Larry James Slaven, 63, passed away at IU Ball Memorial Hospital on March 24, 2026, following a short illness.  Larry was born the son of Rosco Herbert and Georgia Ellen (Pennington) Slaven on September 4, 1962, in Muncie, Indiana.

Larry attended Muncie Central High School and later obtained his G.E.D.  He spent most of his adult life as a tool and die maker, working for twenty-five plus years at Mursix Corporation in Yorktown, Indiana.

Larry met the love of his life, Debra, at the skating rink and later married her, spending over forty-five years with her.  She was the love of his life, and they belonged together.  Larry was a devoted family man who enjoyed spending time with his children, and especially his grandchildren.  Larry also enjoyed cars and racing, especially NASCAR, and was an avid football fan.

He is survived by his wife and best friend, Debra, three sons, Mikey Slaven, Ross Slaven (McKenzie), and Kyle Slaven (Ashley), a sister, Sharon Owens (Tommy), and five grandchildren, Alexis Slaven, Waylon James Slaven, Brynlee Slaven, Wyatt Ezra Slaven, and Blakely Slaven.

Larry was preceded in death by a daughter, Shannon Elaine Slaven, his parents, Rosco and Georgia Slaven, a sister, Joan Slaven, and two brothers, David and Edward Slaven.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM at Parson Mortuary, 801 W. Adams Street, Muncie, Indiana.  Friends may call on the family from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the day of the service.  Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory, north of Muncie.

Pastor Ken Hall will officiate.