Larry Adam's Funeral

Today we gather to honor and celebrate the life of Larry Adams — a man whose foundation, whose very heartbeat, was his family and his faith.

When you look at the way Larry lived, you see a man who poured himself into the people he loved. He didn’t just speak about love — he demonstrated it daily, quietly, consistently.

Larry was a devoted father. He cherished every project and every shared moment with his son, Roy. The times they spent working side by side weren’t just about fixing things — they were about building something far greater: a bond that will last far beyond this life. And with his beloved daughter Jennifer, Larry treasured every moment, every conversation, every opportunity to simply be present. His love for his children was steady, deep, and unmistakable. His family was his pride, his joy, and his greatest blessing.

Larry’s grandchildren held a special place in his heart. He loved making memories with them – laughing, playing games and teaching them life lessons that helped shape character and make a lasting impression in them. He wasn’t just a grandfather, he was a teacher, a guide and a friend.

He loved spending time with his nieces. He enjoyed their company and the joy they brought.

Larry loved working on his GTO. The sound of an engine roaring to life that he had worked on was something he loved. Being a mechanic wasn’t just a job for Larry, it was a craft that he took great pride in.

Larry cherished spending time with his brother and sister, sharing stories, reliving memories, and celebrating the bond that held them together.

Through all of life’s up and downs, Larry remained a man with a listening ear and a generous heart. He showed his love in the everyday moments, the quiet acts of care and service that he did. He gave of his time freely.

Larry found great joy and strength from his family.

Larry truly loved his family, but Larry’s devotion did not stop at home.

For 43 years, Larry was a faithful member of Liberty Baptist Church. Forty-three years of commitment. Forty-three years of service. Forty-three years of showing up.

Larry was, above all else, a servant.

He served with humility and without fanfare. For many years, he ran the sound system — working behind the scenes so that others could hear the message of the Gospel clearly. He didn’t need to be in the spotlight; he was content making sure everything worked the way it should.

He served as a Servant and a Trustee, a Sunday School director, and a teacher — shaping lives and guiding others in their faith. He was a vital member of the building committee, helping lay not just physical foundations, but spiritual ones. He ushered. He served on the finance and personnel committees. He kept the church van running so that others could get where they needed to be.

If something needed to be done, Larry was there.

He was faithful. Giving. Honest. Kind. Helpful. Loving. A truly good man.

And what stands out most about Larry’s service is that he didn’t do it for recognition. He did it because he loved the Lord. He did it because he loved his church family. He did it because serving was simply who he was.

Faithfulness over decades is no small thing. It’s built in early mornings, late nights, in moments when no one is watching. Larry’s life was a testimony of steady commitment — to his family, to his church, and to his God.

Today we feel the weight of his absence. The pews will feel different. The projects, the meetings, the quiet acts of service — they will all remind us of him.

But we do not grieve without hope.

Because the same Savior Larry served so faithfully for 43 years has now welcomed him home. We can almost hear the words spoken over him: “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

Larry Adams leaves behind a legacy — not just of work done, but of lives touched. Of children loved well. Of a church strengthened. Of faith lived out.

May we honor him not only with our words today, but by following his example — loving our families deeply, serving faithfully, and walking humbly with our Lord.

Larry’s work here is finished. His faith has become sight. And though we will miss him dearly, we rejoice in knowing he is finally home.

There was a time in Larry’s life that he realized that he was missing something. He realized that he was missing his relationship with God. He realized that he needed to repent and put Jesus Christ as the Lord of his life. Larry realized that only Jesus could fix what was missing in his life. It was at that time in his life that Larry surrendered to the call of God on his life and he was baptized here at Liberty Baptist Church. It is because of this decision to receive Jesus as his Lord and Savior that today we are not saying goodbye, we are saying, until we meet again in heaven. Those of us who have made the same decision that Larry did, we will get to see him again. If you have never made that decision for yourself, the good news is that it is not too late. You can repent and receive Jesus as your Lord and Savior today. All you have to do is talk to God and tell him you are sorry for your sins, and that you believe that Jesus is His Son, and that He came and died for our sins, and rose on the third day, and is now at the right hand of God. You can do that from your seat today. Then you too will get to see Larry again one day. Praise God for His Son, for His mercy and His grace.

Today as we remember Larry, we honor the legacy that he leaves behind. A legacy of love and loyalty. A legacy of service to his family and to God. He gave us a great example of being there for the people he loved.

Let’s pray