Roope, Larry Wayne
Larry Wayne ‘Dirty Larry’ Roope, 69, of Pulaski passed away November 16, 2020 with family by his side. Born March 3, 1951 to the late Estel E. Roope and Nellie McDaniel Roope, he was also preceded in death by his sister Nancy Roope Spraker and her husband Richard.
Larry is survived by his loving wife, Rachel Roope, and beloved dog, Sadie Jane. He was Dad to Bradley Roope and Hillary, Thomas Phillips and Melinda, John Lewis Phillips and Jessica, Deanna Roope Alls and Brent. He was PawPaw to Katelynn, Samantha, Maddison, Cory, Alivia, Jesse, Cooper, Tucker, Peyton, Lennon, Caylix, and Caiya. He was the baby brother to Donald E. Roope and Bessie and Sue Roope Shores and Larry. He will be missed by numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and family members.
Larry was a graduate of Dublin High School Class of 1969 and New River Community College. He was an employee at Radford Foundry and retired from Volvo Trucks. Larry always found the humor in everything! He was always telling inappropriate jokes and stories. That’s how he got the nickname ‘Dirty Larry’. Larry loved the outdoors and spent time hunting and fishing. He especially loved going to The Cabin in Grayson with family and friends. One of his most memorable trips was during the summer when he chased Brad and Thomas with a black snake.
The family will have a private service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hunters Helping Kids, 4039 Black Hollow Road, Dublin, VA 24084.
The Roope family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford. www.mullinsfuneralhom.com
David Myers
November 18, 2020 @ 9:34 am
I remember Larry I graduated in 69 with him! Good guy sure he will be missed! God Bless and keep his family during this time!
Lisa Dillon
December 2, 2020 @ 8:26 am
I’m so sorry for the family’s loss, I worked with Larry for many years. He was the best boss and friend a person could ever ask for. Larry and Rachel lived just a few houses down from me for years. Couldn’t have asked for better neighbors either. A person only meets a few good people in their lifetime and I was certainly blessed to have shared some time with this wonderful man and family. I know he Is not in pain now and for that I am glad. Larry fly high in Heaven and just know that you were a blessing to many people over the years. May God bless your family as they continue with their journey without you near. RIP Larry Roope now spread your wings and fly …