Larry Michael Leaptrot

Larry Leaptrot, 64, died peacefully at his home in Juliette after a brief illness.  A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Hart’s at the Cupola, with Reverend Stanley Harrell officiating.  The family will greet friends following the service.

Larry was a proud Macon native, born to the late Harold and Mary Elizabeth Leaptrot. He was known for his wit, never meeting a stranger, his athletic legacy, love for anything Allman Brothers, being a hummingbird whisperer and most of all, his undying love for his wife, Holly. Larry loved nature - his property in Juliette was his sanctuary and provided a beautiful backdrop to watch the animals and mountain laurels grow. He grew unique flower varieties and took great pride in his confederate roses. Larry was a Monroe Academy graduate where he excelled in football, being selected to play All-State and recruited to University of Tennessee-Chattanooga. He later returned to Monroe Academy as a coach. He was a proud US Navy Veteran - served from 1976-1980. He traveled the world. After re-entering civilian life, he became a well-loved driver for Macon Beauty and moved on to Robins AFB. He then became a gracious caretaker for his mother, Mary Elizabeth; his in laws, Mr. and Mrs. Hammontree; and Holly, in her final months. Larry has had an exciting last few months as his three wishes were fulfilled: the Braves won the World Series, the Dawgs won the National Championship and it snowed in Juliette. Larry is survived by his brother, Eddie Leaptrot, of Savannah, GA; his sister, Jean L. Stevens (Royce), of Fort Myers, FL; a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, special family friends; and his precious fur baby, ZZ Top. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Larry's honor to American Heart Association.

Larry will be deeply missed.

"Last Sunday morning, the sunshine felt like rain. Week before, they all seemed the same. With the help of God and true friends, I come to realize I still had two strong legs, and even wings to fly." -ABB

Hart’s at the Cupola, Hart's Mortuary and Cremation Center, 6324 Peake Rd, Macon, GA 31210 has charge of the arrangements.

American Heart Association
5962 Zebulon Road, PMB 359, Macon GA 31210
Web: https://www.heart.org/