Larry Thomas Darst, Sr., age 80, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 27, 2025, passing peacefully at home in Leitchfield, Kentucky.

Born on August 23, 1944, in St. Paul, Kentucky, to Paul and Frances Darst, Larry married the love of his life, Cathleen (Cathy) Hicks Darst, on July 30, 1966. For 58 years, they built a life rooted in faith, family, and service.

For 32 years, Larry taught and coached with the Grayson County Board of Education, mentoring countless students both in the classroom and on the court. He coached basketball and golf and led the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, leaving a lasting impact on many young athletes.

Larry's greatest passion was Jesus Christ, and he lived that love daily. He served as a prison minister for over 20 years, led countless Bible studies, and was a dedicated advocate for the Right to Life movement. He deeply loved and cherished his church family at Potter's Hope Ministries.

Beyond his faith and career, Larry loved golf—not just the game, but the friendships it brought him. He never turned down a good meal, took great joy in cheering on his grandson, "Tmac," at his basketball games, and loved studying the Word of God. Some of his favorite moments were traveling to St. Simons Island and Pensacola with dear friends.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Cathy Darst; his children, Celine Darst Wilkinson, and Larry Thomas (Larry-Tom) Darst Jr.;  his grandchildren, Morgan, Aeryn, Hannah, Tilley, Audrey, Sydney, Lily, Grace, Tmac, Claire; his great-grandchildren, Jon, Colt, Dax, Mia, Leo and Levy; and his siblings, Catherine, Beulah, and Roger. He also leaves behind his faithful pup, LuLu.

He was joyfully welcomed into heaven by his parents, Paul and Frances Darst, his siblings, Bobby, Harold, Gerry, Jeanne, and Jimmy, his pups, Max and Jack, and many dear friends who had gone before him.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, (March 4, 2025) at Potter's Hope Ministries, 135 Commerce Drive, Leitchfield, KY. Bro. Wayne Clemons will be officiating.

Visitation will be at Potter's Hope Ministries on Monday (March 3, 2025) from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and from 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday until time of services.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Potter's Hope Ministries, 135 Commerce Drive, Leitchfield, KY 42754.