.

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57 Condolence(s)
JB
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Wednesday, October 29, 2014

I KNOW FOR MY SELF WHAT A FINE MAN AND LOYAL FRIEND YOU WERE ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS GOOD TO ME TO ALL

Linda
Little rock, AR
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Friday, October 3, 2014

Larry you will be missed. I remember you in the "Dino" days. Say hi to him for me... You were always friendly, good to me and made me laugh! I didn't remember the "goose" thing though. RIP!

Mike Ibsen
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, September 29, 2014

Well it sure was great to be able to laugh and break bread at Cantina Laredo a few days before you left us. I know you and "DR. Dave Ibsen, VMD. Bubbie Cochran, Levon, and a few more are having some interesting "convo" and card games.It was truly a pleasure being a true friend for all the decades we shared. You always kept your word with me to a fault. The pleasure was truly mine to have called you a really close friend. God Speed and tell my Pop I love him and you will be missed my boy!!!!

Alisa smith
Austin, AR
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Sunday, September 28, 2014

Well Larry we have had your service and I have to say it was one for the record books. This was the first time I heard the "F" word (almost anyway). The first time people have clapped (several times) and the first time I have ever heard that many sinners singing Amazing Grace. A friend said if you could have a perfect funeral that was it, I hope you thought so. Never have I felt such an outpouring of love and respect. Tears and laughter mingled as we said goodbye. You will missed. Love you always, your sister.

Kristy Hales Hubbard
Little Rock,
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Friday, September 26, 2014

I'll owe you forever, without you I would never have met the love of my life, Wally Hubbard. Please hug him for me when you get "up there" and love y

John W. Pennington
Little Rock, AR
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Friday, September 26, 2014

L.A. Goose you were my mentor, my boss, my brother,my father figure, my confidant, the best man at my wedding, Godfather to my children, and most of all you were my friend. I will never forget you. There will never been another like you. I can just see it now You, Billy, Burger, and God sittin' around a table tellin' stories about crap games , ladies of the night, bar fights, and drunken friends. At the end God leans over and asks " Garrison how did you get up here?" Goose looks at him and says Hard Work and Plenty of It lord that's what got where I am today.God Bless you my brother I will see you again on that beautiful shore

Kimble Murphy
Fayetteville, AR
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Thursday, September 25, 2014

I loved you Larry! You and JET were very dear to me and always will be! We had some great times! I will be toasting you on 10/11....

Trey McCorkindale
Little Rock,
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Thursday, September 25, 2014

It was always good to see Goose when I saw him. I'm going to miss those opportunities to visit. Sorry for your loss.

Neal LaHue
Buda, TX
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Thursday, September 25, 2014

Larry, you were one of the good guys. Fun loving and always helpful. Haven't seen you in over 25 years but wanted to say god bless you and your family and RIP. NEAL

larry duffield
amelia island, FL
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Thursday, September 25, 2014

We shared many great times and big laughs together. i will never forget them. At least the ones we could remember. : -)
But i will miss a very special friend, a friend i was very lucky to have.
i would say rest in peace, but I'm sure you have already brought laughter and joy to the next station. Keep it going my friend, like only you can.
love you
my thoughts and prayers to your family

gil and cindy
nlr,
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Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Rest in peace sweet friend. Thoughts and prayers to your family.

Carrie Holyfield
Little Rock, AR
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Wednesday, September 24, 2014

We will all miss Larry's smile & kindness. So sorry to the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Charles & Tammy Sturgeon
Conway,
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Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Aunt Mary Jo I'm so very sorry about your loss. Larry was such a wonderful person. I admired him, as did so many others. I remember him being funny and a pleasure to be around. I wish Charles could have met him. I remember Chealsey calling him "Gravy Man". May God help you through this difficult time. Your niece, Tammy

kathryn Mcelroy
Phoenix, AZ
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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Goose made dozens and dozens of marauding music-filled starry nights at the WWT a BLAST! He always had great stories to tell. Not too many like him. Some of the best nights of my life at the WWT! You will be mightily missed.

Robyn
Ft. Walton Beach, FL
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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Goose, you are one in a million. Until we meet again, I will think of you with a smile on my face. Prayers sent up for your family.

Jimmy Powell
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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

You rock and you roll,
You are such a fiery good soul,
Generous and mischievous,
You just took care of all of us,
So off you go good man,
Until we meet again,
And I will be grateful to God,
Knowing you friend...

Melanie Shelnutt Nolan
Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

What a dear sweet friend Larry Garrison has been to my sister and me since the late 70's. He always had a way of making us feel special every time we saw him. I would rush over to see him at the White Water every time I came to town. He did have a spark and a smile that made so many adore him. The last time we saw him he bought our drinks but then when did he not? I count myself lucky to be one of his multitudes of friends! We love you always and will miss you Larry!!!

Sandra Beight Franecke
Sherwood,
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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

My thoughts are with Larry's family and friends. I am so very sorry for your loss. I lived next door to Larry in Junior High and it seems like yesterday but the years pass too quickly. He always had a smile.

Betty Narup
Dallas, TX
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Monday, September 22, 2014

A million words could be used to describe this very unique man and just a few of them are HONESTY, ( sometimes more than enough LOL) LOYALTY ( he was a "sticker)
FUNNY ( he roared at all of his own jokes) HARD WORKER ( well sometimes, when he could tell some one else to hurry up) FAMILY MAN ( what a great father he was!) SUBPERB BARTENDER ( and he got EVERYONE out at closing time! LOL) a challenging Domino player that made up the rules as he went! Not to mention his prowess at the card table....His ability to spot an up and coming band is unsurpassed, and who could NOT mention his dancing!!!!!! WHOA... A great man that will be so very,very missed by the family friends and the business community. His legend and wit will be passed on and remembered by many for his kind heart and willingness to step forward with out restrain to help those in need and many times with no expectations for any sort of reciprocity..God speed and put a smile on all the other angels in heaven. WE LOVE YOU.

Tom Powell
NLR,
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Monday, September 22, 2014

Goodbye old friend, wish I had made it back in time to see you. Rest easy.

Cindy "MoMo" Moore
Bryant, AR
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Monday, September 22, 2014

With a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eyes, Larry was always up to something...What a sad loss of all of his friends. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. God Bless !

Rick Martin
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, September 22, 2014

Larry, that,s the name I knew you by, long before Goose.A great friend since high school,in a friendship that spanned the years. Your bar successes are legendary as are your humor and personality.Never a dull moment around you. Always My blessings and prayers are with your family.

Scottish Brian
Little Rock,
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Monday, September 22, 2014

A gentleman to the end. Missed but will never be forgotten. Walk On Larry!

Eddie Tilley
NLR, AR
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Monday, September 22, 2014

Been great knowing you Larry. Rest in peace my friend

James Brooks
NLR, AR
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Monday, September 22, 2014

Hay buddy it was a good ride and hate to see you go. Catch up with you down the road, see you then.

Jimmy Young
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Monday, September 22, 2014

Goose!!!! Thanks for all the great memories and opportunities. What a friend you were. You truly helped myself and several bandmates throughout the years. I will miss you dearly!!

Mary@Cornerstone Pharmacy Lakewood
NLR,
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Monday, September 22, 2014

On behalf of Cornerstone Pharmacy Lakewood and myself we would like to offer our condolences and deepest sympathy to all the family and friends. He will be missed.
Cornerstone Pharmacy Lakewood

The Devlins
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, September 22, 2014

We will miss you!!
Our thoughts are with you and your family and friends.

Brenda Stephenson (Goodrich)
hot springs, AR
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Monday, September 22, 2014

GOOSE YOU WER MY FIRST LOVE AND ALWAYS WILL BE I WILL TRULY MISS YOU

Eddie Passini
Cabot, AR
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Monday, September 22, 2014

My condolences to Lori, Mary Jo and the family. Larry will always be remembered for the truly unique man he was. We all will miss him.

David Raymond
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Monday, September 22, 2014

Thank you for being the kind soul you were.

Carol Nix Ybarra
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, September 22, 2014

I will always remember Goose as being a gentleman that always knew how to make you feel special! He always had a smile and was always so generous and thoughtful too! I will miss his smile because that was contagious!!
Rest in Peace My Friend and I'll see you in Heaven!

Christine Washburn
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, September 22, 2014

Our dear friend Goose, thanks for the many years of great music, laughs and wonderful memories, you will remain in our hearts forever! Love and prayers to Mary Jo and family, peace be with you.

Drexel
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Monday, September 22, 2014

You were a true pioneer, and always a great friend. Sail on my brother!

Brad Williams
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, September 22, 2014

I will never forget Goose. He was a friend and truly one of the good guys. I, along with the other guys from The Salty Dogs, will be forever in his debt.

Thanks, Goose.

Brad

Shirley McAnally
Somerville,
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Monday, September 22, 2014

Sorry to here.Prayers for the family.

Steve Simpson
Tyler,
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Monday, September 22, 2014

You always had a smile and could always tell a story or a joke. You will be missed.

Brian R Bierman
Little Rock,
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Monday, September 22, 2014

Love ya buddy....

Rick Crosby
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Thanks Goose

Ken and Ruth Chandler
Cabot, AR
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Our dear lifelong friend, our love for you will never die. May all our memories live on forever in our hearts.

Don Rhyne
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Kristin (Fowler) Jones
Little Rock,
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

I met Larry a long time ago and loved him immediately. When I think of Goosen I smile. God bless you my friend!

Fletcher
Little Rock,
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

WE all owe YOU so much. Without YOU...WE may have never TRULY been. Thank you Larry

Randy Parsley
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Garrison family and all the many friends of Larry. Trust that we will meet again when the roll is called up yonder.

Joy Ray
Jacksonville,
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Larry Mann
McKinney, TX
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Larry, you gave me my first real gig at WWT 28 years ago, and encouraged me to continue playing, giving me a career with some of the best memories a person could have. I would have had none of those memories if you had not allowed me to play at your place for the first time. God speed my friend. I will miss you.

Carolyn
, OH
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

RIP sweet man, sounds like you had a rich, warm life. You will be missed by many.

Kim King
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Rest in PEACE....you will be missed by many...

Jack Bailey. Paul Corbitt
Little Rock,
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

God bless you buddy we loved you dearly. As did everyone

Sherri A. Pettit
Sherwood, AR
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Love you Goose. I had 16 wonderful years working for you. You taught me well. Crazy, But, I wouldn't change a thing. You were one of a kind special one. You will be missed by many dear friend. My heart is breaking. See you on the other side. Love you, SherSher ( Sherri Pettit )

Randy and Katy Duffield
Amelia Island, FL
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Sending our condolences to the family. Goosen was one of a kind and he will be missed.

Marlane Stakemiller
Little Rock, AR
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Larry always had a mischievous twinkle in his eyes! I have known him since RidgeRoad Jr. High. He could always say, or do something to cause you to smile. I was looking forward to seeing him at our NLRHS reunion. He will be missed.

Bonnie J Grissom Cochran
Texas City,
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

I was sorry to see him pass away. He was a high school friend that I remember as a good guy. My condolences to his family.

Chris West
NLR, AR
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Goodbye old friend. May peace be with your family.

Dean Martin
NLR,
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Larry is etched in memory will always remember fruendship. Prayers to his family & friends

Jack & Becky Ziegler
Conway, AR
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Our thoughts and Prayers go out to all of Larry ( Goose ) Family ! He was a very dear friend to Jack and Me, and we will miss him so much ! He was always a joy to be around and could always make you laugh ! We will always remember all the good times spent with him ! RIP "Goose".
Jack & Becky Ziegler

Linda Kaiser
Clarksville, TX
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Sunday, September 21, 2014

You will be remembered & missed by sooo many people, Old Friend! Rest in peace, Goose, until we all meet again...Your ol buddy...LK