Larry Andrew Alt, age 72 of Petersburg, WV passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Grant Memorial Hospital in Petersburg.
Larry was born on February 6, 1954 in Petersburg, WV and was a son of the late Allen Bernard Alt and Dora Alice (VanMeter) Alt.
In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul Bernard Alt and Gordie Allen Alt.
Larry is survived by one sister, Virginia Sue Bergdoll (Roscoe) of Moorefield, WV and one brother, David W. Alt (Janice) of Petersburg, WV, several aunts, uncles, five nephews and numerous cousins.
Larry was a 1972 graduate of Petersburg High School. He was a salesclerk for the former Halterman’s Hardware Store in Petersburg for 25 years. He was employed with Eaglewood Lumber Company in Petersburg until their closing. Later Larry retired from South Branch Tire Company in Moorefield, WV.
Larry spent his retirement days at the family garage with his brothers, David and Gordie Alt and Chris Hatfield and employees. He also kept busy working on his Classic Antique Cars.
Honoring Larry’s wishes there will be a private burial in Maple Hill Cemetery, Petersburg, WV.
Memorial contributions may be made to Charity of the Donor choice.
Arrangements by Schaeffer Funeral Home in Petersburg, WV.
