Larry Wayne Lilly Jr, age 54, of Sherwood, Arkansas passed away on August 21, 2023. He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on March 2, 1969 to Larry Wayne Lilly Sr and Regina Ann Harkness.
Larry worked at the Arkansas Otolaryngology Center for 25 years. He also owned his own company called Not Just Another Comic Con. His business hosted many Comic-Cons and other conventions that opened doors and introduced thousands to the world of Comic-Cons. He loved his company, and those who worked with him became a part of his family. Larry enjoyed collecting comic books, Disney memorabilia, and many other types of collectables. He had a gentle soul and always greeted everyone with a smile. He loved Disney and vacationed and spent many holidays there.
Larry is preceded in death by his mother Regina Nixon; maternal grandparents James Ray Harkness and Janet Harkness; and paternal grandparents Elvie Lilly Sr and Catherine Lilly.
He leaves behind his father Larry Lilly Sr (Susie); brothers Sean (Becky), Jason (Tisha), and Philip (Tamera); very close friend and coworker DeLaine Martin; and many more friends and extended family that shared his passion for Comic-Cons and collectibles.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Memorials can be made in Larry’s honor to his favorite charity, Heroes and Angels in Cabot, Arkansas.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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I have known and worked with Larry for 5 years. He was always such a kind soul. I do & will miss him greatly.
Larry was so sweet he always had a smile, and he is missed. RIP Larry.
You’ll be missed Larry!
You’ll be missed here at AOC! We love you Larry
I have worked with Larry for 19 years. He was always so kind and helpful. He will be greatly missed.
We miss you, Larry.
I miss seeing Larry at his desk each morning. It just doesn’t seem right that he’s not there.
I’m sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. I enjoyed working with him this summer. He was such a kind person and will be missed.
Larry, your friendship and support through the years can only be described as priceless. You were the first con director to take pity on me and did everything possible to help make HACC a success every year. I have always been in awe of how calm and reassuring he always was no matter how chaotic the situation. The world is definitely a little darker without him here. Much love, always, we’ll do our best to make you proud.
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