| Father | Daniel Thomas Larimore (b. 8 December 1923, d. 21 January 1988) |
| Mother | Mary Louise Reynolds (b. 28 June 1924, d. 11 January 1983) |
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| Son | Levi Ross |
| Son | Seth Ross |
| Son | Benjamin Ross |
Obituary (findagrave.com):
Carol Sue Ross,70, of Delavan, passed away and went home to her Lord on November 18, 2016 at her home.
Her earthly life has ended, but her eternal life has just begun. Her life was devoted to her Savior, Jesus Christ.
Carol was born July 7, 1946, the first child of Daniel T. and Mary Lou Reynolds Larimore.
In an unusual twist, she began and ended her life in the same house built by her dad. One of the greatest loves of her life was her relationship with her three sons and seven siblings.
Upon graduating from Delavan High School, Carol obtained a Bachelor Degree from the University of Alabama in Home Economics. She worked for the State of Illinois as a caseworker for the Department of Public Aid. While raising her sons, she earned a degree in nursing. The highpoint of her nursing career was working at Lincoln Developmental Center where she worked with developmentally and physically disabled adults. She found great reward in serving.
Carol's greatest joy was in being the mother of her three boys: Levi, Seth, and Ben. She welcomed any young person who needed a meal, bed, or hug. A special time in her life was her Friday night craft/movie night with her church girls, dubbed "Curlz Gurlz."
Prairie Bible Church was her second home and the congregation was her second family. Nothing warmed her heart more than talking about her love of Jesus.
Carol had many hobbies: knitting, crocheting, visiting her Alabama relatives, Bible study, and as her health declined, coloring adult coloring books.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jeff.
Those left to cherish her memory are her sons: Levi Ross (Leslie) of Chatham, IL, Seth Ross and Ben Ross, both of Delavan, IL. Her five sisters and brother: Lana (Will) Staelens, Darla (Ralph) Walters, Dana (Bob) Burton, Jacqui (Kevin) Dodson, Lori (Tom) Newman, and Dan (Aretta) Larimore; numerous nieces and nephews. She would always say to her family, "I love you more and always will."
Cremation has been accorded. A memorial service will be 10:00 am Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at Prairie Bible Church in Delavan. Her brother, Dan Larimore, will officiate. Visitation will be Monday, from 5-7 pm, also at the church. Burial will be in Prairie Rest Cemetery in Delavan. Davis-Oswald Funeral Home in Delavan is handling the arrangements.
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| Father | Daniel Thomas Larimore (b. 8 December 1923, d. 21 January 1988) |
| Mother | Mary Louise Reynolds (b. 28 June 1924, d. 11 January 1983) |
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Obituary - Peoria Journal Star, 23 OCT 2009, via findagrave.com:
DELAVAN, IL - Jeffrey Douglas Larimore of Delavan passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009.
Jeff's earthly life has ended, but his eternal life has just begun as he went home to be with his Lord. His life was devoted to his Savior, Jesus Christ.
Jeff was the seventh child of Daniel Thomas and Mary Lou Larimore, who preceded him in death. Born Nov. 6, 1961, at Hopedale Hospital, Jeff soon developed many hobbies and interests, including his love of dogs, horses, chickens, the Chicago Bears, photography, vacationing with his church buddies, and visiting relatives in Alabama.
Jeff graduated from Delavan High School in 1979. He then earned a college diploma in Christian Education at Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music. Upon returning to his hometown, he worked for the city of Delavan for the last 20 years. Most recently, he was promoted to the position of Public Services Superintendent.
Besides his brother and sisters, Jeff's second family was Prairie Bible Church, which he attended for the past 27 years. Jeff was an elder in the church, but his greatest love was working with the youth. He taught both Sunday school and Youth Ministry classes.
Jeff will be greatly missed by his loving family, sisters, Carol Ross, Lana (Will) Staelens, Darla (Ralph) Walters, Dana (Bob) Burton, Jacqui (Kevin) Dodson and Lori (Tom) Newman; and his brother, Dan (Aretta) Larimore. He leaves behind 15 nieces and nephews; and three great-nieces and -nephews.
He was "Unkie Jeff" to countless other young people.
His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at Prairie Bible Church in Delavan. Pastor Jeff Hawkins will officiate. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, also at the church. Davis Mortuary in Delavan is in charge of arrangements. Burial will be in Prairie Rest Cemetery in Delavan.
Memorials may be made to Prairie Bible Church.
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