Larry Dean Hope, 68 of Shelby, NC, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his family and friends on March 16, 2018 at the Huskey AFL Home, Shelby, NC, his residence for over 5 years. He was born on November 26, 1949 in Cleveland Co. NC. There are wonderful and Godly things that can be said about Larry Hope. He was definitely a man of God that loved people, his socialization with others and getting out in the community was everything to him. Everyone that knew Larry loved and respected him. He was a good storyteller, his stories were always interesting and captivating. He said that he had many careers in life but his proudest endeavor was his boxing career. He was a champion in his boxing life and in his real life. He was a good man that will be deeply loved and remembered by everyone that knew him in his life.

SURVIVORS: Caregivers: Chris Huskey and wife Janice, Shelby, NC

Sister: Shirley Broadham

Brother: James Hope

Host of Nieces and Nephews

GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Tuesday, March 20, 2018 2:00 P.M.

Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

Rev. Michael Owens, officiating.

VISITATION: Immediately following the service in the cemetery.

INTERNMENT: MOUNTAIN REST CEMETERY, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA

MEMORIALS: LIfe Enrichment Adult Day Health Care Center, 110 Life Enrichment Blvd, Shelby, NC 28150

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ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA