Mr. Larry Lee Outen born on February 24, 1957 to the late Arthur Lee Outen Sr and Marie Smith Outen, departed this life on May 14, 2021 at Duke Hospital.

Larry attended Durham Public Schools, he worked for Burlington Industries several years prior to working for the City of Durham for 26 years until he retired. Larry loved his children and family, but also preferred time alone. He loved working on cars and small engines, and could be found washing and polishing his own at any given time. He had a green thumb like no one else and loved working in the yard, pruning, mowing, and cultivating his plants. And whose life would be complete without a furry companion? Larry loved dogs. He had many, but a few stand out and his heart broke when they passed. Larry also welcomed any opportunity to offer words of wisdom to his children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, or even a passing stranger. If he felt there was a better way of doing something, he'd let you know it. Larry was there for others, even after his health declined he would go out of his way to be of help. He will be greatly missed by his friends, family and all who knew him.

He leaves behind his children: Larry Matthews (Tina), Rebekkah Dean (Dale), Brandon Outen (Jamie), Kitora "Nicole" Downey (Adrian), Ryan and Brian Outen, Alyssa Outen, and Dakota Blankenship. Larry also leaves behind his ex-wife and close, loving friend, Vicki Outen Elli. He is preceeded in death by his siblings: Linwood Smith, Arthur Outen Jr, (Vip), and Robert Outen (Bad Bob). He leaves behind his siblings: Norman Smith of Washington, DC, Vanessa Butler, Earlene Nicholson (Michael), Frizzell Outen of Portland, Oregon (Susan), Linda Evans, Robin Leathers, Michelle Outen (Al), and Tina Outen. Larry is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and family.

Funeral service will be held at First Pentecostal Church, 2008 Carver St., Durham, NC on Friday, May 21, 2021, 1:00 pm, visitation service from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm. Burial will be at Beechwood Cemetery.

Masks are to be worn, social distancing required at all meetings, visits and services. All acts of kindness are appreciated.

Flowers will not be accepted on behalf of the family at Holloway Memorial Funeral Home. The family will advise you where to send flowers.