Dr. Larry R. Moorman, deeply loved by his family, patients, and colleagues, passed away peacefully at his home on June 11th, 2025 surrounded by his wife and his children at the age of 80.
He was born on November 20, 1944, in Douglas, Georgia, to Ross G. Moorman, Sr. and Billie Russell Moorman. He attended South Georgia College, where he played on the golf team that won the state championship both years he was a member, and he was named Georgia Junior Champion. He earned a degree in biology from Valdosta State University and his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Baroness Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Dr. Moorman began his career in ophthalmology in his hometown of Douglas in 1975 and moved to Tifton in 1978 to open his own practice. He cared deeply for his patients, staff, and colleagues, practicing medicine with kindness, generosity, and compassion until his retirement in 2017. Known for his dedication, he often gave patients his personal phone number and met them after hours to ensure they received the care they needed.
Dr. Moorman’s greatest joy was his family. He loved his wife of 32 years, Debra (GA2A Life Member), his four children and their spouses—Rusty (Amanda), Jonathan (Melissa), Jennifer (Jason), and Alex (Richard)—his five grandchildren, Ethan, Corey, Chad, Mary Madison, and Kelly, and his beloved Scottish Terrier, Lily. He was happiest when surrounded by them.
Businessman, philanthropist, and friend, Dr. Moorman gave freely of his time, resources, and heart—quietly supporting others through acts of compassion, steady generosity, and a deep desire to ease burdens where he could. He also believed strongly in the value of education. He established two scholarships: a general academic scholarship at Abraham Baldwin College, and in honor of his late wife, the Renee H. Moorman Nursing Scholarship at Tift Regional Medical Center to support LPNs pursuing RN degrees.
In addition to his dedication to education and healthcare, Dr. Moorman had a lifelong love of golf. He enjoyed the game both as a player and as the former owner of Forest Lakes Golf Club, where he took great pride in helping rehabilitate and revitalize the course for the community. In 2002, Dr. Moorman generously donated the golf course to Abraham Baldwin College, ensuring it would support educational programs and remain a place of enjoyment for the community he loved.
Staunch supporters of the 2nd Amendment, Dr and Mrs Moorman hosted one of the first luncheons of the young GCO at their restaurant at the Forest Lakes Golf Club. They went on to support GCO and then GA2A throughout the years by underwriting prizes and auction items at annual conventions and chapter dinners. Dr Moorman will be remembered and missed by all who knew and loved him.