Larry N. McAlister

Larry N. McAlister, 77, of Groton, passed away unexpectedly on November 12, 2026 at Cayuga Medical Center.

Larry was born October 11, 1949 in Sylacauga (Talladega County), Alabama, son of the late Isaac and Zula (Leggett) McAlister. He retired as a Senior Systems Architect for Lockheed Martin in Owego. In earlier years, Larry had worked on oil rigs and owned a surveying business in Egypt. A voracious reader since childhood, Larry was a learned individual and absorbed knowledge in topics both great and trivial!  He devoted his treasured time and love as a foster parent.

He is survived by his wife, Wilma (Smith) McAlister, of Groton, and stepchildren: Kathy (Matthew) Libbey, Cindy (Jeff) Edwards, Matthew (Tammy) Small and Dennis Small; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and step-sisters and brothers.  He is also survived by a special friend, Tom Billups.

At Larry's request, there are no public services.  Arrangements are with the Shurtleff Funeral Home, Groton, and online condolences may be shared with his family at www.shurtleffservices.com .

If you'd like to make a donation in Larry’s name to the American Diabetes Association (https://American Diabetes Association) or the American Kidney Association (https://www.kidneyfund.org), it will be appreciated.