Mr. Herbert Lawrence Litten, 89, of Grenada, passed away Monday, April 17, 2023 at his residence.  He was born September 14, 1933 in Grenada to Everett Calvin and Kate Ione Connor Litten.  Lawrence honorably served our country in the US Navy as a Navy SEAL during the Korean War.  He was deeply committed to the Boy Scouts of America having attained the honor of Eagle Scout and he was also inducted into the Order of the Arrow.  Lawrence enjoyed working as an electrician for many years and later owned and operated Litten's Grocery for over 27 years.  He thoroughly enjoyed studying history and genealogy and was a member of the Yalobusha County Historical Society and the Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp.  Lawrence was honored to have served as Chaplain of both organizations.  He enjoyed fishing in his spare time and was a gifted story teller who always could put those in his presence at ease.  Lawrence was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and enjoyed attending and worshiping with fellow believers.  While his passing leaves a hole in the hearts of those who loved him, we find comfort in knowing he is at peace and at home with his Savior.

Family and friends will gather for visitation from 12:00 – 1:00 PM Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service.  Immediately following visitation, a graveside service will be held at the Gore Springs Cemetery with Rev. Aaron Chapman officiating.

Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Betty Litten; daughter, Lois Gaskin(Don) of Grenada; son, Lawrence Litten, Jr.,(Cindy) of Grenada; and three grandchildren, Anna Gaskin, Laura Gaskin and Kristin Christmas.

He was preceded in death by his parents and nine siblings.

Johnny Chamblee, Fred Dunn, Andy Fly, Carl Morris, Phillip Penn and Larry Ralston will honor Lawrence by serving as pallbearers and carry him to rest in the Gore Springs Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to Calvary Baptist Church or Hebron Baptist Church.

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).