Mr. Larry Cardell Washington

Larry Cardell Washington was born on September 17, 1952 to Robert and Elise Washington. He departed this earthly journey on November 6, 2018.

Larry graduated from Hopkins High School in Hopkins, South Carolina. He was baptized at New Light Beulah Baptist Church. Larry loved to attend many churches and would support them all.

Larry was the owner of Larry Washington Tailoring and Alterations in Columbia, South Carolina. For over forty-seven years, Larry was a master at tailoring and alterations. He had a passion to ensure his services superseded customers’ expectations. He was an impeccable dresser which enjoyed making others look and feel good.

Larry had a joyous personality and a helpful spirit. He had an infectious smile which will be forever etched in the minds of so many. He was very uplifting and encouraging to everyone who walked through his doors. Larry’s favorite saying, “Kindness is more valuable than money.”

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his siblings, Wilhemenia, Marie, Julia Mae Williams, Geneva, Elise, Rosia Lee, Curtis, and George Harris.

Larry is survived by his spouse, Mary K. Washington; two daughters, Angie (Dadrian) Washington and Shardea Washington; two sons, Robert Washington and Chaz Washington; two brothers, Ernest (Hattie) Washington and John (Gladys) Washington; one sister, Ophine McMillian; twelve grandchildren; and host of other loving relatives and friends whom will miss him dearly.

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