Larry Watson Goolsby, 81, passed away on October 18, 2026, in Huntsville, Alabama.Born on March 23, 1945, in Alma, Georgia, Larry was the son of the late Watson Hardwick Goolsby and Faye Hughes.
Throughout his life, Larry served his country in both the United States Marine Corps and the United States Air Force. His career also included working for NASA.
Outside of his military service and professional career, Larry enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. He had a love for fishing and was an enthusiast of amateur (ham) radio, a hobby that allowed him to connect with people near and far.
Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Goolsby; his son, Patrick Goolsby; and his parents, Watson Hardwick Goolsby and Faye Hughes.
He is survived by his children: Agena Clark (fiancé Taylor Ivy), Apollo Katona (husband Albert Katona), Gemini Goolsby (wife Kim Goolsby), Amanda Hoffer, Joseph Goosby (wife Addie Goosby), and Angela Abzun.
Larry also leaves behind approximately 20 grandchildren, including Candice Davis, Tracie Vickers, Crystal Goolsby, Sarah Turner, Dyna Katona, Reagan Katona, Kasey Luna, Kayla Goode, Kelly Goolsby, Kathryn Deyton, Kristina Goolsby, Daniel Goosby, Erin Goosby, and Elora Goosby, along with other cherished grandchildren.
His legacy continues through his many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, spanning generations of family.
Larry’s memory will live on through the generations of family he leaves behind and the many lives he touched throughout his 81 years.
