of Proctor, AR
October 22, 1941 - February 23, 2022
Larry Thomas, 80, of Proctor, Arkansas died Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at his home in Proctor, Arkansas. Larry was born in Blytheville, Arkansas to parents, Roy and Clara Sanford Thomas on October 22, 1941.
Larry married Peggy Whitney, the love of his life, on June 16, 1961 and they were married until her death on January 29, 2010. They moved to West Memphis in 1967, where he began his career as an auto body repairman. Larry had a great reputation for his work ethic and quality and for being a do-it-yourselfer. Through the years, Larry enjoyed stock car drag racing, hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles, and riding horses. He was a devoted family man who loved time with his wife, children, grand-children, and great grand-children. He valued his close friends and extended family members and enjoyed helping others. He had a love for animals and had many dogs and horses through the years. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and Western movies. His favorite music was old country and his favorite singers included Marty Robbins, Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, Charlie Pride, and Elvis Presley. Late in life, Larry accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and joined Three Trees Cowboy Church in Wynne where he loved to hear Pastor Tracy Wilson deliver God's message and Brother Chris Stover lead the music worship. One of his last wishes was to go to church one more time, and he was blessed with attending for the last time on February 13, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife Peggy Whitney Thomas, his parents; and one brother, William "Moon" Thomas.
He is survived by three children: a daughter, Debra Brasfield and two sons, Gary Thomas (Donna) and Kevin Thomas (Jennifer); six grand-children: Jennifer Carter, Cory Brasfield (Logan), Barry Thomas, Josh Thomas (Kennedi), Shawn Thomas, and Cameron Thomas; two step grand-children: Abby and Anna Nichols; and three great grand-children: Cooper Carter, Camden Brasfield, and Clarke Brasfield.
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13 Condolence(s)
Eddie Davidson
Monday, October 17, 2022
I met Larry at John Ellis Chevrolet in 1975. He was repairing my Camaro. Tall skinny and black headed. He was the best body man I've ever known. He worked on all my wrecked cars. I had a new 88 Supra with a golf ball dent in the right headlight cover. It was deep. He laid that cover on his knee and hammered that dent completely out without breaking the paint. I was trying to talk to him about some door locks sticking on my Cadillac when I found about his passing. I was crushed. I want his family and friends to know he was one of the finest men I've ever known. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Sheree Reynolds
Monday, February 28, 2022
Larry,
Thank u for always looking after me and being there when I needed u.
U have always been the best friend a girl could ever ask for. Thanks for climbing the fence. I will love and miss u forever and always.
Sheree
Barry Thomas
Monday, February 28, 2022
I am so thankful to have been blessed with you as my grandfather. I will never forget how proud I was to be able to saddle up chance and go riding with you and your friends all day long - Some of my most cherished memories pops… I know we will
be riding together again one day. Love you pops.
- Barry Alan
Samantha Neal
Monday, February 28, 2022
Many great memories on Goodwin street. You were the best neighbor and friend to so many of us. You will be missed. RIP
Terri stabbs
Sunday, February 27, 2022
RIP uncle larry, I'm sorry for your loss, lots of prayers for all of you.
Terri l stabbs
Sunday, February 27, 2022
RIP uncle larry I loved,you and aunt peggy very much,we will meet again one day. May god be by, all your family.
Jacque Miller
Sunday, February 27, 2022
Debbie I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I wish I was there for you but I can't I am sending you hugs and prayers
Love ya girlie
Jacque
Melanie Riddle Leonard
Saturday, February 26, 2022
So very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Our family sends all our love and prayers to you all.
Gary Harlow
Saturday, February 26, 2022
Sorry to see this. Yes, Larry was a great guy and I know he will be missed, prayers for the family...
Janiece Daniel
Saturday, February 26, 2022
Pops was one in 1 million IA very good Christian man I'm sure he will truly be missed he blessed our hearts with his love and kindness rest in peace Pops
Donna Thomas
Saturday, February 26, 2022
Rest In Peace Larry. You and Peggy were wonderful in laws. I enjoyed the many talks over the years. We will see you again soon! Love you, Little Donna
Debbie Hale
Saturday, February 26, 2022
So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you all
Dana Gatewood
Saturday, February 26, 2022
I'm so sorry for your loss. Larry was a good man , and he was a good friend to my dad Thomas Moss. He will be missed by many. I kniw him and dad are up in heaven talking about cars, racing and horses. My dad and Larry loved riding those horses. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family