1958
Larry
2009
Larry Altis, Sr.
April 29, 1958 — January 21, 2009
Altis Sr., Larry D., 50, of Christiansburg went to be with the Lord our Savior on Wednesday, January 21, 2009.
A devoted husband, father, pawpaw, son, brother, and friend to many. He was preceded in death by his father, Herbert W. Altis.
Leaving behind his wife of 30 years, Shirley Altis, the love of his life. Larry was a loving husband who showed loyalty, love, friendship and devotion. He also leaves behind his three children, Cheryl Clark and Milton of Roanoke, Larry Altis, Jr. and Kerri of Pulaski, and Jeanette Crouse and Christopher of Christiansburg. Eight grandchildren, Gavin Clark, Isabella Altis, Keyser Crouse, Kylee Crouse, Miranda Altis, Aeris Crouse, Darrell Altis, Jovie Crouse, and his mother Hazel Altis of Shawsville. And, his faithful companion, Brutis.
A father who was loving, generous, caring and fair, who taught his children the way of the Lord and how to be a kind, decent person. A very loyal and talented husband, father and best friend. A simple man with simple ways and a “Good Man” as so many would say. A man who would give you the shirt off his back, always willing to lend a helping hand. A pawpaw who always had a smile on his face and a treat in his hand when he seen his grandchildren. He also enjoyed participating in auctions and was an avid NASCAR fan.
The family will receive family and friends, Friday, January 23, 2009, from 5:00 until 8:00 PM at Horne Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, January 24, 2009 in the Horne Funeral Home Chapel, conducted by Rev. Matthew Kirkland and Rev. George Bulson, III, with interment to follow in Roselawn Memorial Garden. In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made to the family to help offset expenses.
A devoted husband, father, pawpaw, son, brother, and friend to many. He was preceded in death by his father, Herbert W. Altis.
Leaving behind his wife of 30 years, Shirley Altis, the love of his life. Larry was a loving husband who showed loyalty, love, friendship and devotion. He also leaves behind his three children, Cheryl Clark and Milton of Roanoke, Larry Altis, Jr. and Kerri of Pulaski, and Jeanette Crouse and Christopher of Christiansburg. Eight grandchildren, Gavin Clark, Isabella Altis, Keyser Crouse, Kylee Crouse, Miranda Altis, Aeris Crouse, Darrell Altis, Jovie Crouse, and his mother Hazel Altis of Shawsville. And, his faithful companion, Brutis.
A father who was loving, generous, caring and fair, who taught his children the way of the Lord and how to be a kind, decent person. A very loyal and talented husband, father and best friend. A simple man with simple ways and a “Good Man” as so many would say. A man who would give you the shirt off his back, always willing to lend a helping hand. A pawpaw who always had a smile on his face and a treat in his hand when he seen his grandchildren. He also enjoyed participating in auctions and was an avid NASCAR fan.
The family will receive family and friends, Friday, January 23, 2009, from 5:00 until 8:00 PM at Horne Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, January 24, 2009 in the Horne Funeral Home Chapel, conducted by Rev. Matthew Kirkland and Rev. George Bulson, III, with interment to follow in Roselawn Memorial Garden. In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made to the family to help offset expenses.
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