Larry Buel Bowling

On December 26, 2024, Larry Buel Bowling, age 82 of Ferrum passed after a short illness. Larry was the son of the late Buel and Ethel Bowling. He is survived by his sisters, Dale and Dawn of Chester and DeAnne (Steve) of Greensboro, NC; and special friend, Joyce Bowling of Ferrum. He was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Bowling; sister, Bettie Willson and friend, Donald Moore. While Larry did not have children of his own, he had a host of nephews, nieces, great and great-great nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

Larry attended Ferrum College and joined the Army and served in Germany. Upon moving to the Richmond area, he worked for Philip Morris and retired from the Virginia Employment Commission as a systems development manager in information technology.

Larry was quiet, attentive and interested in what people were doing. Family was very important to Larry and he was always available for a good conversation. Larry enjoyed spending time at Leesville Lake. A Celebration of his life will be on July 21, 2025 at Leesville Lake. Contact mhbowling1968@gmail.com for more information. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.