Biographies

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 4 daughters (Misti); (Amy); (Amanda) and (Katie). 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 seven 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 Builders. 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 12 years. Larry & April had one son (David Dean) born on February 13, 2007. Larry attends Grove Heights Baptist Church in Knoxville, TN with Pastor, Rev Clyde Haynes. Larry is an active Deacon, Sunday School teacher and Church Clerk. 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.

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
I have been and am currently a active Deacon and Sunday School teacher at Grove Heights Baptist Church in Knoxville. 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 Grove Heights. (God let us wonder, but brought us home). We both became members in 2003 and started our work for the Lord there. 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.
During our early days at Grove Heights as the church began to grow in number two different singing groups ask April to play the Bass and Sing with them. God just was not leading us that way at the time. In August 2005, Brother Tim of the Free Spirits Gospel Singers contacted me and ask if they could visit and sing at the church. At that time we did not have a pastor so I booked them for September 2005. By that time Pastor Clyde was on board and more and more people was being saved and joining the church. Brother Tim’s group lost their base player and Tim has a complete Hip replacement during October. April had just released a CD (What a Friend in Jesus). April Played bass and was a lead singer with the Free Spirits until medical reason caused the group quit. April began singing solo again 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. We have been or currently are booked at over 70 churches. Booked at Assisted Living Homes, 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.