of Harrison, AR
October 12, 1955 - February 16, 2023
Larry Don Griffith, age 67, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away Friday, February 16, 2023, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Larry was born September 12, 1955, in Wichita Falls, Texas, the son of Coyt Griffith and Loyce Dixon Lloyd. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Jeannie Decker, his father-in-law Ray Kirkland, his brother-in-law Brian Hicks and his longtime friend, Buddy Trotter.
Larry moved with his parents to Fayetteville, Arkansas, in elementary school. As a kid, he worked with his dad, who taught him how to work heavy equipment. In 1980, Larry moved to Harrison and started Griffith fencing and welding. He built fences all over the area and surrounding states. He married the love of his life Tracy in 1999. Larry loved rodeo and horses. He was a bull rider, bullfighter, and later a pick-up man.
He retired from fencing in 2015 when he began his journey for a new heart. In January 2019, Larry was blessed with a transplant. He spent the next four years working cattle and riding the tractor. He worked alongside his sons, Tee and Drew, as much as they would let him. He kept Austin Pratt on his toes and the phone as much as he could. He made sure he attended all of Maggie's events, even when the doctors told him he couldn't. Larry loved his family. His kids and grandkids were his greatest joy, and he rarely missed anything they did. He spent countless hours at the sale barn with friends, and you always saw him with a glass of unsweet tea.
Larry is survived by his wife, Tracy, of the home; sons and daughters-in-law: Tee and Angie Griffith of Harrison and Drew and Courtney Griffith of Harrison; daughters: Manda Griffith of Niangua, Missouri, and Maggie Griffith of Harrison; 13 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren.
Visitation was Monday, February 20, 2023, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home/
Graveside service was Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Maple Leaf Cemetery, with Gene France officiating.
Pallbearers: Jeff Knight, Austin Pratt, Danny Howell, Gus Howell, Jimmy Kirkland, Shawn Campbell, and John Heuer
Honorary pallbearers: Baptist heart transplant team
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31 Condolence(s)
Patrick Harry
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
So sorry to hear this. I learned ao much growing from Larry and Lefty. I really admired him growing up.
My prayers for all of you and the family.
Beverly Jackson
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
I am Maggie's residence director. She is such a sweet girl. My heart hurts for all of you. You've been in my prayers and will remain there.
Debbie Dickens West
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Tracy, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kimberly Smith Truelove
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Larry was a kind and loyal person I saw at school and alot at my cousins, the Tomlinson. He was a true cowboy.
Bruce & Cindy Stafford
Monday, February 20, 2023
Praying for your family
Kelly Martin
Monday, February 20, 2023
Tracy praying for you and yours. Larry was a great man and we are privileged to know him. Much love.
Rob and Stephanie Tanner
Monday, February 20, 2023
Larry was so kind hearted and full of life. Praying for peace and comfort for you during this very difficult time in your lives.
Gerald and Jeannie King
Monday, February 20, 2023
Larry was one of a kind for sure, always kind words and telling stories and we had many. We spent many many hours working cattle, horses and haying. What laughs we had and I can see you and Buddy up there telling big stories today.
Our prayers are with each of you, may you find comfort and peace.
JR. BAILEY
Monday, February 20, 2023
A wonderful friend. Dang near grew up together. His dad was living with my parents when I was born, and wouldn't you know it,,,,we had shared birthdays. July 12. Miss you my friend. Not shared birthdays with Larry. Coyt and I.
Cheryl Harp
Monday, February 20, 2023
You are missed Larry! Always a wonderful man! Praying for your family
Billy Edwards
Monday, February 20, 2023
Tracy, TEE, Drew, Amanda, Maggie, and all of Larry’s family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Larry was always nice and kind to me. Last time I saw him at JJ’s with Austin, he told me some good tales, and made me laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Billy Edwards
Kathy Parker
Monday, February 20, 2023
Since he fought bulls at our FFA rodeo...that's about 45 years...Larry and I were friends. He and Keith are probably catching wild cattle today. They are riding the best horses, the loops always fit, the ground is smooth and flat and the temperature is perfect.
Rob and Stephanie Tanner
Monday, February 20, 2023
Larry was so kind hearted and full of life. Praying for peace and comfort for you during this very difficult time in your lives.
Ann Lemley
Monday, February 20, 2023
Tracy and family I am so very sorry for your loss. May God bring comfort and peace amidst this storm.
Ann Lemley
Tiffany D Gardner
Monday, February 20, 2023
Larry was one of a kind. We loved him as our own family. So sorry for your loss. We already miss seeing him every morning. White Oak on 7 South, will NEVER be the same. Prayers for all who loved him.
Wade Roper
Monday, February 20, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this. They are never easy especially when they are like Larry was ,, a great person all the way around and a great cowboy, he will definitely be missed by many.
Spanky Stafford
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Very Sorry for your loss, We will have your family in our prayers. God Bless you all in this difficult time.
Amy Manns Gasaway
Sunday, February 19, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Dennis and Teresa Gale
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Tracy and Family,
We are so Sorry Larry was taken, to us, too soon. But The Lord has his plan for each of us and just have peace knowing Larry has No more Pain. I know he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you. Sending Love to the Family.
Sincerely,
Dennis and Teresa Gals
Gary and Sherry Lippe
Sunday, February 19, 2023
We will really miss Larry, he was one of a kind.
Tom and JoAnn Tice
Sunday, February 19, 2023
We are so very sorry for your loss. Larry was a kind man. We sure enjoyed all our travels to all the baseball games for Skyler and Matt , those were fun days. Great memories! You all are in our thoughts and prayers!
Frank Harvey
Sunday, February 19, 2023
I will miss you very much. Rest in peace.
David L. Bright Sr.
Sunday, February 19, 2023
So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and friend. Your all in my prayers for strength and comfort. May our God give you peace.
Angie (Burris) Miller
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Larry will be greatly missed. I remember many days spent with him and Dennis building fence all over Harrison. Such good memories!
American Cowboys Rodeo Association
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Tee and Drew, we are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Jim Carter
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Sorry for your loss Larry was a great friend
Brenda Brown
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Rest in peace Larry
David and Nadean Raney
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Tracy and family
So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Sending prayers of comfort and peace!
Fran and Jason Langston
Sunday, February 19, 2023
We are so sorry. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Landon T. Sullivan
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Shavon Bright
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Our family enjoyed Larry so much. He was a great friend, listener, and storyteller. The kids never went without candy and I can’t recall a time I have ever seen him without a smile or ornery grin on his face. He will be greatly missed, but well Remembered.