Larry Burns Brooks

Larry Burns Brooks of Iuka, MS, 86, passed away peacefully at St. Francis Hospital on Sunday, June 28th, 2026. 

 Larry was born in Dresden, TN to Joe David Brooks and Elise Caton on December 27th , 1939. He was raised in Memphis, TN where he graduated from Central High School, lettering in football, baseball and basketball. After high school he proudly served our country in the Marine Corps.

 Larry married Nancy Faye Cook on October 8th , 1962 and together they raised three children. Like all good Eagle Scouts, he valued God, our country and his family. He coached his son’s baseball and basketball teams, often traveling for tournaments. He loved the outdoors; hunting, fishing, camping, water skiing and riding his Harley. He traveled with his family over most of the United States including trips to Yellowstone National Park and an annual trip to the Florida Keys.

 Larry owned B&B Appliance Heating and Air. Later in his career he worked for and retired from the City of Memphis. During his retirement he fished daily, weather permitting, and was often joined by friends and family. He kept a vegetable garden, grew flowers, planted fruit trees and kept the birds fed. The Bluebird was his favorite. He shared much wisdom through lessons and stories from school experiences, teachers, friends and just living a great life.

 Larry is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 63 years, Nancy, sister Nancy Bunch, brother David Brooks and grandson Ryan Brooks.

 He is survived by his sister Carolyn (Wilson) Harville, his children Kimberly (Pascal), Bryant (Leslie) & Caton (Diane). Cherished by his grandchildren Garrett (Caristy), Hunter (Anna) Raymond (Kate), Elise, Daniel, Rachelle, Caitlin, Hillary (Jessica), Zadie and his great grands Cal, Claire, Elijah, Evelyn, Lennon, Luke and his nieces Lisa, Susan, Debra and nephew Chuck.

 Visitation will be held at Bowlin Funeral Home in Dresden, TN on Friday, July 10th , 2026 from 12noon until service time at 2 pm. The burial will follow in Sunset Cemetery.