BIG SPRING - Larry Bennet Clements was born Feb. 9,1939 in Big Spring to his loving parent Clements and Velma Clements. He enjoyed a great childhood surrounded by family in Stanton.
His immediate family moved to Franklin early in his life. There the Clements’ started Clements’ Dry Goods. He met and fell in love with his future wife Liz Hicks when she came to the store to buy a new dress. Larry asked Liz where she was going to wear the new dress to and she replied “where ever you take me.” A great love story ensued.
Larry will be remembered for his generous philanthropy to Baylor Scott and White Found Irving Cares, Our Children’s House, and the church he and his family gave so much time to, Plymouth Park United Methodist Church in Irving.
He is remembered in this life by his loving brother Billy Ray, his eldest son Michael, as well as his youngest son Chris and his spouse Ming.
Any gifts or remembrance should, at his request, be sent to Baylor Scott and White Fol in care of Heather Baker.
Larry’s memorial service was Oct. 16 at PPUMC.