Larry was born in Elmwood, IL, to Raymond and LaVeda Miles on September 3, 1941. He graduated from Elmwood High School and joined the Army. He was an Illinois State Trooper, retiring as a Master Trooper and with many marksmen awards. After retiring, he had many jobs, including semi-driver, security officer, and cab driver.
Larry married Nancy Langbehn. They had two sons, Scott and Peter. He later married Deanna Randall. They had a daughter, Megan.
Larry never met a stranger and could talk to anyone about anything. He will be remembered for his unique sense of humor and views on life. He loved collecting things and his family and friends.
Larry is survived by one son, Scott (Felicia) Miles; one daughter, Megan Miles; one daughter-in-law, Destiny Miles; one sister-in-law, Helen Miles; seven grandchildren, Morgan, Cliff, Mike, Clint, Hanna, Kaitlyn, Kyrie; and four great-grandchildren, Gracee, Maverick, Maggie, and Matthew.
Larry is preceded in death by his parents; one son, Peter Miles; one brother, Lee Miles; one sister, Peg Miles; one sister-in-law, Karen Miles; and two granddaughters, Lacey Miles and Cheyenne Miles.
A graveside service with military honors will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Lehigh Cemetery in rural Elmwood.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alpha Meals on Wheels.
To leave an online condolence, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Elmwood is in charge of arrangements.
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