Larry Daniel Johnson entered eternal rest on Sunday January 9, 2022 at Canon Hospice Center of Gulfport, MS. Larry was born September 18, 1952 to Leona Johnson and Willie Moore, Jr. in Bogalusa, LA, and he was the eldest of ten children. He graduated from Bogalusa High School in 1971. After graduating from high school, Larry attended Southern University and A&M College. in Baton Rouge, LA.

Larry accepted Christ as a his Savior at an early age. He was a devoted member of First Missionary Baptist Church of Handsboro. Later in life Larry moved to the Mississippi Gulf Coast where he started his lifetime career in the automotive industry. Larry was an avid car salesman for over 20 years. He managed several dealerships until his retirement. He thoroughly enjoyed his career as he touched the lives of many, as he did what he loved.

Larry, a man of great poise and dignity, prided himself on adorning in the latest fashions. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved the game of billiards and he was never too shy to cut a rug on the dance floor. Two of his greatest past times were cooking and baking for his family, in which he excelled at doing both.

Larry was reunited with his departed loved ones including: parents, William Moore, Jr. and Leona Johnson; son, LeBario Yusef Safford.
His beloved memory will forever be cherished by his loving siblings and devoted children: sons, Erik Johnson of Las Vegas, NV, Montrell (Melinda) Safford of Ocean Springs, MS, and Kristopher (Angela) Safford of Biloxi, MS; daughters, LaQuisha (Gordon) McDonald of Gulfport, MS, Dana Johnson of Prattville, AL, and Lori D. Johnson of Atlanta, GA; brothers, Michael Crosley, Shelton Johnson of Bogalusa, LA and Claude Johnson of Dallas, TX; sisters, Janice M. Moore Carter, Jerry L. Moore-Woods, Debra Johnson, Al-ice Johnson, and Carondalet (Otis) Taylor of Bogalusa, LA; Additionally, he leaves to mourn many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and great friends.