Larry Materry Moore

Larry “Pepper” Moore (age 29) of Grand Rapids was remembered by family and friends for the warmth and presence he brought to those closest to him. Known affectionately as "Pepper," Larry was a beloved son to Sylvia Moore and a cherished brother to his siblings. His family gathered to celebrate his life on July 24, 2017 at New Community Church, where those who knew him shared memories of his laughter, companionship, and the small daily comforts that made him a steady part of his community.

Though his life ended unexpectedly on July 16, 2017, the notices and remembrances left by friends and relatives emphasize the personal connections he built — the nicknames, the family ties, and the steady place he held in the lives of those closest to him. Survived by his mother Sylvia and his brothers and sisters, Larry’s passing brought together relatives and friends who honored him with stories, music, and the practical support families give each other in times of loss.

Those who attended his celebration of life recalled a man whose presence mattered in ordinary ways: as a brother, a son, and a friend. Friends signing the online guest book remembered him simply as "Pep" or "Pepper," a sign of the affection with which he was held. The gathering at New Community Church offered family and friends time to grieve together, to offer condolences, and to remember the everyday moments — the conversations, the jokes, the shared meals — that made Larry an important and loved member of his family and neighborhood.

Larry’s family invited those who wished to honor his memory to join them at the service and to keep his loved ones in their thoughts in the weeks following his passing. In the years since, the brief but meaningful public record of remembrances stands as a reminder that Larry was known and loved by a circle of people who continue to carry his memory forward.