Mr. Larry A. Pickle, 74, of Grenada, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital – North Mississippi in Oxford.  Larry was born on November 14, 1950, in Grenada, Mississippi, to Connie Lee and Winnie Lee Smith Pickle. A proud patriot with a deep love for his country, he honorably served in the United States Army as a Military Policeman. Following his military service, Larry built a successful career as a truck driver, dedicating over 30 years to AAA Cooper Transportation.

Larry lived a life marked by faith, service, and love for his family. As a devoted member of Friendship Baptist Church, he exemplified the heart of a servant, always ready to lend a hand and support his church community in any way needed. His faith was the foundation of his life, and he lived it out through quiet strength and humble service.  Known as the cherished patriarch of his family, Larry took immense pride in supporting and encouraging his grandchildren, never missing a chance to be present in their lives and activities. His love and guidance will be remembered for generations.  A gifted storyteller, Larry had an extraordinary ability to captivate those around him, filling every room with laughter, wisdom, and warmth. His presence was a gift to all who knew him.  He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, church family, and all who were blessed to know him.

Funeral services will be held at Noon on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Friendship Baptist Church in Grenada with Rev. Tim McCaffrey and Rev. Sherman Barnette officiating.  Interment will follow in the Grenada Memorial Garden.  The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until service time Saturday at Friendship Baptist Church.

Survivors include his loving wife, Dorothy Lee Pickle; sons, Jeff Pickle(Lisa) and Tracey Pickle; sisters, Paula Pickle Prewitt and Bernice Pickle Newman; nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Lena Pickle Dowdle and Faye Pickle Walls and brothers, C.D. Pickle and J.W. Pickle.

Samy McCracken, accompanied by Larry's nephews, will honor Larry by serving as pallbearers and carry him to rest in the Grenada Memorial Garden.

Memorials may be directed to Gideons International.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mckibbenandguinn.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada, (662-307-2694).