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Obituary: Charles Larry Sproles

Larry was born September 24, 1938 in Bonny Blue, Virginia
Posted at 9:49 AM, Dec 31, 2019
and last updated 2019-12-31 11:49:03-05

Charles Larry Sproles, known to many as Larry, passed away December 24, 2019.

Larry was born September 24, 1938 in Bonny Blue, Virginia to Elmer Peters and Hazel Suttles. After graduating from Dayton Ohio High School, Larry joined the United States Air Force in 1960. He served Honorably at Malmstrom Air Force Base until his discharge in 1964.

In 1963 he married Nelle “Dody” Ellen Agre, together having a son Brian. Larry was known and the “candy man” as he worked with vending machines until his retirement in 1997. He was also a widely known musician. In his earlier years, Larry was a singer and recorded songs in Nashville, TN.

Larry was a proud member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles since 1976, serving as MTN regional president, state president, local president, and a 2-time state trustee, and member of the Grand Aerie Hall of Fame. Larry will be highly remembered for his work with Red Cross in New York helping during 9-11.

To read the complete obituary and share condolences, visit the Croxford Funeral Home website.