Larry Dykes, 68 of Crossville, TN passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at home surrounded by loved ones.

He was born in Crossville, TN, on November 19, 1949 to the late Boyd Dykes and late Lenice Dykes.  He was a retired scrap metal dealer and owner of Dykes Iron and Metal with brother David Dykes.  He was a Husband, Father, and Grandfather and loved his family and friends.  He was an avid fisherman, hunter, and loved watching sports.  He also enjoyed car restoration and working on the farm.  He was of Baptist faith.

He is preceded in death by brother, Jackie Ray Dykes and son, Heath Dykes.

He is survived by Frances Dykes of Crossville; daughters, Valerie Beard (David) of Russellville, KY, Heather Joiner (Ryan) of Franklin, KY and Carmella Dykes of Nashville, TN; one son, Trent Dykes (Lindsay) of Crossville and one brother, David Dykes (Earlene) of Crossville; seven grandchildren, Graciann Beard, Grayson Beard, Bryton Dykes, Zori Stout, Hooper Stout, Skye Dykes and Heath Dykes.

The family will receive friends Sunday, January 7, 2018 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home from 12 to 3 with funeral services to follow. Bro. Mike Ritzman will be officiating with burial to follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.

Special music will be provided by granddaughter, Graciann Beard.

Pallbearers are David Beard, Ryan Joiner, Brian Dykes, Darian Dykes, Trent Dykes and Justin Dykes

Honorary Pallbearers are grandsons, Grayson Beard, Bryton Dykes, Hooper Stout, and Heath Dykes.