Larry Wayne Green, 79, of Winchester, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, surrounded by the love of those who meant the world to him.

Larry was born in Garrett, Maryland, the son of the late William Richard Green and Naomi Elnora McCusker Green.

He was a graduate of Valley High School and proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps as an infantryman – Firearms Proof Tech, earning the Rifle Marksman Medal. His service was a point of quiet pride that reflected his strong sense of duty and character.

Larry spent 40 years working at O’Sullivan Film, Inc., retiring as a boiler operator.

Outside of work, he found joy in the simple and meaningful things in life. He loved gardening, tending to plants, bushes, fruit trees, and especially his many varieties of homegrown tomatoes.

His kitchen was a place of comfort, care, and love, well known for his homemade chicken noodle soup and spaghetti sauce. Larry was the kind of man who made sure no one ever left hungry, and his home was always open to those who needed a safe place, a warm meal, or simply to be welcomed.

Music was another great love of Larry’s life. He especially enjoyed late 1950s and early 1960s rock-and-roll aka rockabilly and took pride in his record collection.
One of his favorite tunes was Dion’s classic “The Wanderer” as a playful nod to his youthful, wandering days. He often joked that he “had to do something while he waited for Nel to grow up,” reflecting with a smile on their age difference and the enduring, everlasting love that followed.

Larry’s greatest love was his 49½-year marriage to Nel, his cherished “sweetie.” He adored her with a playful spirit, frequently declaring with a grin and a chuckle, that she “keeps life interesting,” words that beautifully reflected the laughter, devotion, and unwavering love that defined their life together.

His wife and daughter Jodi extends their deepest and most heartfelt gratitude to his grandchildren, Shauna, and Andrew, who selflessly took evening and overnight shifts for the past ten months to lovingly care for their Pappy. Their devotion, sacrifice, and love were a true blessing during this time.

We are also profoundly thankful to Mike, Debbie, Howard, Kevin, Annie, and every person who walked beside us offering kindness, prayers, support, encouragement and helped carry us through this journey in ways that will never be forgotten.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Nilda Wheeler Green, whom he married on August 14, 1976.

Daughters: Jodi Kern, Larissa Green, Maureen Green, Julie Sine, and Sharion Poston

Sons: Brian Green, Toby King, Keith Edwards, John “Sherman” Floyd, and Christopher Kern, Sr.

Sister: Rosalie Reese.

His many cherished grandchildren: Shauna Wood, Andrew Wood, Ashley Green, Joshua Green, Kylee Tomlin, Katelyn Tomlin, Vanessa West, Miranda Lockhart, Christopher Parrish, Kaleigh McIntyre, Christina Rosenglick, Angelique Pineda, Whitley Duncan, Anna Marchelewski, John Alger, Tiffany Geisweidt, Jessica McIlwee, Mason Sine, Jalynn Sine, Ethan Sine, Sean King, Christopher Kern, Jr., Savanna Kern and his 20 great grandchildren.

Larry was preceded in death by his loving daughter, Delores “Peaches” Brannon and his son, Larry Green, Jr.

In addition, Larry was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters; Nettie, Ruth, Betty, Eva, Patty, Carol, Darlene, and Jacqueline; and his brothers, Richard, Kenny, Lorenzo, Glenn, Joseph, and Ronnie.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to assist with funeral expenses.