Larry Allgood
Age - 75
November 18, 2023
Larry Edward Allgood, 74 of Ashtabula, departed this life on a new journey unexpectedly, Monday, November 13, 2023, following a short illness at Ashtabula County Medical Center. He was born on November 18, 1948, in Winchester, Tennessee, the son of Walter and Flora Edna Mae (Taylor) Allgood. Larry graduated from Franklin County High School in Winchester. He was a member of Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church, Winchester, Tennessee until he moved to Elyria, Ohio. Larry was married to the love of his life for 52 years, Arlena (Murphy) Allgood. Through their union they were blessed with five children, fourteen grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. He loved sharing the good times with family and friends. No one was a stranger to him. Larry had many talents- grilling, fishing, cooking, and participating in bowling, pool, and sports leagues. Larry began his work career at a young age under the apprenticeship of his father. He was an expert bricklayer and concrete finisher. He was self employed for many years as Allgood Construction Company. He also worked at various chemical plants. Prior to retiring from Avery Dennison on December 1, 2010, he worked for Diamond Shamrock, Elkem Metals, and Vygen. Larry was past Worshipful Master of Simon Cyrene #104. He taught the young men his brick and concrete masonry skills through Omega of Ashtabula County. He was a Ashtabula Midget League Football coach when his kids were young. He was also a member of the Army Navy Union, Garrison #411 (ANU) and the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. Larry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Arlena; children, Larry (Beverly) Allgood, Jr. of Rock Hill, James "Darrell" (Melissa) Allgood of Three Way, TN, Sean (Heather) Allgood of Ashtabula, and Courtney Danielle Allgood of North Kingsville; siblings, Margaret McFarland of Lorain, Linda Allgood of Oberlin, and Jackie Allgood of Elyria; god-children, Jay Callaway, Missy Callaway, and Darlene Jones; and a host of grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Corey Allgood; grandchildren, Shalisa Renee Allgood, Tyler Grubb; siblings, Walter Allgood, William Allgood, Dorothy Reed, Mildred Allgood, Freddie Allgood, Wayne Allgood, Carolyn Allgood-Hill, Arlice (Maxine) Trimble, Benita Allgood, Lonnie Allgood, Margie Allgood-Gray, as well as two in infancy; his mother and father-in law, Alberta (Wilkes) and David Murphy; and his parents. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at 12PM at The Greater Miracle Temple Church of God in Christ, 319 Lake Ave. , with his nephew Orlando Algood pastor of the Original Church of God In Christ in Elyria, Ohio with be officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens in North Kingsville, Ohio. Calling hours will be held on Saturday from 10AM until the time of service at 12PM. Zaback-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 500 W. Prospect Rd. , Ashtabula is handling arrangements. Online obituary and condolences at www. ducro. comShow more
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