Larry Wayne Smoot

August 15, 1940 - May 16, 2014

Larry passed away peacefully on May 16, 2014, of heart failure. By his side were his wife, Sharyn, and daughter, Kristy. Larry was 73. Larry was born in Alameda, California, to Glen and June Smoot on August 15, 1940. The family subsequently moved to Oakland, California, and Larry graduated from Castlemont High School in 1958. Larry played minor league baseball, including stints in the Boston Red Sox, San Francisco Giants, and Los Angeles Dodgers systems. Larry moved to San Ramon, California, where he met and married Sharyn. The couple was married in 1973, and had one daughter, Kristy. Larry was an avid golfer, with a love of boating; he enjoyed taking his family on camping trips, and was a fan of any outdoor sporting activity. His love for all sports was a big part of his life, and he never missed a 49ers game. He enjoyed sports with his family and friends. Larry became one of the founders of Moose Lodge Chapter 2144, in Dublin, California. Larry was a member of the Machinist’s Union, and worked for Lucky’s in San Leandro for 30 years, until retirement. Larry was a very funny guy at times, loving to laugh and tell jokes. His life was full of stories that seemed to never end. Larry also had a passion for roses; beautiful paths of rose trees surrounded his home with color and love. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Glen and June Smoot, and his sister, Diane. He is survived by his wife Sharyn; daughters Kristy and Michelle; son Kevin; grandchildren Haley, Madison, Chase, Sophia, Caroleigh, Emily, Jonny, Jacob, and Justin; brothers Bobby and Craig, godson Brian Wood, and loving nieces. Larry had too many friends to mention. He will truly be missed. A celebration of Larry’s life will be held on June 1, 2014, at 1 P.M., in Alamo, California. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Hope Hospice for their care and support for Larry.