Larry L. Edwards

Larry L. Edwards, 88, of Canton, passed away on September 14, 2026 at his residence. He was born on July 8, 1938 in Chandlerville, Illinois to Harry and Gladys (Dearing) Edwards. Larry married Patricia Widger on June 28, 1959 in Canton. She preceded him in death on March 24, 1998. Also preceding in death were his parents, two brothers; Bill and Byron and sister Carolyn (late Bob) Runyon.

Surviving are two children; Robert L. (Lisa) Edwards of Mt. Pulaski, IL and Teresa L. (Charles) Osborne of Canton, brother Donnie (Sundra) Edwards of Florida, four grandchildren; Molly (Sarah) Edwards, Mikayla (Enrique) Osborne, Lacey Edwards and John Osborne.

Larry later married Carolyn Maricle on June 1, 2002 in Canton. She preceded him in death on January 5, 2026. Surviving are her children Chad (Jane) Phillips of Bloomington, Staci (Tim) Seward of Canton and step-grandchildren Brenen, Katrina and Isabelle.

Larry worked at Caterpillar as a receiving clerk for 35 plus years, retiring in 1993. He was a member of First Christian Church in Canton and belonged to the bowling association. Larry was a veteran serving as a Sergeant in the Army. He enjoyed being outside, going to car shows, gardening and traveling. He especially enjoyed spending time with family, playing skip-bo, camping and completing puzzles. Larry was blessed with great friends who enjoyed playing cards and camping over the years. He had fond memories of our annual turkey cookouts and luncheons with friends.

Services will be 2 pm, Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory, where visitation will be held one hour prior to services. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery in Canton. Memorials can be made to A.M.L. (Acute Myeloid Leukemia) Research or to Peoria Area Honor Flight. To view Larry’s DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com