Larry Lee South, age 77 of Miles City passed away on June 16, 2018 at his home with his family by his side.
Larry was born in Blue Springs, Nebraska in the back seat of a Cadillac to Erwin and Francina South but he never owned one. He has four siblings Donnie, Ronnie, Patty, and Roger. When Larry turned three years old his family moved to Miles City where he grew up and stayed. He enlisted into the United States Navy on January of 1959 and was active until April of 1963 when he served in the Naval Reserves for four more years. Larry was a barber to many people around town for 54 years. He was committed to his clients and loved to share jokes and tell stories. He married the love of his life Dori in July of 1964, and in his words the best thing him and Dori ever did was have two children, Teza and Mike. In his younger days he was active in the Miles City Jaycees, jitterbugging (he could have given Dancing With the Stars a run for their money), playing pool, when he wasn’t busy with that or cutting hair, his love was to be with family. Whether it be watching horseracing, fantasy football (team “Clippers” with his son Mike), walleye fishing, camping, or just sitting on the porch drinking his velvet 7’s telling stories, it was with his family was where he wanted to be. He loved his family so much there was only minimal complaining (with a twinkle in his eye and a smile tugging at the corner of his mouth) about every stray animal that his wife or kids brought home.
Larry is survived by his wife Dori South; his siblings Patty (Ron) Williams and Roger (Barb) South; two children Teza (Jeff) Holland, Mike (Tanya) South; grandchildren Michael (Tina) Poppert, Alexandra Holland, Ethan Poppert, Jake Kruger, Katelin South, Shealee Holland; and numerus nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Erwin and Francina South, his brothers Donnie and Ronnie, and his granddaughter Angel Holland.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 21, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Graveside services with full military honors will be held on Friday, June 22, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Eastern Montana Veteran’s Cemetery in Miles City. Should friend’s desire, memorials may be made to the Veteran’s organization of their choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
11:00 a.m.
Friday June 22, 2018
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
259 Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT 59301
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday June 21, 2018
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
11:00 a.m.
Friday June 22, 2018
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
259 Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT 59301
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday June 21, 2018
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
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Shelley Killen says
Dori, Teza, Mike and Families,
So sorry to hear or Larry’s passing you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tanna says
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Wallick says
I always enjoyed talking with Larry, He really was a great guy. . I had haircuts from him when I a child and I was not very cooperative. Sorry for your loss, Dori and family.
Dave & Jean Wheeler says
Sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. He was a great friend and will be missed dearly
Vikki Bradley says
Dori and family thinking of all of you at this difficult time. Sending prayers your way.
Dale & Vikki
Katelin South says
My grandfather was an amazing man who cared about his family tremendously. I love you grandpa and you will be missed.
Cynthia says
My heart is so sad for your loss. We are praying for you. Cynthia. Dave. Ethan Luke and Aaron
Diana Stieg says
So sorry to hear about your loss…
Toni Stookey says
Dori and Family, so for your loss, prayers being sent your way….
Toni Stookey says
Dori and family, I’m so sorry for your loss..prayers for you all.
Kim Smarsh says
Dori, my deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Hold your memories close and each other closer.
Kim Stanton says
Dear Dori and Family,
We’re so very sorry to learn that Larry passed. We have such fond memories of him cutting the boys’ and Dan’s hair. He gave Kyle his first professional haircut and when Kyle was older, Larry teased him “nice crop” about his curls! He was always so good to our family. Sending prayers for you all as you grieve the loss of a “one of a kind.” He will be missed.
With loving sympathy,
The Stanton’s
Kevin and Sheila Krausz says
Sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. He will be missed!
Berta Cauthron says
Sad to learn about this. The South family was full of good people with good hearts. Good memories.
Dean Holmes says
Larry always had time to share his thoughts with me in his barber chair. A fine guy. He will be missed.
Christopher Taylor says
Sorry for your loss. I had many haircuts and conversations with Larry. He will be missed.
Joe Groh says
Dori,Mike,Teza and families my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alandra Hill says
Dori, Teza, Mike & families,
Sorry for your loss of Larry. We hold your family close to our hearts, and in our prayers.
Bill & Alandra
Dale and Judy Bollinger says
Dori and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth Ann says
So sad to read of the loss of Larry. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Garth Sleight says
For oh-so-many years my go-to barbers were Larry South at Recreation Lanes or Joe Goldade on Main and and 8th. I really enjoyed being at Larry’s shop. The sound of the bowling balls in the background is something I will always remember. Larry was a very good barber and had a regular stream of loyal customers! I can also say that Larry was very proud of his family. He enjoyed giving me updates on what his wife, kids, and grandkids were doing. I had the privilege of having Dori, Mike, and Tanya as students at MCC. They were all a delight to have in class. My heart goes out to all of the South family at this time of sadness and loss.
Eileen and Vern Entzel says
Dori, Teza, Mike and Families
Larry touched many lives and will be remembered by many people. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Maureen O'Reilly says
Dori, I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
JOBY PARKER says
Dear Dori & family,
My very deepest sympathy to you and all your family. I didn’t know your husband but he must have been a great person. Thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers always!
Hugs my friend,
Joby Parker
Lana Rae says
Dear Dori, I am so sorry to read of Larry’s passing. You are a brave, strong woman, but I know there is pain. I with you the very best. Know you are loved and kept in my heart.
Lana Rae
Mary Kasten Kings Grube says
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers going up for your family.