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Funeral: 11 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2015 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 6-8 p.m Friday, July 17, 2015 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Elmwood Cemetery
Larry Gene Tadlock, age 62, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Friday, July 10, 2015, at his home, in the loving care of his family.
Larry was born March 27, 1953, in Flora, the son of Buster Burl and Faye (Burgess) Tadlock. He married Denise Dale Plumlee on Dec. 29, 1979, at Faith Lutheran Church in Flora, and they celebrated their 35th anniversary last year.
During his youth, he helped his family on their farm in Wayne County. He attended Eastern Illinois and Sangamon State Universities, and took a job at IMB Bank in Springfield before joining Denise’s father in his Golden Rule Insurance business in Flora. Larry and Denise operated “Great Expectations,” an ice cream shop and bookstore, but Larry ultimately found a career as a car salesman, which was a great fit with his knowledge and interest in automobiles. He is remembered for his beautiful singing voice, and along with being asked to perform at weddings and events over the years, he collaborated with Floyd C. Smith in the group, “The Kids From Flora.” Larry was a member of the Flora Community of Christ Church. He enjoyed gardening and grilling out, was a caring husband, father and grandfather, and with his friendly way of striking up a conversation he was truly not a stranger to anyone.
He is survived by his wife: Denise Tadlock of Flora; a son: Corey (Marsha) Tadlock of Highland Park; a daughter: Caitlin Tadlock of St. Louis, Missouri; a granddaughter: Ellie Tadlock; and 2 sisters: Betty (Larry) Stanley of Flora and Kay (Jerry) Banhart of Des Moines, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister: Marilyn.
A funeral service for Larry Tadlock will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2015, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to Clay County Hospice or the Clay County Cancer Crusaders. To share a memory or condolence with the family, please visit www.frankandbright.com.
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Larry and I spent much time together when we were younger. I saw him last September (Labor Day, 2014) and was glad to see his smile and hear his laughter and remember the great times from years past that helped form our friendship. I am glad he was in my life. My life has been forever enriched and blessed because of this treasured friend. Thank you, Larry, for sharing our lives. Mark Henson
We are do sorry for your loss. Prayers for your Family.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you!
Rest in peace Larry.
So sorry for your loss Denise! Larry was one of my neighbors and first childhood friends, many fun memories as country kids...prayers of comfort to you and all.
Very sorry for Larrys passing.We were friends for a long time. M
Denise. I'm so sorry for your loss.. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
So very sorry for your loss. He was a sweet sweet soul!
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who love, and will miss him.
Sorry for your loss. Mike enjoyed having coffee with Larry at McDonald's. Prayers for you and your family. Blessings
I went all through 12 years of school with Larry. Remember he could sing "Old Man River" so well. So very sorry for your loss.
We are so sorry about larry. He loved to laugh and have a good time, and knew him from way back. Condolences and prayers for Denise and all the family
So sorry for your loss
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss Larry's smiles and silly antics every time I met him on the road in my car:)
I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the good memories help you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Larry was a special man who will be sorely missed by all. We have many fond memories, from his beautiful voice contributing to our wedding day, to the many cars he sold us, to his cheerful bantering whenever we would run into him. He was truly one of a kind. Our condolences to the entire Tadlock family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Always have good memories of being neighbors with Larry and his parents.
Sorry for your loss. Larry was a very nice person and will be greatly missed. Prayers for your family.
We are so sorry for your loss. ..we are all thinking of you. .
Dennie I am so sorry for your loss. Mike and I had a lot of fun with both of you. My thoughts are and will be with you and your family.
We will miss Larry and his smile and wave each time he drove by. Always will appreciate the autos we purchased through Larry and the fun when we talked. He was super.
So sorry to hear of your loss!
So sorry for your loss. Larry was such a great man.
Many good times come to mind about Larry and our days as co-workers at Wilson Motor Sales. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time.
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Denise, Corey and Kaitlyn, Our hearts go out to you as you grieve your dear husband and father's passing. We praise God for Larry's imprint on the lives of his family and a host more of us. May the Lord uphold you in this distressing time in your lives and enable you to look forward to your reunion one day in heaven. Keeping you in our prayers. With love in Christ, Pastor Allen & Ginger
So sorry to hear this he was a great guy
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Larry was a fun loving cousin of mine and we enjoyed anytime we were all together as a family.
Larry will be greatly missed by the community, he was a joy to talk to. We are so sorry for your families loss.
He will be sadly missed by many, may he rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this very difficult time.
Denise-- Thinking about you and your family today.
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you.
Larry was always one of the cutest boys in high school. And one of the sweetest. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Larry. I really enjoyed waiting on him at the restaurant in Farina and talking to him about buying vehicles at Engels. Your family will be in our prayers. Doug and Patty Edwards
So very sorry for your loss. I am praying for all of you!
We are sorry for your loss, and we will keep you and your family in our prayers.
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Even though Larry and I are first cousins, we didn't get to see each other very often as I was older and moved 300 miles away after graduation.
I am so sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time
Denise, Corey, and Caitlin, I would extend my deepest sympathy to each of you. Larry was such a "good guy"! Always smiling and happy to greet you each time you met him. He will be missed. My special prayer is that God will grant you comfort and strength in the days ahead as you face this loss.
Keeping the family in prayer. Have known Larry and his sisters almost all my life. Lived close to his grandmother when growing up.
I am very sorry for your loss. Larry's laughter was a gift that I pray stays with you and your family forever.
So sorry for your loss. He was always so friendly with a big smile. We are keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Dear Denise and family, You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Sorry for your loss Denise. Sending prayers your way.
We are so sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed the times we talked with Larry. Our Prayers are with you. Kenny & Earline
Dear Deanie, So sorry to hear about Larry. I just want you to know that we are thinking of you and your family in your time of loss. God Bless You. Brent
Denise, Sorry for your loss. You have my sympathy.
Aunt Betty, so sorry to hear of his passing. I remember him as such a nice young man with an amazing voice. Thinking about you and all his family as you grieve his loss.
Larry was a fun, happy person. It was our pleasure being in his presence.
Deanie we are so sorry for your lose. Our prayers and thoughts are with you, Caitlin, Corey and family.
You are in our thoughts an prayers. Larry sure will be missed. Sorry for your loss
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was a great guy. We remember all the great Christmas parties at the Wilson's and all the fun we had. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Very sorry for your loss.
Deanie, Corey, Caitlin, and to the Tadlocks and Plumlees -- Hugs and prayers from Colorado. Thinking of you during this time. Larry was there when I was in my first (minor) auto accident at 17 years old, which happened right in front of Eagleson's Auto Dealership. I hit the car in front of me, immediately jumped out of the car, without putting it in park first. My car started to roll up curb and nearly ran into a new PT Cruiser sitting on their lot. Larry to the rescue! He jumped in my car and put it in park, about .2 second before it bumped into the PT Cruiser, saving the day. He just shook his head and took me inside. I'll never forget that. Prayers to all of you. Love, Becky
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