Larry Wayne Stephens, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2026, at the age of 67. He was surrounded by his loving family in his hometown of Mount Sterling, Kentucky.

Born on February 14, 1959, Larry was the son of the late Harold Clay and Roxie Louise Purvis Stephens. He grew up in a close-knit family, where he learned the values of kindness, compassion, and hard work. He earned his GED in Montgomery County and took pride in everything he did. Larry loved playing baseball as a child and adult and often reminisced about his days playing church league softball. He loved in his spare time to golf with his brothers.

Larry is survived by his wife of 22 years, Libby Harlow Stephens; his brothers, Roy Gene (Valerie) Stephens and Harold clay Jr. (Joy) Stephens, and his four daughters, Leigh Parker (Shayne), Jamie Hatton, Alicia Manconi, and Toni Manconi Pitts (Ron). He also leaves behind nine grandchildren: Jenny Manconi Stanley, Michelle Parker Mayabb, Mason Hatton IV, Aaron Toy, Jacob Toy, Alex Hatton, McKenzie Pitts, Gunner Toy, and Warren Pitts; and ten great-grandchildren: Raylan, Ralph Carter, Brinley, Addyson, Karleigh, Kamryn, Jackson, Jettson, Kaysen, and Jace. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Alicia, Kristen, Michelle, Kat, DJ, Jordan, and Jay. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Brenda Faye Stephens Howard.

Larry loved his wife, Libby, deeply. He cared for her, stood by her, and made sure she knew how much she meant to him.

His faith was a special part of who Larry was. He loved reading his Bible and sharing his testimony with others. He never kept his faith to himself and was always glad to tell people what God had done in his life.

Larry’s pride and joy was his family. If you were within earshot, chances were Larry was talking about them. He loved watching his grandchildren do just about anything, especially play sports—and it certainly didn’t hurt if there was a concession stand nearby. Whether it was an ice cream run, a fishing trip, a visit to the park or a Civil War battlefield, or Pappy Larry slipping them some money and saying, “Don’t tell Granny,” he was always there. He showed up, cheered them on, and loved them fiercely. His grandchildren fondly remember staying at his house and starting each morning with a game of Yahtzee or cards.

Larry was deeply loved by everyone blessed to know him. His absence leaves a void in many hearts, and he will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 4pm-7pm at Taul Funeral Home in Mount Sterling, Kentucky.  A Funeral Service will be 7 PM, Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Taul Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Chris Davis officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Larry’s name to Pinky’s Promise, a cause near and dear to his heart.