Larry Joe Kelley, age 39, passed away October 15, 2015 at his home in Columbia, Tennessee.
Larry was born in Columbia, Tennessee on July 9, 1976 to Earl Stanley Kelley and Iris Ragsdale. Larry worked for many years as a factory worker, driving a Tow Motor. He also worked as a carnie for years. For years he travelled around with the carnival setting up games. Larry had a big heart that was full of love. He loved life and all it offered; he enjoyed travelling, eating, shopping, drawing, and Eminem. Most of all he loved his family. His family and friends would call him “Little Drama” and he was known for his funny selfies to amuse his kids. He enjoyed taking his nephew X’Zayden bike riding and walking. Larry will be dearly missed by those that knew him.
Larry is survived by his: daughters: Majestic Kelley of Columbia, TN, Larisa Kelley of Brentwood, TN, and Jordan Kelley of Columbia, TN; son: Dillon Kelley of Columbia, TN; sisters: Stacy Sullivan of Columbia, TN and Nancy Slaughter of Santa Fe; nieces: Destiny Kelley of Columbia, Kellie Chatman of Columbia, TN, Emily Lumpkins of Santa Fe, TN, Jessica Jones of Columbia, TN, and Stephanie Jones of Franklin, TN; great niece: Bray Lynn Kelley; and great nephew: X’Zayden Pulce; he is also survived by many great nieces , nephews and cousins.
Larry is preceded in death by his brother Arthur Slaughter, Jr. and cousin Jonathan Long of Columbia, TN.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 Monday, October, 19, 2015 at Williams Funeral Home in Columbia, Tennessee.
Williams Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences can be given to the family online at
www.williamsfh.com