Larry Fay

Lawrence Thomas Fay, 94, of Rockton, IL passed peacefully in his home on February 17, 2025.

Larry was born on August 26, 1930 to Michael and Ann (Kehoe) Fay in Chicago, IL. He attended DePaul Academy, and proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean war. He attended Chicago Bears, Cubs and Blackhawks games and was a fan of NASCAR.

On October 6th, 1962, Larry married MaryEllen Casey. They had four children, Maureen (Jay), Timothy, Colleen (Frank) and John (Michelle). He was a dedicated father and proud Grandpa, never missing a game or event.

Larry lived an active life camping, woodworking, welding and tinkering in the garage. He was a helper, always ready to lend a hand. He was a Boy Scouts of America troop leader an active member of the Korean War Veterans Association Local Chapter 272 and a member of the American Legion. He was instrumental in getting a Korean War Memorial erected in the Rockford area. He worked at People's Light, Gas and Coke Company for 39 years, retiring in 1989.

Lawrence Fay is survived by his wife, MaryEllen. Children, Maureen & Jay Allabaugh, Timothy Fay, Colleen & Frank Boggs, John & Michelle Fay; Grandchildren Lindsay Liss, Frank "Tony" Boggs, Sarah Fay, Jessica & Mike Forsgren, John Michael & Samantha Fay, David Allabaugh, Michael Allabaugh, Paul Fay; Great-Grandchildren Rachel, Carter, Collin, Ian, Harley, Freya, Joanna, Andrew; sister-in-law Joanne Fay; numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael & Ann Fay, sister, Rita Ouska, brothers, James Fay and Donald Fay.

A Funeral Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 21, 2025 in St. Peter Catholic Church, 620 Blackhawk Blvd., South Beloit, IL with Fr. Rafael Parafina officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. at church on Friday. Burial in Floral Lawn Cemetery, South Beloit.