In loving memory of

Larry G. O'Connell
May 13, 1970 - April 8, 2022

Larry G. O'Connell, 51, of Edwards, passed away at 2:38 p.m., on Friday, April 8, 2022, at his home.
He was born on May 13, 1970, in Peoria, to John R. O'Connell, Sr., and Doria (Grubb) Malmgren.
He is survived by three children, Heather Slater of Canton, Andrew (Laura Theyse) O'Connell of Cuba, and Jersey Putman of Galesburg; two brothers, John (Shellie) O'Connell and Math Smith; two sisters, Crystal (the late Delbert) Plain and Kelly (Doug Bowman) O'Connell; two grandchildren, Haleigh Davis and Jonas Hall; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Danny (Denise) O'Connell.
Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no services at this time.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to his children. To leave online condolences, please visit, oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Elmwood is in charge of arrangements.

Tributes

Jaden wrote on Sep 29, 2022:

"It\'s been almost 6 months since he passed and I still replay every single memory in my mind to this day. Love you dad (Jersey) "

Matt smith wrote on Aug 3, 2022:

"You meant more to me than I\'ll ever be able to express "

Mary P. wrote on Apr 11, 2022:

"Kelly, Heather & Andrew I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother (Kelly) and father (Heather & Andrew). He was a good person and he will be missed, may he rest in peace. I will keep you in my blessings."

Alan Combites wrote on Apr 10, 2022:

"So sorry for the loss of your Father, Heather, and the O'Connell family! "

melanie cox wrote on Apr 10, 2022:

"sorry for the loss of your dad Heather i hope god wraps his arms around you in this difficult time"

melanie cox wrote on Apr 10, 2022:

"Heather im so sorry for the loss of your dad. may god wrap his arms around you in this diffcult time. he was a nice man "

Pam Riggs wrote on Apr 10, 2022:

"I?m so sorry for your loss. "

Dan Taylor wrote on Apr 9, 2022:

"Larry was a great Security Guard and an even better friend. RIP brother. Dan Taylor "

Dayle Sarnes wrote on Apr 9, 2022:

"Sorry for your loss.. "