Larry Henley

Birth date: Jun 30, 1937 Death date: Dec 18, 2014

Nashville Singer-Songwriter Larry Henley died in Nashville on December 18, 2014 at the age of 77. He was born on June 30, 1937 to Carl and Helen Henley. Larry was the “falsetto” voice in the popular 60’s group, The Newbeats. He w Read Obituary

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Mark W. Graves

52w ago

I remember Larry would always stop in Shreveport, when he could, to visit when while on his way back to Nashville. He would go home to visit his mom, my Aunt Qupie, my mother's sister, Larry's Aunt Daisy an Uncle Gus. He wouldn't get to stay long, but he stopped, and we would all sit around telling stories and reminiscing of days gone by. He truly was a gentle soul. Of all the times I got to see him, no matter the level of his life and success, he was always humble, caring and loved us all just like we saw each other every day. Love You Larry, been missing ya since you been gone, but we'll see each other again, I'll meet you all at the gate ...

Love Ya,
Mark Graves
151 Platt Drive
Haughton, Louisiana 71037

Patricia Farley

327w ago

I believe Larry was a friend of my late husband Lloyd Farley (deceased 27 July, 1983). Lloyd visited him in February, 1983 near the Gulf of Mexico on a yacht there. Today I am reminded of this visit because I watched 'Beaches' and the song was such a sweet memory of Lloyd. I wish I had contacted Larry sooner. Love, Patti Farley, 716 Wendell Ave., Lewistown, MT. 59457

Alie Michael Campbell

536w ago

I loved Larry. Simply stated. As a manager, I worked with Larry for several years and loved every minute....he was so funny, so kind and incredibly gracious and generous. A "moment", I invited him to a "celeb" fishing tournament in WI for some other clients. I got there early and as I watched one of the sponsor introduction video...there it was..."Wind Beneath My Wings" used as the underlay for the entire video....without permission of course! :) As I gently explained to the sponsor there are copy write laws AND on of the writers will be here in a day...the room went silent. :) I called Larry before he arrived and we decided to have some fun with it all to the dismay of the sponsors who didn't know :)
After an hour or so,Larry and I began to laugh and of course, everything was settled amicably and in great fun...that was Larry, funny, talented and with a huge heart. So many stories and so many wonderful memories to cherish...In closing as in the beginning I love you Larry....RIP

Dena Parker Ellis

562w ago

I had the Privelidge of meeting Larry at the old 3rd coast in Nashville around 1989-1990, introduced to him with my sister by Dino Zimmerman and we became great friends! He was a very gentle and loving soul and I had the chance to spend quality time with him in "the ole days". May you rest in peace Larry, you will be missed by many.

Rj Stillwell

564w ago

So proud to have known Larry; a gifted songwriter and gracious, witty and kind man. Sweet serendipity placed me in St. Simons Island in 1990 (our first meeting) where I had the privilege to perform Honor Larry for his recent Grammy win and perform the song as he danced to it for the first time. This past May, at the home of his beloved, Laurie Norton, I was once again blessed to accompany Larry as he sang his wonderful standard for the last time. What a poignant moment and moving performance (can be viewed on Facebook.) Rest in peace, dear Larry. You will be missed. RJ Stillwell

Duane & Ginger Mitchell

564w ago

So sorry to hear of the great loss. He was a good friend and great talent. So glad we seen him on his 75th birthday! Much love to the family. Duane and Ginger Mitchell, Abilene,Tx

Renee Shafer-Allison

564w ago

"You'll cast a mighty long shadow."

Sandra Tamburin

564w ago

Larry! You will be sorely missed my friend. I am proud to have known you all these many years and your legacy as a kind soul, a witty story teller not to mention an extraordinarily talented songwriter will forever stay in the hearts of ALL OF US whose lives you touched. There were so many wonderful get together's full of music and singing, but I am especially grateful for the evening we all were together at Laurie's for her Annual 2014 Memorial Day cookout. That evening magic was in the air, and you sang, most likely for the last time with RJ Stilwell accompanying you on guitar, "Wind Beneath My Wings". Everyone there was completely awestruck, it was so moving and you sang with such stylization and emotion! It was truly magical and the memory is a treasure. I can't watch the video without tears welling up in my eyes, even prior to your passing!
Rest well my friend, you have given us a lifetime of memories that death cannot erase. I will miss you and your stories, your friendship and your generosity! I know Laurie, your beloved Butch and I along with legions of fans will always carry you with us until we meet again!
Love you dearly,
Sam Tamburin
Nashville, TN

Kevin Stewart

564w ago

I met Larry when I first arrived in Nashville in 1988 through our mutual friend Charlie Andrews. He gave me work transcribing his song catalog and also kept me afloat with his great and relentless humor. He will be very much missed.

Kevin Stewart

Jerry Reynolds

565w ago

Larry and I grew up together in Odessa, Texas.We met when we were 10 ten years old. We became fast fiends and have been friends all these years.As young men we went our separate ways,he to Hollywood and i to college,but we always kept jn touch. Sorry we didn't make it back to Cuba. (That was a trip!!}
I love you brother. We'll meet again.
Jerry Reynolds

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