Larry Eugene Wilson, age 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Clinton healthcare and Rehab. in Clinton, Missouri. A Graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, July 6, 2026 at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton. Memorial contributions can be made to the National Parkinson's Foundation and may be left in care of the funeral home.

Larry was born on March 20, 1945, to Eugene and Elberta Strickland Wilson. He grew up in Clinton and graduated from Clinton High School. On May 14, 1972, he married Paula Mallett.

After retiring from Walmart Automotive Department, he could be seen around town mowing lawns. Larry loved to hunt and fish his entire life, including turkey and duck hunting. He would share his bounty by holding many fish fries over the years.

Larry is survived by Paula, his wife of 54 years, sons Marty Wilson (Tammy) of Urich and Shawn (Amanda) of Gillette, Wyoming, a grandson, Kyle Wilson and his sister, Ronda Novitsky (Richard). He is also survived by his nephews and many cousins and friends.

Larry is preceded in death by his parents and a step-grandson, Kyle Bower.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.