Larry Richard Black
August 8, 1944 ~ July 29, 2015
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Larry Richard Black, 70, of Asheville, died on Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at the Elizabeth House.
A native of Asheville, he was the son of the late William Earl and Pauline Black. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Hopkins Black, who died in 2007, sister, Betty Jane Clark, and brother, Joe Black.
Mr. Black worked in maintenance for Buncombe County Schools. He also worked as an auto mechanic. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church.
Mr. Black is survived by his daughter, Lisa King and husband Tracy, of Leicester.
A funeral service for Mr. Black will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday at Grace Baptist Church, with the Rev. Nathan Pruett officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
His family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Grace Baptist Church Youth Group, 718 Haywood Rd., Asheville, NC 28806.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
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Lisa, So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He and your mother were our dear friends and we loved them so much. He is in a much better place now and is with your Mother as he has longed for since her passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My heart and prayers are with you now and in the coming days. The pain of letting go is our selfishness for we should celebrate. So hard to do.
My heart goes out to you and I am so sorry for your loss Lisa and Tracy! You are our thoughts and prayers!
Lisa and Tracy,Sending our deepest sympathy
May looking back in memories help comfort you during this difficult time… .
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with you and Tracy.
our loving friend for over 50 years, We had so many special times with both of them. our heart is with you during this difficult time.
I enjoyed stopping by to say hi and getting to know you a little bit Mr. Black.. Rest in Peace…Your daughter has always been a friend to me.. I’m glad I got to know you sir.. Prayers for the family.. especially you Lisa.. <3
I am so sorry to hear about your father’s passing, and to learn about your mother’s passing away some time ago. He was a kind and generous man with a sweet spirit. I enjoyed getting to know your parents over 30 years ago when I came to Grace Baptist as choir director and youth minister for a short time. Prayers to you, Lisa, for God’s peace and strength.
Our prayers are with your family.
God will carry you through this psinful time, and he will mend your aching heart. You are in my prayers.
Lisa and family, Sorry for your loss. Larry and I went to school at Valley Springs. He was indeed a kind and generous man. I also worked with his brother, Joe, at CTS. Call me if you ever need to talk. (684-0589) God Bless You. You will be in my prayers. Roger and Donnie Corn Grindstaff Arden, NC
Keeping both you and Tracy in my prayers, Lisa. I know your heart hurts, but I pray you find comfort in knowing you will have a happy homecoming with your mama and daddy one day! Love you dearly.
so sorry for your loss
Lisa and family,
I am so sorry, I just now heard that my buddy had passed. Please know you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I was his neighbor growing up.