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Obituary For Larry Lee Outen
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.
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I've had the privilege to call Larry my Father in law for 20 years. He's always been so supportive of us and our kids. Anytime I needed him he's been there and has never interfered in our marriage. I love and respect him. He will be greatly missed. It has been a blessing and honor to have him in my life. {Jamie Outen}
My deepest sympathy to the my deepest sympathy to the family our prayers and thoughts I with you rest in peace my brother brown
My condolences to the Outen family. Keeping all in my thoughts and prayer. Anita
You always was hard on me never understood it then but I listen when you thought I didn't what we had no one can and never change our Bond we made ..It was times I needed my car and didn't have the money but my Dad would always make sure I had a good source of transportation you would talk and let me know you how fell but at the end of the day you would fix my car no charge..You should me how to work on cars ..But would always say you a cook you not working on car you to clean .Lol ..I'm working on them now Dad my truck fix man...Love Dad
Rest well brother aka "Dog". I am going to miss you coming to my house every day asking me to cook your rice, eggs (with a whole stick of butter and bottle of black pepper) banner sausage, and salisbury steak. Oh, and I can't forget eating half my loaf of bread every time you came. You fought a good fight, now take your rest. I will miss you. You will forever be in my heart. Tell Bad Bob and Mama I said hey and I miss them too! -Earline
Rest well brother aka "Dog". I am going to miss you coming to my house every day asking me to cook your rice, eggs (with a whole stick of butter and bottle of black pepper) banner sausage, and salisbury steak. Oh, and I can't forget eating half my loaf of bread every time you came. You fought a good fight, now take your rest. I will miss you. You will forever be in my heart. Tell Bad Bob and Mama I said hey and I miss them too!
Will always Love you Dad!! Your Twin (Rat Bone)
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