James Larry West
November 18, 1951 -
January 24, 2019

Visitation

January 25, 2019
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Service 

Interment

Obituary

It is with regret we announce the passing of James Larry West, age 67, of Fayetteville, TN. Larry was born on November 18, 1951 in Lincoln County, TN to William C. West and the late Mary Stevenson West. He enjoyed fishing, worked as a Facilities Engineer with Goodman and was a member of the Church of Christ. The joy of his life was spending time with his grandson and Larry was affectionately known as “Pa.” Mr. West passed away on January 24, 2019 at his residence.

Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Connie Monks West; son, Matt West of Fayetteville; daughter, Lauren Lambert and husband Joshua of Kelso; and grandson, West Nelson Lambert.

Visitation with the family will be from 5 PM until 8 PM on Friday, January 25, 2019 at Higgins Funeral Home. A private burial service was held at Pleasant Grove Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or to the Hayden C. Hammons Memorial Scholarship at PO Box 116, Fayetteville, TN 37334. Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of James Larry West.

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58 Comments

  1. LINDA S. MAY

    Dear Connie and Lauren,
    I did not know about Larry until yesterday, Feb. 1. Read about it. So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and may the Lord give all of you peace and grace .

    Reply
  2. Rexine Douthit Pigg

    Connie, Lauren, Matt, Billy & West: You are in my thoughts & prayers that God will mend your broken hearts at this sad time. I remember little Larry in grade school at Boonshill. It is obvious by these tributes he was a successful & kind man. Treasure your memories. In Christian Love, Rexine

    Reply
  3. Debbie Morris

    Prayers for the family. I worked with Larry at Amana/Goodman for many years. He was such a nice person. So sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  4. Karen Bennett

    Connie and family, Mike and I are so sorry about your loss. Prayers your way

    Reply
  5. Doris

    May your loved one rest peacefully. May the God of all comfort, Jehovah God, strengthen you during your sadness.

    Reply
  6. Doris

    May precious memories comfort you during this difficult time. May the God of all comfort, strengthen you during your sadness. (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4) According to God’s promises in the Bible, death will soon be erased forever, Jehovah God, and his beloved son, Jesus Christ, will soon make all things new. Revelation 21:3-5 (jw.org)

    Reply
  7. Kay Good

    Connie, I know how your heart is hurting, and pray for comfort for you and your sweet family. You all were fortunate to have one of the best!

    Reply
  8. Mike & Nancy Hopson

    Connie!
    It is our prayer that God of the Bible wraps His loving arms around you and gives you peace!
    Larry will be missed!

    Reply
  9. Danny and Tammy Martin

    I worked with Mr West years ago at Goodman we’ll it was Amanda. Mr West was such a sweet person. I never heard anything but nice things from him. He was a great guy. I really hated to hear he was sick and now this. I pray God bless his family and may he rest in peace

    Reply
  10. Mike and Jeanie Hyde

    We are praying for your family! So
    Sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  11. Wanda Williams

    Connie and Brother Bill, We are so sorry for your great loss. We know Larry fought a hard battle. We also know your hearts are broken at this time, May you find comfort in the Lord. Our love, Wanda and Bob Williams

    Reply
  12. Geraldine Crawley

    Connie and family so sorry for your loss of Larry prayers and comfort at this time

    Reply
  13. Betty Lou Dunivan

    Connie and Family and Mr. Bill,
    So sorry for your loss of such a fine man. I thought a lot of Larry. I know you will forever miss him. My prayers are with you! Sending you all much love!
    Blessed be
    Betty Lou Dunivan, Aimee, Jordan, and Maddie

    Reply
  14. Anthony & Kay Honey

    We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort.

    Reply
  15. Anthony & Kay Honey

    We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort.

    Reply
  16. Jim Black

    Heartbroken to hear of your loss and the passing of bro Larry! He was such a servant in our church and a dear man. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your dear family at this time.

    Reply
  17. Dennis and Marie Caldwell

    Connie, so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Prayers for you and your family.

    Reply
  18. Ronnie and Eloise Hudgins

    Connie and family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. Ronnie and Eloise

    Reply
  19. Tony and Lereca Swinford and Phil and DeWayna shelton

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of need.

    Reply
  20. Paul Braden

    So very sorry for this tragic loss. Prayers for the family. May you find peace, comfort, and healing.

    Reply
  21. Dave (Garth) and Debbie Yorba

    Connie and family, we are so sorry very sorry about Larry.. praying God’s comfort for all of you

    Reply
  22. Jim and Shirley Steelman

    Connie, Lauren, Matt, and their child,
    So sorry for Larry’s passing. I always enjoyed talking with him at the produce stand. It was great to see Larry light up whenever his grandchild was around. We look forward to seeing you soon.

    Reply
  23. John and Sandra Curtis

    Connie and family, we are so sorry for your loss! You all are in our thoughts and prayers, during this difficult time!

    Reply
  24. David Kinser

    So sorry for your loss Connie and family

    Reply
  25. David Kinser

    So sorry Connie and family

    Reply
  26. Steve and Mary Odum

    May God comfort you and your family during this very hard time in your life. I know Larry will be deeply missed!

    Reply
  27. Jeff and Pam Towry

    Dear Connie, Matt, and Lauren,
    We are so very sorry for your loss. Larry was such a sweet man. Always so kind and helpful at the produce stand. He will be greatly missed by your customers. May the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, and sweet memories of Larry’s life comfort you all at this difficult time.

    Reply
  28. Dwight Eslick

    Larry was as fine a man as I ever met. Great loss and will be missed. God bless

    Reply
  29. Marilyn and Jim Ault

    Dear Connie and family:

    Larry was a fine, sweet, humble man that lived a life of love for his family and his community. He touched everyone he came in contact with his positive attitude. We will certainly miss him. May God’s promises bring all of you peace and comfort until that day when you are all reunited in His heavenly kingdom.

    Reply
  30. Narlenne Beddingfield

    Connie & Lauren & family so sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. May God wrap his loving arms around you all & take comfort in him in the next weeks & months.

    Reply
  31. Jeannie Gallant

    I am so very sorry Connie. I am in shock. My heart aches for the entire family.

    Reply
  32. Ron & Susan Arrick

    We are so sorry to hear of Larry’s death. You have our deepest sympathy. We are neighbors of his dad- such a good man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

    Reply
  33. Gloria Hinkle Baker

    Connie, so sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  34. Dot Tully

    So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the family!!

    Reply
  35. Wanda Preston

    Connie, my heart aches along with yours and I want you to know that I am thinking of you and praying for the special kind of comfort that can only come from our Jesus. Love you!!

    Reply
  36. Ben King

    Connie – we can’t tell you how sorry we are. I count it a privilege to have known him. We have bragged on you, Larry, and your family for many years now. Lean on each other and God. Let us help if we can – we will.

    Reply
  37. Valerie Dawn Stevenson

    Prayers to you Connie and your family for your loss. I didn’t know Larry except through our family reunion’s. Sending my condolences all the same in honor of his life and all those that he cared. May you find peace through these times.

    Reply
  38. Karen Gilliam

    Very saddened to learn of your loss. May God hold you all in His loving arms, and may the memories you share bring you comfort now and in the days to come.

    Reply
  39. Rosalind Lindsey

    Larry was one of the most kindest person I worked with at Amana. Always was calm and respectful to his co-workers. He loved his family very much and you could tell.

    Reply
  40. Billy & Cindy Langford, Frances Gibson, Vera Stewart

    Connie and family, Praying for God’s comfort at this time – know you are exhausted and numb – he fought a hard fight – he loved that sweet little grandson and the joy of seeing him was a joy to all the customers and friends

    Reply
  41. Terry and Jennie (Johnson) Jobe

    So sorry to hear this. Larry was always a good friend and a pleasure to work with for more than 20 years. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  42. Christie and Jon Atkins

    We are so sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. You will be on our prayers.

    Jon and Christie (Mitchell) Atkins

    Reply
  43. Katie Womack

    Connie: So sorry for the loss of your loved one. He was a nice, friendly man at Goodman. May God put His loving arms around you during this very difficult time. I know you & your family will miss him. God bless!

    Reply
  44. Gerald and Wanda Scott

    God Bless the Family with Comfort and Peace in the Days to Come!! Gerald and I enjoyed working with him at Amana!! He was a GREAT person!!

    Reply
  45. linda f ellis

    so sorry for your loss prayers to all

    Reply
  46. Reba Seals

    Jimmy and I are so sorry to learn of your loss. Praying for comfort, peace and strength for you all.

    Reply
  47. Mary Ann Marsh

    Connie,
    I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort for all your family.

    Reply
  48. ROBIN SHELTON

    So very sorry to hear of Larry’s death. I so enjoyed chatting with him at the market. My Mom loved him at Amana and I know he will be missed by many especially little West. My love to you all.

    Reply
  49. Anne Hopkins Sanders

    Connie, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and hugs sent to you and family.

    Reply
  50. LISA REESE

    Prayers for you Mrs. Connie, Lauren and Matt.. Prayers for comfort in the days ahead

    Reply
  51. Linda Gatlin

    Sweet Connie,
    I am so very sorry for your loss of your beloved husband and the pain in your heart. I extend my sympathy to your family as well. I was shocked to hear just a little over a week ago that he was ill and the prognosis was poor.
    I know I really have no words that can comfort your heart, there is only One that can and my prayer is He will embrace and hold you and all your family close at this time and the days and weeks ahead. He is so very close to the broken hearted and those crushed in spirit. God bless you.

    Reply
  52. Carolyn Stevenson Carver

    Connie and Family: So so sorry for your loss and the pain you have been through. If there is ANYTHING we can do, please call on us. (My dad “Bud” was Ms Mary’s cousin) Love you all.

    Reply
  53. Butch & Sharon Williams

    My heart is heavy reading this but I have no doubt that Larry is now pain free and at the right hand of God. Butch thought the world of Larry and always enjoyed their visits at the market after Larry left Goodman. Our prayers are will you all. Our love, Butch & Sharon

    Reply
  54. Pete & Debbie Wells

    So very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
    Pete & Debbie Wells

    Reply
  55. Randy Delap

    Sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
    Randy and Andrea Delap

    Reply
  56. Danny and Patricia Bryant

    We are so sorry for the passing of Larry.He was a fine person and will be missed.

    Reply
  57. Lenace Hyde Vaughn

    So sorry for your loss! We are praying for your family at this time.
    David and Lenace Vaughn

    Reply
  58. Freda Kinser Blzir

    Dear Connie and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort and guide you during these difficult days. Prayers for you!

    Reply

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58 Comments

  1. LINDA S. MAY

    Dear Connie and Lauren,
    I did not know about Larry until yesterday, Feb. 1. Read about it. So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and may the Lord give all of you peace and grace .

    Reply
  2. Rexine Douthit Pigg

    Connie, Lauren, Matt, Billy & West: You are in my thoughts & prayers that God will mend your broken hearts at this sad time. I remember little Larry in grade school at Boonshill. It is obvious by these tributes he was a successful & kind man. Treasure your memories. In Christian Love, Rexine

    Reply
  3. Debbie Morris

    Prayers for the family. I worked with Larry at Amana/Goodman for many years. He was such a nice person. So sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  4. Karen Bennett

    Connie and family, Mike and I are so sorry about your loss. Prayers your way

    Reply
  5. Doris

    May your loved one rest peacefully. May the God of all comfort, Jehovah God, strengthen you during your sadness.

    Reply
  6. Doris

    May precious memories comfort you during this difficult time. May the God of all comfort, strengthen you during your sadness. (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4) According to God’s promises in the Bible, death will soon be erased forever, Jehovah God, and his beloved son, Jesus Christ, will soon make all things new. Revelation 21:3-5 (jw.org)

    Reply
  7. Kay Good

    Connie, I know how your heart is hurting, and pray for comfort for you and your sweet family. You all were fortunate to have one of the best!

    Reply
  8. Mike & Nancy Hopson

    Connie!
    It is our prayer that God of the Bible wraps His loving arms around you and gives you peace!
    Larry will be missed!

    Reply
  9. Danny and Tammy Martin

    I worked with Mr West years ago at Goodman we’ll it was Amanda. Mr West was such a sweet person. I never heard anything but nice things from him. He was a great guy. I really hated to hear he was sick and now this. I pray God bless his family and may he rest in peace

    Reply
  10. Mike and Jeanie Hyde

    We are praying for your family! So
    Sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  11. Wanda Williams

    Connie and Brother Bill, We are so sorry for your great loss. We know Larry fought a hard battle. We also know your hearts are broken at this time, May you find comfort in the Lord. Our love, Wanda and Bob Williams

    Reply
  12. Geraldine Crawley

    Connie and family so sorry for your loss of Larry prayers and comfort at this time

    Reply
  13. Betty Lou Dunivan

    Connie and Family and Mr. Bill,
    So sorry for your loss of such a fine man. I thought a lot of Larry. I know you will forever miss him. My prayers are with you! Sending you all much love!
    Blessed be
    Betty Lou Dunivan, Aimee, Jordan, and Maddie

    Reply
  14. Anthony & Kay Honey

    We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort.

    Reply
  15. Anthony & Kay Honey

    We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort.

    Reply
  16. Jim Black

    Heartbroken to hear of your loss and the passing of bro Larry! He was such a servant in our church and a dear man. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your dear family at this time.

    Reply
  17. Dennis and Marie Caldwell

    Connie, so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Prayers for you and your family.

    Reply
  18. Ronnie and Eloise Hudgins

    Connie and family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. Ronnie and Eloise

    Reply
  19. Tony and Lereca Swinford and Phil and DeWayna shelton

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of need.

    Reply
  20. Paul Braden

    So very sorry for this tragic loss. Prayers for the family. May you find peace, comfort, and healing.

    Reply
  21. Dave (Garth) and Debbie Yorba

    Connie and family, we are so sorry very sorry about Larry.. praying God’s comfort for all of you

    Reply
  22. Jim and Shirley Steelman

    Connie, Lauren, Matt, and their child,
    So sorry for Larry’s passing. I always enjoyed talking with him at the produce stand. It was great to see Larry light up whenever his grandchild was around. We look forward to seeing you soon.

    Reply
  23. John and Sandra Curtis

    Connie and family, we are so sorry for your loss! You all are in our thoughts and prayers, during this difficult time!

    Reply
  24. David Kinser

    So sorry for your loss Connie and family

    Reply
  25. David Kinser

    So sorry Connie and family

    Reply
  26. Steve and Mary Odum

    May God comfort you and your family during this very hard time in your life. I know Larry will be deeply missed!

    Reply
  27. Jeff and Pam Towry

    Dear Connie, Matt, and Lauren,
    We are so very sorry for your loss. Larry was such a sweet man. Always so kind and helpful at the produce stand. He will be greatly missed by your customers. May the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, and sweet memories of Larry’s life comfort you all at this difficult time.

    Reply
  28. Dwight Eslick

    Larry was as fine a man as I ever met. Great loss and will be missed. God bless

    Reply
  29. Marilyn and Jim Ault

    Dear Connie and family:

    Larry was a fine, sweet, humble man that lived a life of love for his family and his community. He touched everyone he came in contact with his positive attitude. We will certainly miss him. May God’s promises bring all of you peace and comfort until that day when you are all reunited in His heavenly kingdom.

    Reply
  30. Narlenne Beddingfield

    Connie & Lauren & family so sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. May God wrap his loving arms around you all & take comfort in him in the next weeks & months.

    Reply
  31. Jeannie Gallant

    I am so very sorry Connie. I am in shock. My heart aches for the entire family.

    Reply
  32. Ron & Susan Arrick

    We are so sorry to hear of Larry’s death. You have our deepest sympathy. We are neighbors of his dad- such a good man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

    Reply
  33. Gloria Hinkle Baker

    Connie, so sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  34. Dot Tully

    So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the family!!

    Reply
  35. Wanda Preston

    Connie, my heart aches along with yours and I want you to know that I am thinking of you and praying for the special kind of comfort that can only come from our Jesus. Love you!!

    Reply
  36. Ben King

    Connie – we can’t tell you how sorry we are. I count it a privilege to have known him. We have bragged on you, Larry, and your family for many years now. Lean on each other and God. Let us help if we can – we will.

    Reply
  37. Valerie Dawn Stevenson

    Prayers to you Connie and your family for your loss. I didn’t know Larry except through our family reunion’s. Sending my condolences all the same in honor of his life and all those that he cared. May you find peace through these times.

    Reply
  38. Karen Gilliam

    Very saddened to learn of your loss. May God hold you all in His loving arms, and may the memories you share bring you comfort now and in the days to come.

    Reply
  39. Rosalind Lindsey

    Larry was one of the most kindest person I worked with at Amana. Always was calm and respectful to his co-workers. He loved his family very much and you could tell.

    Reply
  40. Billy & Cindy Langford, Frances Gibson, Vera Stewart

    Connie and family, Praying for God’s comfort at this time – know you are exhausted and numb – he fought a hard fight – he loved that sweet little grandson and the joy of seeing him was a joy to all the customers and friends

    Reply
  41. Terry and Jennie (Johnson) Jobe

    So sorry to hear this. Larry was always a good friend and a pleasure to work with for more than 20 years. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  42. Christie and Jon Atkins

    We are so sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. You will be on our prayers.

    Jon and Christie (Mitchell) Atkins

    Reply
  43. Katie Womack

    Connie: So sorry for the loss of your loved one. He was a nice, friendly man at Goodman. May God put His loving arms around you during this very difficult time. I know you & your family will miss him. God bless!

    Reply
  44. Gerald and Wanda Scott

    God Bless the Family with Comfort and Peace in the Days to Come!! Gerald and I enjoyed working with him at Amana!! He was a GREAT person!!

    Reply
  45. linda f ellis

    so sorry for your loss prayers to all

    Reply
  46. Reba Seals

    Jimmy and I are so sorry to learn of your loss. Praying for comfort, peace and strength for you all.

    Reply
  47. Mary Ann Marsh

    Connie,
    I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort for all your family.

    Reply
  48. ROBIN SHELTON

    So very sorry to hear of Larry’s death. I so enjoyed chatting with him at the market. My Mom loved him at Amana and I know he will be missed by many especially little West. My love to you all.

    Reply
  49. Anne Hopkins Sanders

    Connie, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and hugs sent to you and family.

    Reply
  50. LISA REESE

    Prayers for you Mrs. Connie, Lauren and Matt.. Prayers for comfort in the days ahead

    Reply
  51. Linda Gatlin

    Sweet Connie,
    I am so very sorry for your loss of your beloved husband and the pain in your heart. I extend my sympathy to your family as well. I was shocked to hear just a little over a week ago that he was ill and the prognosis was poor.
    I know I really have no words that can comfort your heart, there is only One that can and my prayer is He will embrace and hold you and all your family close at this time and the days and weeks ahead. He is so very close to the broken hearted and those crushed in spirit. God bless you.

    Reply
  52. Carolyn Stevenson Carver

    Connie and Family: So so sorry for your loss and the pain you have been through. If there is ANYTHING we can do, please call on us. (My dad “Bud” was Ms Mary’s cousin) Love you all.

    Reply
  53. Butch & Sharon Williams

    My heart is heavy reading this but I have no doubt that Larry is now pain free and at the right hand of God. Butch thought the world of Larry and always enjoyed their visits at the market after Larry left Goodman. Our prayers are will you all. Our love, Butch & Sharon

    Reply
  54. Pete & Debbie Wells

    So very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
    Pete & Debbie Wells

    Reply
  55. Randy Delap

    Sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
    Randy and Andrea Delap

    Reply
  56. Danny and Patricia Bryant

    We are so sorry for the passing of Larry.He was a fine person and will be missed.

    Reply
  57. Lenace Hyde Vaughn

    So sorry for your loss! We are praying for your family at this time.
    David and Lenace Vaughn

    Reply
  58. Freda Kinser Blzir

    Dear Connie and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort and guide you during these difficult days. Prayers for you!

    Reply

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