Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at First Methodist Church in Grenada for Mr. Larry Morgan Carson, who lived a long and meaningful life of 82 years, and died peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday, March 23. Burial will follow in Wayside Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until the time of service on Thursday, March 27, at the church.
Larry was born on Dec. 29, 1942, in Grenada County, the son of the late Earl Frank and the late Edna Morgan Carson. He was a United States Army veteran serving from 1967-69, and saw active duty in Vietnam from 1968-69. Upon his return home, Larry joined the Jones and Laughlin Steel Service Center in Memphis, Tenn., as a sales representative. During his time at J&L Steel, Larry was the top sales representative, and in 1977, was inducted as a charter member of the division’s “Number One Sales Club.” He was one of 10 sales reps chosen from the 250-member service center sales force for this honor. In 1980, Larry joined with his former boss to form Delta Metals, Inc., of Memphis, Tenn. He served as vice president and sales manager until his retirement in May of 2021.
Larry was a friend to all who knew him. He knew the joy of many friendships and was a devoted husband and father who enjoyed the simple pleasure of caring for them. Though a quiet and humble man, Larry taught by example how to love and care for others and each other. Larry especially loved family gatherings and trips to the beach with his children and grandchildren.
Larry spoke loudly through the quality of his life. He was always there for his children, supporting and coaching them in all their activities and sports. In 1986, Larry was instrumental in bringing USTA/Volvo Tennis to Grenada. He formed the first men’s tennis team from Grenada Country Club, and in 1987 they were the District Champions, State Champions and Southern League Champions. They then competed in Las Vegas, Nev., where they placed third in the USTA/Volvo National Championship. Through his many years of participation in youth sports and tennis, Larry is fondly referred to today as “Coach.” He also had a passion for Ole Miss sports and was a season ticket holder to everything Ole Miss.
A cancer survivor for more than 35 years, Larry proudly supported and raised money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. In dedication to the youth of the community, Larry was honored to serve as the 2012 Charity Ball King for the Junior Auxiliary of Grenada. Larry was a member of First Methodist Church in Grenada.
In addition to his parents, two brothers, Wayne Carson and William “Bill” Carson, preceded Larry in death.
Larry was happily married to Rebecca Tribble Carson for almost 51 years. Together they created a loving home and a strong work ethic balancing home and work life. Survivors include, his wife, Becky and two children, Tara (Andy) Cote, and Joel Linton Carson. Larry also leaves behind four grandchildren, Haley Morgan Cote, Linton Park Carson, Carson Thomas Cote and Logan Neff Carson.
Pallbearers will be Lynn Carson, Craig Carson, Cody Carson, Chuck Rose and his grandsons, Linton Carson, Carson Cote and Logan Carson. Honorary pallbearers will be Morris Caver, Steve Howard, Pat Carr, Steve Harrison, Don Gober, Glenn DeHart, Dr. Ronnie Philley, Dr. Joe Messina, Tommy Ray, Devo Lancaster, Buddy Pender and Robert Lynn Rose.
Online condolences can be expressed to the family at www.mckibbenandguinn.com
McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada is in charge of arrangements.
