Larry Dee Brown, 74, of Martinsville, Virginia, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital with his son by his side. Born on June 3, 1952, Larry was the son of the late Noah Davis Brown and Nellie Cannaday Brown. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a dedicated and hardworking man throughout his life. Larry enjoyed a long career as a surveyor before later retiring from Trinity Plastics. 

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carolyn Sue Rorrer Brown, and his brother, Ronnie Davis Brown. Left to cherish his memory are his son and daughter-in-law, Larry Wayne and Amy Brown; his stepson and life partner, Thomas Martin and Jeffrey Laircey; his stepdaughter, Terry Lynn Martin; his sister-in-law, Debbie Brown; six grandchildren, Gavin Blake Groce, Adam Creed Stinson, Madison Shyanne Brown, Andrew Thomas Reavis, Kevin D. Torrance, and Danile Szynal; eight great-grandchildren; three nieces, Wendy Martin, Nora Brown, and Jessica Brown; and two very special friends, Larry and Patsy Martin. 

Larry will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his service to his country, and the love he shared with his family and friends. His kindness, dependability, and quiet strength left a lasting impression on all who knew him, and his memory will be treasured by those he leaves behind.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, in the Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home with Pastor Daniel Collins officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service beginning at 12:00 noon. Full Military Honors will be provided by the Martinsville-Henry County Veterans Memorial Honor Guard. Interment will follow at Henry Memorial Park in Bassett.

Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home and Roselawn Burial Park are entrusted with the arrangements.