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Jim Larry, Jr.

November 7, 1947 - January 5, 2021

Jim Larry, Jr., 73, of Villa Ridge passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at Union County Hospital. Jim was born in Cairo, Illinois on November 7, 1947, to James M. Larry, Sr., and Gladys (Rainwater) Larry. He married Brenda Crown on August 7, 1971. He was a devoted husband and dad, and loving grandfather, and was known for his quick wit. Jim was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church where he was song leader for many years, and a Sunday School Teacher. He loved and fostered animals and was involved in the former Southern Illinois Pet Society. He was a lifelong grocer having worked at Kroger, Food Giant, Retail Sales, and Stop & Shop, retiring in 2019. He enjoyed the customers and even knew ahead of time what his customers wanted from the meat counter. He is survived by his wife, Brenda; son, Shawn Larry; grandsons, Ethan and Eric Larry; his brother, Darrell (Fern) Larry; sister, Sharon (Randy) Neely; nieces, nephews, and other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Cedric Larry on May 21, 2005. A pass through will be from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Friday, January 8, 2021 at Crain Funeral Home in Ullin. Rev. Terry Kern officiating, with interment following at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pulaski. Crain Funeral Home in Ullin is in charge of the arrangements.

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Jim Larry, Jr., 73, of Villa Ridge passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at Union County Hospital. Jim was born in Cairo, Illinois on November 7, 1947, to James M. Larry, Sr., and Gladys (Rainwater) Larry. He married Brenda Crown... View Obituary & Service Information

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