of Benton, AR
May 25, 1939 - July 2, 2011
Larry Neal Shaw, 72, of Benton, passed into eternal life with his Lord on Saturday, July 2, 2011. He was born May 25, 1939 in Sweet Home, Arkansas, to Ralph and Dorothy Shaw. He married the love of his life, Elizabeth (Liz) Shaw on May 25, 1957 and enjoyed 54 wonderful years of marriage. They were blessed with two children, Teri L. Gates and Larry (Kip) Shaw, Jr., who further blessed them with four grandchildren Nicole Gates, Ryan Shaw, Jason Gates and Nick Shaw, and one great-grandchild, Ryland Shaw. Also surviving him is his sister Patsy Cliff, and niece Tisha Deason, and his spiritual daughter, Sharon Gayle Newman and her husband, Larry, and three spiritual grandchildren, Shawna Singleton, Heather Smith and John M. Newman, and many other special nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Larry was a retired Master Electrician and Maintenance Director for Flake & Kelly Properties. He loved to study his bible and share it with others and made an impact on many lives. He had a special love for people and never met a stranger. He was loved and respected by everyone and we miss him already. Heaven's gain is our loss.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, July 4, 2011, at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, (501)455-5800.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, at Family Church in Bryant, with Pastor Perry Black officiating. Burial will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park.
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7 Condolence(s)
Nancy Harrell Cypert
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Dear Elizabeth, Patsy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Larry's death. I am thinking of
you and praying for you during this time.
So sorry we haven't kept in touch all these years. Things like Larry's death brings back alot of good
memories. Love to all of you, Nancy Harrell Cypert
Pastor Perry & Janet and the Family Church Staff
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
No words can express how much Larry will be missed. Our hearts are deeply saddened for those he left behind but we rejoice for Larry and the immeasurable joy that he has entered.
Larry leaves behind a legacy of faith that has impacted anyone who knew him. Our prayers are with the family and so many others who will miss him.
Cliff Herndon
Monday, July 4, 2011
I was so sad to hear of your passing, you will not only be missed by me but so many that you have touched their lives. You were my mentor when I first came aboard Flake & Kelley. You have fought a courageous battle and now you are in Gods house. My condolences to to the entire family.
Heather and Daniel Smith
Monday, July 4, 2011
Pepaw Shaw, as we called him, was one of the greatest men I have ever known. It is such a blessing to have been able to know and love him. I am not his biological grandchild, but both him and Memaw Shaw have always treated me as their granddaughter. I love you Pepaw Shaw and I can't wait until the day that I see you again!
Pat Lewis Duncan
Monday, July 4, 2011
Dear Liz...I was so sad to read in the paper this morning of Larry's passing. It took me back to the days where I first shared friendship with you and Larry at 1st Church. I know God will sustain you and your family through this deep loss.
Sharon Newman
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Larry is already terribly missed by all. My heart actually aches just to hear him and see his face light up when he sees you. When I first met the Shaw family Larry & Liz not talked the talk but they have walked it. Larry was always encouraging everyone to know what they believed and why they believed it - in other words study the Word. For the first time in my life I was able to see a man who not only spoke the word but actually walked in it - he had the love of God in his heart and would share it with everyone. If you had a problem he always took you to the Word and shared it from his heart. He was a true soldier of Christ and he has won the battle. I look forward to the day when I can see his handsome face again. I love you Larry Shaw.
Robert & Liz Johnson
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Oh, what a wonderful man heaven has received!!! God blessed this world with Larry for many years so that he could bless so many of us with his pure soul, smile, and his laugh I can remember so well. And oh how he loved to share the word of the bible! The love he had for people was amazing as he was. He was one of the best men God has ever placed in our lives. We will never forget him and all that he's done for us and the impact he made!!! We can't forget the woman that helped make him and all that she done for my life! I will forever be grateful for the both of you!!! Liz and family, if you need anything, please know we are here. God has one of his biggest fans with him. Heaven won't be the same! I mean that in the best way possible. Luv and many blessings to you and your family. Robert n Liz