Warrick, Larry Paul, USA LTC Ret., age 77, passed away on April 15, 2026.

Larry was born on April 19, 1948, in Andalusia, Alabama, and was raised in Ozark, Alabama. He graduated from Carroll High School in 1966 and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and a Master’s degree from Central Michigan University.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Warrick, Juanita Tidwell Warrick Whitener, and John Whitener, as well as his brother, Steve Warrick.

Larry is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Judith Simons Warrick; his daughter, Aubrey Ninkovich (Dave) of Apollo Beach, Florida; and his son, Kevin Warrick (Christal) of Bentonville, Arkansas. He was a proud Poppy to Ainsley, Ian, and Quinn Ninkovich, and Vivie and Malia Warrick. He is also survived by his sisters, Tina Johnson and Linda Warrick; his brother, Alex Warrick; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Larry honorably served his country for 30 years in the United States Army (1969–1999) as an Army Aviator, achieving Master Aviator status. Over the course of his distinguished military career, he flew both rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft and served in both Vietnam and the Persian Gulf.

Following his retirement from the Army, Larry continued to share his knowledge and passion for aviation and leadership. He served as an Associate Professor of Military Science at the University of Tampa, worked as a professional golf caddy for his son Kevin, was a helicopter instructor pilot at Fort Rucker, and later served as a civilian contractor at MacDill Air Force Base.

Larry was known by many names throughout his life—Larry Paul, Uncle Larry, Minuteman Zero, Hot Dwog, Dad, Mr. Larry, Mr. Warrick, Col. Warrick, and Poppy—each reflecting the different roles he played and the many lives he touched.

Larry will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his service to his country, and his lifelong love of aviation. His legacy lives on in the lives he touched and the family he cherished.

Services to follow at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery.