Larry Estil Huffman

Larry E. Huffman a lifelong resident of Boonville, Missouri died peacefully on Friday evening at his home surrounded by his family, October 21, 2022. He was born on December 19, 1946, to the late Lee Thompson and Phoebe LaGrant, and later adopted and raised by Paul B. Huffman.

Visitation for Larry will be held on Friday, October 28th from 1 to 2:00 pm, at Howard’s Funeral Home in Boonville MO. Celebration of Life services will follow at 2:00 pm where friends and family are invited to come share memories and stories. Inurnment will follow in the Peninsula Cemetery with full Military Honors with family.

Larry is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Kathy Huffman of Boonville Missouri and two children: Paul (Liz) Huffman of Boonville, MO and Chrystal (Darryl) Schulte of Louisville, KY. His brother Eddie Huffman and sister Becky Huffman both of Boonville, MO.  His 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his late parents, sister Linda “Huffman” Doyle and brother Ronnie Huffman.

Larry graduated Boonville High School in 1964 and then enlisted in the Navy to serve his country. In the Navy Larry was promoted to flight deck leader and was recognized with three metals during his time in the service.

Larry was very athletic and competitive having played slow pitch and fast pitch baseball, football and was on the track team as a pole vaulter. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing pool.

Larry was a transport driver and retired from Interstate Brands, where he was recognized for having driven over two million miles.

Larry was definitely an extrovert and was extremely outgoing. He never met a stranger. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project. 

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