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Obituary For Mr. Larry Eugene Diggs
Mr. Larry Eugene Diggs went home to be with the Lord on October 5, 2026, at WFBH High Point Medical Center. He was born on October 16, 1952, to George and Clara Diggs, who both preceded him in death, and brothers Charles, James, Melvin, and Lester Diggs.
Larry graduated from T. Wingate High School in 1970. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he served for four years. Following his military service, he worked as a service technician at Piedmont Natural Gas Company for many years before retiring.
Serving the community was always one of Larry's greatest passions. He volunteered at Hospice and the Heart Center. His love for the youth inspired him to volunteer at Welborn Middle School. He attended most city council meetings, where he made numerous suggestions to improve the city and community. Eventually, he decided to run for a seat on the city council.
His love for music inspired him to sing in the Messiah with the Mary P. Brown Community Choir. As a faithful, dedicated member, he also sang with the Word of Life Church Choir. He spent many joyful hours listening and singing along with his favorite oldies goldies.
Larry truly loved the Lord and enjoyed talking with anyone and sharing his views about life and the Bible. Everyone who knew Larry loved him. He was always polite, considerate, and kindhearted, and he was willing to lend a helping hand, often with a smile. His hobbies included bowling, water aerobics, fishing, and traveling.
Larry was married to the love of his life, Elvenia Diggs, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by a stepson, Michael Harris (Regetta); grandchildren, Nadiyah, Elijay, and Aniya all of Kernersville, NC; three sisters, Patricia Smith, Bertha Lilly from High Point, NC; and Selena Barr of Greensboro, NC; one brother, Pastor Ronald L. Diggs (Joyce) of High Point, NC; one sister-in-law, Teresa Bennett of High Point, NC; a special niece, Rene Littlejohn of Greensboro, NC and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be held Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. at Word of Life Tabernacle Church, 1801 Deep River Road. The family will receive friends at the church from 3:00 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. Interment will be held Monday, October 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will be meeting and greeting friends & visitors on Friday, October 9, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at Word of Life Tabernacle Church in the Sullivan Building. Cards and Food can be brought at that time.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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Ronald E Mock planted 5 trees in memory of Mr. Larry Eugene Diggs . - October 10, 2026
Our thoughts and Family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you. We have such fond memories of Larry as a neighbor and friend. He will truly be missed.
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Bro Larry had become a true friend of mine, a gentle giant in words in his words and deeds! He loved God with all his heart and people too. For him to have sight impairment I would see Larry everywhere; walking to volunteer at the School on Mountleu Street, Volunteering at HPMC hospital and at multiple bus stops. We worked together at the Family Life Center at Word of Life and he did everything by the book. He was a pray warrior and a bible thumping brother. He will be missed with his gentle, pleasant spirit! I am praying for you my Pastor Diggs and the entire Diggs family as you travel through the process journey of grief! Knowing that Larry's precious memories and quality you all spent together, God will give unto you beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for your mourning and the garment of praise for your spirit of heaviness. (Isaiah 61:3) Ameñ!
I didn't know Mr Larry Diggs... But I am a follower of Word Of Life... To The Diggs Family I send My Deepest Condolences To The Family...God Bless You 🙏🙏🙏🙏
I am sorry to hear about my long time friend. Larry had a beautiful soul, he always had a smile on his face. He will truly be missed, and condolences to his family
My sincerest and deepest condolences for the loss of Brother Larry Diggs. He was a quiet and always kind. My prayers for the family.
Sending love your way to whole family and praying for you. God Bless...
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Our sincere condolences to the Diggs family. Our hearts share in the grief with your hearts during this difficult time in your life. It has been a pleasure to have been acquainted with Mr. Larry Diggs. He was a kind and gentle soul. Soft spoken and polite. We will miss him dearly. His presence on the choir and other gatherings. Rest in your heavenly home now brother Larry. Earth has no sorry, that heaven cannot heal. Family please know you are dearly beloved and our prayers and thoughts are with and for you in the coming days, months and years for the Prince of Peace, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to sustain you. With all our Love, Rudy and Loretta Hampton
Larry and I were coworkers at Piedmont Natural Gas .He had the most gentle spirit and I never heard him say an unkind word about anyone.We had many discussions and Larry always understood what the heart was enduring.He truly was a man of faith and it was one of my greatest honors to have him as my friend.God speed, Larry.Heaven has been truly blessed as you were called home.
RIP Larry praying for the Family love always. Desiree Boulware❤❤
My Prayer and Condolences to the Diggs family. A blessing to everyone he met.
Larry attended the Visually Impaired Variety Program offered through High Point Parks & Recreation. I met him in 2021 when I started leading this program and he was the first person to introduce me to other members of the program. Whenever we shared in a meal together as a group Larry would lead our prayer. He was light for Christ and a light in our group. I remember we went to the Putt Putt Tournament and he won a trophy. He was shocked but they way he received the trophy and was congratulated, it was with such a kind a humbling spirit, like a kid who got a really neat gift! He smiled so bright, I'll never forgot that. I spent time talking and eating with Larry at the Lions Club Picnic on September 19 and in that moment did not know this day would come so suddenly, when I heard he had passed. I'm grateful to have known Larry, to have spent time with him and to be impacted by his presence, love for the Lord, and always looking out for others. I am so grateful God is drawing near to Larry's family and friends as we grieve his loss.
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May God comfort and keep each of you. You are always a Loving and Caring Family of God. We thank God for sharing Larry with us.
God Bless each of you.
Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green
Praying for the Diggs, Smith, and Lily family. Larry was nice and always hugged us when he saw us at church. There was never a time that he didn't remember my family during the Christmas season and send us a Christmas card. He will be missed by his family, friends, and church family. Lovingly, Thelma, Donna, and Paula Thomas
I am deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Larry. He was a good, guiet soul, loved singing, talking to people. You will be greatly missed. To the entire family, I send prayers, praying for comfort and strength. Cherish all the wonderful memories that all had shared. God Bless each of you. Rest Larry, your labor here is done.
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