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1940
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2019
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Larry McMaster Obituary
Larry E. McMaster, 78, of Rockford, passed away March 11, 2019 at Mercy Health Hospital, Riverside Campus. Born April 17, 1940 in Rockton, IL, the son of Lyle & Mildred (Nellie) McMaster. Graduated West High School, class of 1958. After graduation, he enlisted in the US Air Force and served until retiring honorably in 1979. Married Esther E. Beeton on Oct. 7, 1977 in Biloxi, MS. He worked for Northland (later Midland Paper Company) in Rockford for 21 years, retiring in 2002. Larry enjoyed spending time vacationing and with his family.
Survivors include children - Cathy Langson, James (Kathy) McMaster, Tracy (Johnnie) Pierce, Sharon (Danny) Webster, Kelly McMaster and Craig McMaster; 22 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren; special niece Carol Richardson-Austin. Predeceased by parents, wife, one brother, five sisters and son-in-law.
Private family services will be held at a later date. Inurnment private. Arrangements by Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, 3910 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford, IL 61103 – Send online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.
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Shellie Anderson
March 7, 2022
To one of the greatest men I have known. What a gentleman giant my Uncle L was. He is always in my heart and always will be. Until we meet again Uncle L. Sending huge love to my American family especially on the 11th and early other day of the year. Love you all xxxx
Miss You both so much Mr & Mrs McMaster xxxx
March 15, 2019
Uncle Larry I will miss you forever. Please hug all the family and tell them we will see them again. Love you forever.
Valerie Cole
March 14, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Larry was always such a good person. He touched a lot of lives and his memory will live on in those that love and care for him.
March 14, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Larry ( and Esther) were some of our favorite customers to stop in the office. Always a smile and warm friendly conversations. Truly missed, my thoughts and prayers to your family during thiis difficult time.
Dean Badorek
Dawn Cole
March 14, 2019
Cathy,Tracy,Jimmy,Sharon,Craig and Kelly,
You all are in my thoughts and prayers daily. I pray that you all find Peace and comfort in the coming days. I will forever hold the fond memories I have of Mr. Mac and Miss Esther in my heart. Let me tell you Heaven better watch out...our parents together again...Goodness...LOOK OUT! Luv to all.
Dawn Huckaby Cole
Shellie Anderson
March 14, 2019
To my American man.
May you rest in peace and now you can hold hands with Aunty E forever and always. Until we meet again. Love and miss you always
Shellie, Jay and families xxxxxx
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