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Larry LaFayette Obituary
Larry W. LaFayette, 72, of Loves Park, passed away Monday, May 29, 2017. Born on September 9, 1944, in Rockford, son of Lincoln and Gunhild (Schlein) LaFayette. Married the former Barbara Decker. Larry was the owner of Eureka Window Cleaning, established in 1925, which he took over from his father. Larry was an avid golfer who enjoyed golfing with his son, grandsons and friends. He loved old, fast cars and was a NASCAR fan. Larry was always willing to help someone out, and he also enjoyed visiting with friends at the Riverside Dairy Queen and Doughboy Donuts on North Main Street. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Barbara; son, Lincoln (Wendy) and their children, Jordan (Kevin Roeckner), Kyle and Kaitlyn; son, Jamie (Dawn) and their children, Levi (Meagan) Fisher, Kendall and Brady LaFayette; daughter, Holly (Jim) Fiorini and their children, Alex, Nate and Adri; newborn great-grandson, Case (son of Levi and Meagan); brother, Jerry; sisters, Cynthia (Dennis) Laumer and Marcia (John) Carmichael. Predeceased by his parents.
Service will be at 12:30 p.m., Friday, June 2, 2017, with visitation from 10:30 a.m. until time of service in Honquest Family Funeral Home with Crematory, 4311 N. Mulford Road, Loves Park. Burial in Scandinavian Cemetery. To share a memory or express condolences, visit honquestfh.com.
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Ellen Roskopp
June 6, 2017
So sorry to hear if Larry passing. I knew him from McDonalds on Main. When I was pregnant years ago he would say he would deliver my baby. My husband and I would laugh. Super nice man.
Judy Provasi VanHeesch
June 3, 2017
My condolences to the families. I have known Larry since high school at West High. God Bless and comfort you.
Carol Fulkrod
June 2, 2017
Barb and family,
So sorry for your loss.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Let God's grace comfort you through this difficult time.
With warm regards.
Carol Fulkrod
John Leggero
June 1, 2017
My Condolences to the Family
Amy Russell-Rush
June 1, 2017
Sorry for your Family's loss. I remember him from the donut shop when I was little. Always loved visiting with him.
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