Larry Allen Kearbey

Larry Allen Kearbey obituary, Wood River, IL

Larry Allen Kearbey

Larry Kearbey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Marks Mortuary on Jul. 17, 2025.

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Larry A. Kearbey, 64, passed away July 16, 2025 at Alton Memorial Hospital.
Born June 24, 1961 in St. Louis, he was the son of Raymond F. and Mildred (LeGrand) Kearbey.
A U.S. Army veteran, he had been employed as a Security Guard for Hudson Security before retiring.
On August 16. 2002 in Edwardsville, he married Theresa Boyster. She survives.
Surviving also are a daughter, Crystal Kearbey; grandchild, Jesse McFadden; three brothers, Raymond "Butch" (Lynn) Kearbey, Clifford Kearbey, William "Bill" Kearbey; sister, Vicki Kruep; seven nephews; and two nieces.
Visitation will be from11 am-1 pm, Saturday, July 19 at Marks Mortuary in Wood River.
Private Interment will be in Wanda Cemetery in South Roxana.
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