Larry C. Rodgers, 72, of Columbia, KY died Monday, October 5, 2020 at Baptist Health in Louisville. He was born December 25, 1947 in Adair County, KY to the late Coakley and Elizabeth Edwards Rodgers.  

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, James Rodgers and a son-in-law, Richie Keltner.

Larry was a member of Egypt Christian Church, former part-owner of Waste Energy Technology, former co-owner of R&M Stables, former owner of Portland Recreational Center, loved horse racing, an avid UK fan, was coach of the WET Men’s, Women’s, Co-Ed and Masters Super Softball Teams, earning his induction to the ASA Softball Hall of Fame. Above all, Larry enjoyed watching his girls play in whatever sport they played and doing a lot of coaching from the sidelines.

SURVIVORS:

4 daughters: Kim Keltner of Columbia, KY; Angie & husband Greg Smith of Columbia, KY; Monica & husband William Shuffett of Greensburg, KY; Whitney & husband Nick Coe of Columbia, KY

1 brother: Mike & wife Karen Rodgers of Mary Esther, Florida

1 sister: Sandra Norris & husband Gerald of Columbia

5 grandchildren – Zach and Jadie Smith, Katie Cowan, Alex Keltner and Avery Shuffett and expecting his 6th grandchild, Decklynn Coe

Several other relatives and friends

Funeral Service: Friday, October 9, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. at Egypt Christian Church with Bro. Paul Patton officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 3:00 P.M. Thursday and 9:00 A.M. Friday at Egypt Christian Church

ALL ATTENDEES TO THE VISITATION AND/OR FUNERAL ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A FACIAL COVERING AND FOLLOW THE HEALTHY AT WORK GUIDELINES.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to Egypt Christian Church which can be made at the church.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.