Larry Radant

Larry R. Radant, 78, of Roscoe, IL died at 2:22 pm Monday, May 6, 2024 in UW Swedish American Hospital after a brief illness. He was born July 11, 1945 in Madison, WI the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth and Mary Lou (Wirtanen) Radant. Larry graduated from Harlem High School Class of 1964. Larry entered into the US Navy Reserves and served until 1967. Married Helen Wines-McKee on December 27, 1985 in Rockford, IL. Larry retired from Rockford Bolt & Steel in 2008. Larry is a member of Shirland United Methodist Church where he served as a liturgist . He is a life member of the Beloit Rifle Club and the NRA. He is also a member of the Rockton American Legion Post #332 and the North American Hunting Club. Larry enjoyed Cowboy Shooting with the Beloit Rifle Club, and was also an avid pistol league shooter. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and most outdoor activities. Most of all, Larry enjoyed spending time with his family, his grandkids and great grandkids.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to John and Nancy Keen for all their help and support.

Survivors include: wife: Helen; sons David (Jannine) McKee, Doug (Deanna) McKee, Dennis (Lynn) McKee; daughters Trish Radant, Lori Radant, Darla Walsh; grandchildren Samantha (Landon) Smith, David (Breanna) McKee, Mark (Courtney) McKee, John (Kim) Wolfe, Christina Wolfe; 5 great grandchildren; brother Kenneth Radant; sister Diane Thomas; sister in law Lisa Radant; numerous nieces, nephews and good friends Roger and Shirley Hager. He is predeceased by his parents, brothers Roger Radant, Doug Radant and sister Pat Schwanke.

A Funeral Ceremony will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, May 17, 2024 in Shirland United Methodist Church, 8030 North Street, Shirland, IL with Reverend Leslie Stanford officiating. Burial will be in Shirland Township Cemetery. A visitation will be held at McCorkle Funeral Home - Rockton Chapel, 767 N. Blackhawk Blvd., Rockton, IL from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Thursday, May 16, 2024.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Shirland United Methodist Church, 8030 North Street, Shirland, IL 61079.