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Larry Thomas Nelms

Mr. Larry Thomas Nelms 74, died at his residence on 10/26/2025. Services are planned for Thursday October 30, 2025, 1:00 pm at Farmington Baptist Church. Brothers John Little and Ralph Culp will officiate. Visitation will take place at the church on October 29, 2025 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm and from noon until service time on the day of the service.

Mr. Nelms was born on May 01, 1951 in Alcorn County, MS to Ernest and Lessie Carter Nelms. He was retired from Mississippi Polymers and was a member of Farmington Baptist Church. He was also a member of the tractor pulling club.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Son: Daryl Wade Nelms, Grandchild: Blaire Kinlee White, Great Grandson: Maverick Nelms, Siblings: James Nelms and W. G. Nelms.

Larry is survived by his Wife: Kathy Nelms of Corinth, MS, Daughter: Kayla White (Brian) of Corinth, MS, Sons: Shawn Nelms (Heather) of Corinth, MS,  and Kevin Nelms (Jennifer) of Corinth, MS, Sister: Shirley Brown of Amory, MS, Grandchildren: Kaleb Nelms, Kameron Nelms, Jenna Nelms,  Daryl Nelms, Brinlee White, and Blaine White

Pallbearers: Jimmy Russell, Brian White, Tim Bobo, Donald Wallace, Larry Bridges, Kaleb Nelms.

Honorary Pallbearers:  Travis Thompson, Leroy Marlar, Gary Bowers, Gilbert Wooten, John Clark and friends and frellow tractor pullers.

The Corinthian Funeral Home is honored to serve the Nelms family.

7 responses to “Larry Thomas Nelms”

  1. Belinda Comer Avatar
    Belinda Comer

    Larry Nelms aka Mr Herbie was my dad’s best friend. They loved their tractor pulls. He will be missed. Rest in Peace Mr Herbie

  2. Sue (Null) Dimas Avatar
    Sue (Null) Dimas

    Will miss you cuz love you

  3. Patti Morrison Avatar
    Patti Morrison

    I send the warmest heartfelt condolences to the entire family. I feel like Mr. Larry was my family too. ❤️ I hate to hear this and my sincere prayers go out to you all. I hate I can’t make it down but just know that I am with you all in spirit. Praying for your strength during this very difficult time. Love you all. God bless.

  4. Ricky and Velma Gosa Avatar
    Ricky and Velma Gosa

    So sorry for your loss Kevin he will be missed i really liked your dad he was a fun person to hang around if there is anything we can help yall with please let us know we love yall and may god bless.
    Gosa family

  5. Michele Crumby Avatar
    Michele Crumby

    So sorry for your loss Shawn.

  6. Gloria and Henry Walker Avatar
    Gloria and Henry Walker

    So sorry for your loss.

  7. danny & carolyn stubblefield Avatar
    danny & carolyn stubblefield

    just read this on 12/14/2025 Kevin and Jennifer we are so sorry- if we can help please let us Know

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