Lawrence Thomas McGinn, 78, of Sterling, Illinois died Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Allure of Prophetstown.

Larry was born May 16, 1948 in Sterling, the son of Arthur J. And Marion L. McGinn. He served in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. Larry was a graduate of Newman High School and Sauk Valley College.

From 1976-1986 Larry lived in Montana where he was employed at Bob Marshall Wilderness and Glacier National Park, doing forestry and firefighting work. Larry was a loving, giving Christian man who was heavily involved in doing God’s work including driving a bus and being active within ministries at the Nazarene Church. He also helped to coach a Boy’s baseball team for the park service. He operated a painting business and A-Ok Cab service, through which he stayed true to his commitment to God, and continued to spread His word and help others find their way. He loved children and cracking good jokes (or bad ones) to elicit smiles from many of those whose paths he crossed.

Survivors include two sisters, Cindy McGinn of Worcester, Massachusetts and Sharon Frey of Newburg, Illinois; one brother Patrick McGinn and niece and Nephew Melissa Geisler and Troy Frey. He will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother Dennis and a sister Karen.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Graveside services will be held at Calvary Cemetery, with John Lira, officiating. Dates are pending and will be updated when confirmed.

A memorial has been established with Happy Tails Humane Society.

Condolences may be sent to www.schillingfuneralhome.com