Larry was
born in Knoxville, TN and Graduated from Holston High
School and University of Maryland. Larry joined
the U.S. Army at age 17.
Larry married Charlotte Shelton in 1974 and they
had 5 daughters (Misti); (Amy); (Amanda) and (Katie). and
one foster daughter, (Emily) He
retired from the military in 1993 with 21 years of
military service. Larry moved to Strawberry Plains after
retirement. His wife Charlotte died of cancer in
2002. Larry and April were married in 2003. He has
thirteen grandchildren. Larry Dad Rev. Frank
Humphrey was pastor of Rainbow Baptist Church in
Knoxville for over 28 years and listed in a book
published in 1972 titled "Last of the Back Woods
Preachers". Larry is currently owner of C&L
Roofing. He is certified by the roofing companies as
a Master Single Applicator and member of Better
Business Bureau. He has been in business in the
local area for over 18 years. Larry & April
had one son (David Dean) born on February 13, 2007. Larry attends
Grove Heights Baptist Church in Knoxville, TN. From
January to April 15th each year Larry and April offer
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) free of charge to
low income and anyone wanting income tax returns
completed. They also e-file all tax returns
free.
Larry’s Testimony
I was saved and covered by the blood of Jesus at the age
of 17. Not really knowing what to do in my life,
but being raised in a Christian home were my daddy was a
pastor. I knew God , (my father) had a plan for me.
After High school at the age of 17 I joined the Army.
From High School to combat. While in the military
for over 21 years, wherever I was stationed I always
found a English speaking church where I could worship
and work for the Lord. I was very interesting in growing
both physically and spiritually.
God gave me my wife, Charlotte at a young age, she being
16 and me 18. She was a strong worker in Christ
and ensured our children were involved in God’s work.
After 28 years of marriage, 4 daughters and 12 years
living overseas God called her home to be with him.
She was 45. I was ordinate as a Baptist
Deacon 25 September 1983 and have been very blessed to
be active for my Lord no matter where I was living (God
is the same even Overseas). I have always been kind of
quite and enjoy doing a lot of the behind the scenes
type church work. (As a Drill Sgt for 3 years
I guess I was loud then). Being raised in church
and also around construction I have always enjoyed
helping and working for the church where ever I
attend. (Thru God’s help both Physically and
Spiritually). I
When April and I got married we wanted
a home church where we could work and grow. (We both
were members at different churches) God sent us to
Grove Heights to help build and become workers for our
Lord and our church. The church had no pastor and
at that time and less than 10 people attending. We
were not sure and visited many churches, but were always
led back to
and Grove Heights. We both became members in 2003.
As the
church began to grow in number God sent us Pastor Clyde
Haynes. He is a blessing and strong worker for the
Lord. and Grove Heights. Many souls have been
saved and major work has been accomplished to the church
buildings and property.
April has released three CD's (What a Friend in
Jesus); (Jesus in my Anchor of Hope) and (I Can't,
Jesus Can). April
Played bass and was a lead singer with the Free Spirits
until medical reason caused the group to quit. April
began singing solo with
sound tracks and God has richly blessed us with the
necessary equipment. God continues to bless us as we continue to do his work.
In May 2008 Brother Brian Sexton joined April as a
singer as we continue our journey for the Lord. We have been or currently are booked at over
80 churches.
Booked at Assisted Living, Nursing Homes and concerts
in the Smoky Mountains. Satan has tried to slow or stop
us, but thru Christ we are over comers. To
God be the Glory.
