Larry Cooper Darnell, 58, of 302 Grant Street, passed away early Sunday morning, January 24, 2010 at his home. A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, January 27, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens. A native of Rockingham County, Mr. Darnell was born March 21, 1951 in Leaksville. He was a 1969 graduate of Morehead High School and attended UNC-Chapel Hill. He remained an avid Carolina fan. Larry attended Osborne Baptist Church and was a retiree of Dupont, Inc. More recently he was the owner and operator of a cleaning service. Surviving is his mother, Garnet Hudson Darnell of Eden; brother, Gary Darnell and wife, Pat; nephews, Jason Darnell and wife, Brent of Greensboro and Richie Darnell and wife, Farrah of Eden; three great-nieces and two great-nephews; uncle, Edd Thompson and wife, Mary; and aunt, Maxine Hudson, all of Eden. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Darnell. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the home of his brother, Gary, 1989 River Chase Drive in Eden. Memorial donations may be made to Osborne Baptist Church, Building Fund, 326 E. Stadium Drive, Eden, NC 27288. Online condolences may be offered to the Darnell family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Gary and Pat, I was so sorry to see the orbituary on Larry today. Pat, it's been a while since I have seen you. I remember Larry well from school. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. Frances Lewis Brown
Frances Lewis Brown
So sorry to hear this news! You all are in my thoughts and prayers! Love, Jennifer Griffin
Jennifer Griffin
We were very saddened to hear about the loss of our wonderful family friend. He had a great personality and always a smile every time we saw him. He always was positive and was very happy. He is the kind of person other people should strive to be like. He will be missed by us very much.
The Gideon Family,Sharon,Jason,David & Rachael
Garnet and Gary I just found out about Larry. I am so heart broken about the news. Larry was like a brother to me. High School was such a great time for me because I had such a great friend in Larry. As long as the GOOD LORD lets me live I will always remember the hours we spent together. The countless hours playing croquet with Raymond and Larry will be a time I will never forget. We had so much fun doing that. I pray for the day when we three can be together again and battle each other again . O how great that time will be. My Love to you Eddie Fretwell .
Eddie Fretwell
I am so sorry to hear about Larry. We went to school together, and only smiled and waved at each other at church. He was such a nice and polite person. I don't know what to say, except all of you are in my prayers. And God be with you.
Toni Moseley-Carroll
To the Darnell Family- we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Larry was a very kind man and always had a smile on his face. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!!
Shane and Janet Woodall
Garnet and Gary, Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy. I have fond memories of Larry from childhood. He and I were often paired together versus Wayne and Gary; we always had a great time. Saw Larry recently for the first time in many, many years and we had a nice reunion. It is true that friends made in childhood remain forever. May God grant your family His peace. Paul Thompson, Jr.
Paul Thompson. Jr.
To the Darnell family, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. I was a classmate of Jason's. May God bless you during this time of grief.
Scott Hall
My thoughts are with the family.
Judy Joyce
Gary & Pat & Family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Larry and want you to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May the Lord wrap His loving arms around you and give you the peace and comfort you need. Love, Philip, Tolana, & Marley Grace Brown
Tolana Brown
Gary and Pat (as well as Mrs. Darnell--mother), Accept my condolences at the unexpected death of Larry. Prayerfully, Marcia
Rev. Marcia McQueen
I am truly shocked and saddened of the news of Larry's passing. He and I were great friends through high school. I will never forget the early mornings before school at the Darnell's house, the wonderful hospitality from his mom, Larry playing a few 45 records, and then the short walk to Morehead. And fun weekends at the Darnell's watching classic ACC basketball games and then out to the yard for a game of croquet with his dad Raymond. What memories. Great friends are never forgotten, never. My sincere condolences to his wonderful mom Garnet and brother Gary.
Steve Sumpter
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Janice
Janice McCormick
My deepest sympathies are with you all.
Sarah Crowder McClure
I am so sorry for your loss.
Daphine M Vernon
Our deepest sympathy to Larry's mother and brother and family. As we are in our 80's, for about five years Larry was a great source of help to us. We looked forward to seeing him every other Thursday. His cheerful kindness was such a blessing. We are truly saddened at his sudden passing and will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at your terrible loss. Barbara and Bert Gillespie Greensboro, NC
Bert and Barbara Gillespie
I send you my thoughts and prayers during this loss. Larry was a terrific person and enjoyed what he did in life. I best remember him in his teens as baseball pitcher, he was awesome on the mound. Prayers and love send to comfort you during this time.
Tommy Griffin
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