of Melbourne, AR
July 7, 1950 - September 12, 2013
Larry Joe Guthrie, 63 of Melbourne died Thursday, September 12, 2013 in Melbourne.
He was born July 7, 1950 in Walnut Ridge and was the son of Billy Joe Guthrie and Maxine Hoggard Guthrie Smith. He was a veteran of the U S Army. Larry owned and operated Guthrie Auto Repair in Melbourne for many years. Prior to owning his own business, he worked for Walker-Creighton Ford.
He enjoyed drag racing and owned his own racing team with his son, Brad Guthrie. He also enjoyed stock car racing and all types of auto racing. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing, boating, and water skiing, especially teaching his grandchildren to water ski.
He was a Mason and a member of the Melbourne Assembly of God Church.
Survivors include his wife, Elaine Southern Guthrie; a son, Brad Guthrie and wife, Rebecca of Melbourne; a stepdaughter, Diana Stevens of Batesville; two sisters, Linda Gaston and husband, Terry of Violet Hill and Christina Guthrie of Batesville; five grandchildren, Kaylee Jo Guthrie of Melbourne, Alicia Stevens of Batesville, Dylan Stevens of Batesville, Brian Selby of Horseshoe Bend and Chad Selby of Little Rock; several stepbrothers and stepsisters; several nieces and nephews; his first wife, Wonna Guthrie; and ex-son-in-law, Clint Stevens.
He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Mary Louise Guthrie; and twin granddaughters, Kayla and Kyla Guthrie.
There will be a memorial service at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, September 22, 2013 at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home Chapel in Melbourne with Steve Stevenson officiating.
Honorary pallbearers are Ronald Moser, Charles "Ace" Grisham, Harold Burgess, and Clint Stevens.
After the memorial service, there will be a gathering of family and friends until 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Hemophilia Foundation, 351 Valley Oak Lane, Austin, AR 72007 or the charity of your choice.
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24 Condolence(s)
Charles Ace Grissom
Sunday, September 22, 2013
Larry was a Great friend and i will miss him very much he was always there if you needed him, And a fun guy to be around ,
Don Walls
Sunday, September 15, 2013
My deepest condolences. Rest in peace Larry.
Penny
Saturday, September 14, 2013
Elaine god allowed years for you and Larry to share on earth and will again. My prayers are with u.
Dan Guthrie
Saturday, September 14, 2013
Prayers and thoughts are with you, Elaine and Brad. So deeply sorry for your loss. I know I have very fond memories of Larry, as he was my Favorite cousin. Had many good times earlier in our lives.. Larry will always be nearby in our memories. May GOD BLESS. Know that Larry is in a Better Place , and at REST NOW.
Tami Langston
Saturday, September 14, 2013
Larry was a very special person. I never met him that he didn't speak to me or give me a hug. My prayers go out to this family and friends of this very special man.
Mary Page
Saturday, September 14, 2013
I pray for God's healing love to surround you
Velda Garner
Saturday, September 14, 2013
God bless you all and stand with u during this sad time love u all
Kathy Huskey
Friday, September 13, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Elaine my heart breaks for you and the whole family. I know you will all miss Larry so very much. God bless you. Kathy Huskey
Gladys Brashear
Friday, September 13, 2013
so sorry for your loss and I know no words to say that will ease your pain.if there is anything I can do please call me.
Gail Kever Reeves
Friday, September 13, 2013
I am so sorry for what you are all going through. May God lift you up and give u comfort.
Sharon langston edwards
Friday, September 13, 2013
Elaine you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Paula Carter
Friday, September 13, 2013
Gerald & Donna Byram
Friday, September 13, 2013
With Deepest of Sympathy in the loss of your loved one. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Kim Grissom-Phillips
Friday, September 13, 2013
May you rest in Peace Larry, you will be so deeply missed by so many. My prayers and condolences to the Family and his many Friends. May God Comfort you in the days ahead, give you strength and peace in your heart.
Joan Roddy
Friday, September 13, 2013
All my prayers are with you during this difficult time. Another angel watches over us.
Kathy Sheffield newcomb
Friday, September 13, 2013
Elaine, I am so very sorry for your loss. Having lost my husband 12 years ago to cancer, I know how you are feeling and there isn't anything that I can say to make you feel better or stop the hurt. Just know that your friends are here for you now and in the future. I can tell you it will get easier but it will never stop hurting. Knowing that Larry is at peace now will help some and that you will see him again one day. Larry has always been here, growing up in melbourne and he will be missed. Love you and will be praying for you and for God to comfort you and the family. Bless you kathy
Jim&Margaretta Wooldridge
Friday, September 13, 2013
so sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers
connie wheeler
Friday, September 13, 2013
so sorry for your loss, Larry was a very special person
in Christ love
Connie and steve
Roy Gonyer
Friday, September 13, 2013
Rest peacefully.
christina guthrie
Friday, September 13, 2013
Rest in peace my beloved brother.love you!!
Patti Mountford
Friday, September 13, 2013
You all are in my thoughts and prayers during the loss of Larry. Cling to the memories, they will bring a smile. Love, Patti and Ray Mountford
Suzie McLeod
Friday, September 13, 2013
So very sorry for your loss, Elaine. Thinking of you in this most difficult time. Hugs.
Elaine Guthrie
Friday, September 13, 2013
To my love.....
Paula Roddy
Friday, September 13, 2013
so sorry for your loss-our deepest sympathy
Vernon&Paula Roddy