Larry Jones is back.  Back walking around the La Follette – Jacksboro area.

Until last Friday, Jones had been recovering at a Knoxville hospital from injuries sustained when he was hit by a car on August 4 in front of IGA on the four-lane in La Follette.

The 49-year old Jones aka Flash, who starred on the 1986 Wynn state tourney basketball team, was  flown out by a med chopper on that first Friday of August around 6 pm.

Jones suffered multiple injuries.  Through it all, he remained in good spirits, and asked WLAF to pass along a big thank you for all the prayers and support during his recovery.

It was the third time Jones had been hit over the years while walking.  The previous times were not this serious.

If you travel the four-lane, you likely have seen Jones walking from his home at Davis Chapel to as far down the road as the Walmart.  He suffers from Huntington’s disease.  (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED – 08/22/2018-6AM)

10 Replies to “Larry’s baaaaaack”

  1. I was one of Larry’s teachers at Wynn High School. He always wore a smile and was a joy to have in class! The 1986 basketball season was an exciting time for our Wynn family. Together with the team, cheer squad, family, and fans, we all traveled many miles that season. Larry’s (Flash) smiling face always brought joy to us.
    To Larry……so thankful you are back home and able to get out and walk.
    Miss Janet

  2. We are so so glad to see Larry back .My kids will be very happy that they get to look out for him walking ng so we can pick him up . They yell everytime “Mommy stop and pick him up” This God loveing man is here on earth to tell pepole about what God has done for him . He will always invite you to go to church where he goes. PEPOLE PLEASE IF YOU SEE HIM WALKING PLEASE GIVE HIM A RIDE ,I PROMISE HE ISNT GOING TO HURT YOU . you will actually feel blessed. WE LOVE YOU LARRY GLAD YOUR BACK.

  3. GOD IS GREAT! We are so so glad to see Larry back .My kids will be very happy that they get to look out for him walking ng so we can pick him up . They yell everytime “Mommy stop and pick him up” This God loveing man is here on earth to tell pepole about what God has done for him . He will always invite you to go to church where he goes. PEPOLE PLEASE IF YOU SEE HIM WALKING PLEASE GIVE HIM A RIDE ,I PROMISE HE ISNT GOING TO HURT YOU . you will actually feel blessed. WE LOVE YOU LARRY GLAD YOUR BACK . GOD IS GREAT!

  4. I seen Larry on Tueday and he was walking across the street at Food Lion . I stopped and I said Larry what are you doing walking the street you need be home resting. He laughed. Then I ask him if he would like for me drive him home in the Davis Chapel area . . He was telling me bout the accident he was in . He said it knocked both my shoes off I’m telling you that happen. We talked bout God. He Loves his Harbor Church. He ask me the first time I ever meet him at the store if I went to church. I said yes. He invited me to his. I cried when I left the driveway. He said he never has no-one talk to that is why he gets out. He’s lonely.. He said I walk to the harbor every day. . God bless Larry

  5. Was so good to see Larry walk in corner market the other day . his smile will put a smile on your face..

  6. I went to school with Larry. He was and still is one of the best guys I know. I love running into him at Corner Market and Church. I’m so thankful that is is okay. ❤️

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