Larry Joseph Smith, 73, of Dunbar, passed away Saturday, December 22, 2018 at Hubbard Hospice House West, after several months of declining cardio/pulmonary health.

He was born on June 3, 1945 in Dunbar, to the late Delmar and Evelyn Smith.

Larry was a life-long resident of Dunbar and attended the Dunbar Church of the Nazarene. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was a former employee of Union Carbide and American Viscose. He loved life, family, friends, fishing, new cars, fast cars, and most of all, old cars. In fact he loved anything that had wheels and a motor. He was unique and back in his day he lived life to the fullest.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his great-niece, Lucy Erin Smith; and his brother-in-law, Darrell Stinnett.

He is survived by his daughter, Kristi Joi Smith and fiancé Gregory Aaron McLaughlin; grandchildren, Braydon Layne Walker, Kinslee Joi Walker, Rhys Morgan McLaughlin; his life-long best friend and brother, Denny Smith and wife Donna; sister, Connie Stinnett; nephew, Tim Smith and wife Gwen; nieces, Robin Webb and husband Rusty, Diane Carey and husband Andy, Jodi Cavender; five great-nieces; six nephews; and his special cousin, Bobby Dodson.

The family would like to thank Denny and his wife Donna, who were his primary caregivers in his declining months. The family would also like to thank Larry's good buddy Jerry Blankenship, who visited and gave him emotional support through some of his darkest hours. Lastly, thanks to all the friends and family members that supported Larry through their daily prayers.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 26, in Grandview Memorial Park, Dunbar, with Rev. Greg Hudson officiating. Entombment will follow in Grandview Memorial Park, Dunbar.

Arrangements are in the care of Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.