Larry L. Shears
Larry L. Shears, 80, of Marietta, died Tuesday, October 9, 2018. He was born on January 18, 1938 to Florence and Gilbert Shears.
Larry was retired from the Local 168 Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Union. He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force and was a 20-year volunteer football coach for the Harmar Hawks.
On December 9, 1959 he Married Carolyn M. Hammond of California who preceded him in death on October 23, 2016.
Surviving are his children Larry D. (Shari) Shears and Kimberly L. Shears, as well as, grandchildren Emily A. (Travis) Ball and Mindy M. (James Tyler) Clagg. Larry had many special friends and loved ones.
According to his wishes, he will be cremated and a graveside service will be held on Saturday October 20, 2018, at 11:00 am at Gravel Bank Cemetery with military honors. McClure-Schafer-Lankford is assisting the family.
In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Larry’s honor to the Marietta Community Foundation.