Larry E. Shideman

Larry E. Shideman, 79, of Farmington, passed away at 8:49 AM on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on December 3, 1942 in Galesburg, IL to Warren and Carol (Babbitt) Shideman. He married Sally Martin on February 2, 1980 in Trivoli, IL. She survives.

He is also survived by five children, Holly Shideman of Farmington, Brooke (Jason) Thurman of Farmington, Larry (Angie) Shideman of Elmwood, Julie (Dave) Wagner of Elmwood, and Jackie (Tim) Harms of Elmwood; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; step-mother, Betty (Meade) Montgomery of Peoria; Father-in-law, Kenny Martin of Farmington.

He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Lynn Shideman; mother-in-law, Rena Martin.

Larry worked and retired from Caterpillar after 32 years. He later worked for Farmington Township. He graduated from Yates City High School. He was a member of the Farmington American Legion Post #140. He was an avid sports fan that never missed a Chicago Cubs or Illinois basketball game. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and time with family. A note from his loving family, life is going to be so different without you, we will miss you incredibly, that contagious smile, funny jokes, and being the most loving husband, dad, and papa. We will miss and love you forever. A heartfelt thank you from Larry’s family to Dr. Erin Martin, Angie and the entire staff. Also, a thank you to Unity Point Hospice Care.
Larry was a veteran of the United States Navy.

A private burial with military honors will be held at Oak Ridge Cemetery at a later date. John Mckinty will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded with Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL To view Larry’s DVD or to leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com