Larry Lester Gillian, age 76, a longtime resident of Newnan passed away on Sept. 5 2012 in Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta. A native of Swainsboro, Georgia, he was born August 5, 1936; the son of the late Evan and Annie Beckworth Gillian. He was a United States Air Force Veteran and served a four year term of service in Europe during the Cold War era. After his military service, he attended and was a graduate of the Georgia Institute of Technology with a degree as an Industrial Engineer. Mr. Gillian retired after 30 years with Monsanto Chemical Company and its subsequent division, Solutia. Larry developed the contract carpet business for Monsato and initiated the "DOC" awards that recognize outstanding accomplishments of interior design in the commercial carpet business. He was awarded the lifetime achievement award in 2001 for his work with designers. He was a longtime member of Central Baptist Church of Newnan and a vital member of The Chancel Choir. He also served three years on the board of deacons. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother Robert Gillian and son-in-law Tim Abernathy. Larry is survived by his wife of forty nine years, Judy Campbell Gillian. His daughters are Leah Brady and her husband Bill and Dana Andrews and her husband Chris. He cherished his grandchildren Hayes, Kaley, Gillian, Evelyn, Kelsey, Garth and Katie. Also surviving are his three brothers Jack, Kenneth, and Raley. There is a large extended family of nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements are by McKoon Funeral Home at 38 Jackson Street in Newnan. The memorial service for Mr. Gillian will be on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at 2:00 PM in the sanctuary of Central Baptist Church in Newnan with Dr. Joel E. Richardson officiating. There will be a reception following that service in the church fellowship hall. The interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that memorial contributions may be made to Central Baptist Church P.O. Box 1221 Newnan, GA 30264 to benefit either the music ministry or the Boy Scout program. Online condolences may be expressed at www.mckoon.com. McKoon Funeral Home