Obituary
Larry Dennis Runyan of Trumann departed this life Sunday, July 30, 2023 at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, AR at the age of 75 years, 5 months and 18 days. He was born February 12, 1948 in Rector, AR to the late Lester Runyan and Ethelene Brandon Runyan. He was a “Jack of all trades”. He was owner of L & W Flea Market and Auction, a school bus driver, gas station owner, worked at Craighead Electric and ran a Jonesboro Sun route. He loved junk-in and was a NASCAR enthusiast. He was preceded in death by two sisters, one brother and his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Patricia Runyan, a son, Wesley Runyan both of the home; three sisters, Barbara (Dennis) Farmer of Marmaduke, AR, JoAnn Diehold of Phoenix, AZ and Linda Young of Choctaw OK.
The family will receive friends Thursday, August 3rd, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann, AR. A Celebration of Life will follow in the Chapel with the Rev. Darrel Miller and Rev. Nathan Russell officiating. Burial will follow at Pine Hill Cemetery in Jonesboro.
Active Pallbearers are: Corey Overstreet, Denny Ward, William Runyan, Wendell Hart, Richard Wright, Markus Lamar, Ernest Campbell and Clarence Parrish. Honorary Pallbearers are: Allen Farmer, Phillip Ward, Steven Hamilton, Paul Runyan, Anthony Williams and Steve Runyan.
Online guest book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net
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Service Details
Public/Visitation
August 3, 2023
Thompson Funeral Home
Trumann, AR
(870)483-6311Funeral Service
August 3, 2023
Thompson Funeral Home
Trumann, AR
(870)483-6311Guest Book
"Uncle Larry, I don't think I ever knew you drove a school bus. So maybe that's why I do it now and love it. You have forever been my favorite uncle. I love you and will miss you forever. However I know your body is no longer in pain and you are once again whole. I'm so glad that last day I visited you that you were sassy enough to know I was there, and were able to stick your tongue out at me and do our selfie picture. I smile just thinking of that. I have many wonderful memories of you that I will cherish for the rest of my life. But our selfie pictures are the ones that make me laugh. May you rest in peace now Uncle Larry and know you are missed and loved by so many people. I love you!
Denise Farmer, Paragould, AR August 1, 2023
"Prayers to all
Gary Russell , Trumann ArAugust 1, 2023
"I am so sorry for your loss. I keep you close in my heart during this time.
Lisa Kihlstadius, Ravenden August 1, 2023
"Lots of thoughts & prayers to Momma Pat & brother Wesley!! We love y’all!! I know GOD will comfort you both during this sad & difficult time!!
Chris & Alesia Kinsey, Trumann July 31, 2023
"So sorry for your loss. He was great man and I miss his auction. Y'all be in my thoughts and prayers and loving hugs sent y'all way
Jessie and Jerry Smith , Marked Tree July 31, 2023
"Pat and Wesley, I'm so sorry for your loss. May God be with you thru this sad time and give you comfort and peace. Love and prayers.
Shelia Hancock, Wetumpka, AlabamaJuly 31, 2023
"We love and miss you already!
Tammy , TrumannJuly 31, 2023