Larry McMillin

Larry Stevens McMillin, 89, of Kinston, NC, who was a cherished father, brother, and Opa passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 16, 2024. He was born June 8, 1935, in Inman, South Carolina, to the late Alfred Otis and Lula Gardner McMillin.

Larry is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Else Schlaf McMillin. He is survived by his devoted son, Alex McMillin(Leigh Ann); his loving daughter, Diana Jackson(Brian); granddaughter, Alexa McMillin; grandsons Kyle and Chad Jackson; and brothers, Tony Wayne McMillin and Otis McMillin.

A man of great honor and dedication, Larry left school in the 10th grade to join the Army and became a part of the Original Green Beret. He retired as Master Sergeant in the Army Special Forces, earning a Purple Heart and Bronze Star embodying the courage and commitment that defined his life. He would later graduate from Methodist College and go on to retire as a district veterans service officer from the Department of Veterans Affairs. His dedication to the Special Forces never ended as he sold flags for 30 years with proceeds going to the Special Forces Association.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Friday, August 23, 2024, at Adcock Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial with full military honors will take place at Noon at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery.

Larry’s legacy of bravery and love will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Special Forces Association.