Larry Harmon Smith

Larry is survived by his wife, Keren Poe Smith; children, Megan Smith (Hershel), Kelly Bradham (Drew), Shannon Fitzpatrick (Erin), Brigdon Foster (Christie), Bennett Foster (Jenny), Susanna Brown (Daniel); siblings, Randy Smith (Beverly), Lee Smith (Kimberly), Linda Stringfellow (Wally), Gary Smith; grandchildren, Elijah, Breeanna, Marlowe, Clementine, Emelia, Brooklyn, Collins, Linus, Connor, Brigdon, Corban,and Morgan Larra. He is preceded in death by parents, Geoffrey and Myra Smith.

Larry was born, along with his identical twin brother Gary, on December 25, 1957 in Orlando, FL to Geoffrey Edward and Myra May Smith. He graduated from University of South Florida in 1986 with a degree in Computer Engineering. He married Keren Poe Smith in 1998. Keren and Larry created a beautiful blended family of 6 children, 12 grandchildren and memories that will last a lifetime. Larry was a valued employee of Florida Fish and Wildlife.

Larry was an accomplished water skier, snow skier, and often enjoyed the weekend with his brothers at their hunt camp in Georgia. He loved taking his family on trips to the Florida Keys and the Colorado mountains, where he shared his passions for the outdoors with those he loved the most. Larry also cherished the time he spent as Head Coach at Bayshore Little League and was so proud of his players, and grateful to have had such an impact in their lives. He was the most kind, generous man who loved with his whole heart. Larry left a lasting impression on those he met and will forever shape the lives of those who have been fortunate enough to have known him.

A funeral is scheduled for September 17th, 1:00 pm, at Bayshore Baptist Church – all are welcome to celebrate Larry’s life and masks are required. A graveside service directly following, for immediate family only, at Myrtle Hill Cemetery, 3:00pm. Pastor Billy H. Poe will officiate the ceremony. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Bayshore Baptist Church https://pushpay.com/g/bayshorebaptistchurch?src=hpp , Bayshore Little League (https://www.bsll.org/Default.aspx?tabid=2699804) , and Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Tampa Bay (https://bbbstampabay.org/give/). Larry’s family would like to thank friends and family for the outpouring of love and prayers, all of the meals, and support throughout this difficult time. They would also like to thank the healthcare heroes for their tireless efforts and care.

~With love from the Smith family.