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Cheryl Larkin

1955 - 2018

BORN

1955

DIED

2018

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Overman-Jones Funeral Home

15219 South Joliet Road

Plainfield, Illinois

Cheryl Larkin Obituary

Larkin, Cheryl Anne Age 63, a resident of Plainfield, IL since 1996 and formerly of Richton Park, IL, passed away on August 29, 2018. She was born on August 6, 1955 in Harvey, IL. Cheryl is survived by her devoted husband of 45 years, Larry; her loving children, Christina (Dale) Best of Minooka, IL and Sean (Erica) Larkin of Bloomington, IL; her cherished grandchildren, Chloe and Brynnleigh Best, Audrey Larkin; her dear siblings, Jan Pritchard, Patti Borner, Ross Pritchard, Craig (Margaret) Pritchard and Laurie (David) Holmquist; her brothers-in-law, William (Dusty) Larkin and Robert (Suzy) Larkin; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and great friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Genevieve Pritchard; her brother-in-law, Albert Larkin. Cheryl dedicated her life to children, especially her own. She was an active member of LifeSpring Community Church, Plainfield and truly enjoyed working in the daycare there. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. For those who would like to leave a lasting tribute to Cheryl's life, memorials to March of Dimes, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Special Olympics would be greatly appreciated. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 2, 2:00 until 6:00 PM at the Overman-Jones Funeral Home, corner of Routes 30 & 59, Plainfield. A celebration of Cheryl's life will follow at 6:00 PM at the funeral home. All are welcome to process from the funeral home on Monday, September 3, 9:00 AM from the funeral home to the 10:00 AM committal service at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. For information please call 815-436-9221 or visit www.overman-jones.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 31, 2018.

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Dawn Burke

September 9, 2018

To the family and friends of Cheryl. My deepest and sincere condolences to you.
Cheryl was a good woman. She was kind, friendly, cooperative and helpful. She's always been a good manager of Hawthorne Ridge Apartments. She will be deeply missed. Sorry for your loss.

Merry Marzano

September 3, 2018

Cheryl,
Thank you for your kindness, patience, & services. You touched many hearts.
You are greatly appreciated & Deeply Missed!
God bless you
RIP

Mary Ruf

September 1, 2018

To the famiy my condolences and prayers
Cheryl will be missed.she was a kind and caring person. She worked at Hawthorne Ridge Apts.for many many yrs.we all loved her she kept this place together...there r alot of us that been here as long as she has been working here.....God Bless Cheryl may she rest in peace❤ thank u for being so kind to us...

Z L

September 1, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

Your neighbor...

August 31, 2018

Our sincere condolences to the Larkin family in the loss of your dear love one. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day.
- Psalms 145:18,19

August 31, 2018

I'm truly sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you all. Is 61:1,2

TW

A D

August 31, 2018

My deepest sympathies to the family. You can find comfort in knowing, our Heavenly Father has promised we will see our love ones again (Acts 21:15).

Abby

August 31, 2018

Dear friends and family of Cheryl,
My condolences to the family. This is a troubling and difficult time, but there is someone that you can throw your anxieties on. May you find comfort from 1 Peter 5:6,7 God wants us to pray to him and let him know our distress because he cares for us. Best wishes.

Leah J.

August 31, 2018

I would like to offer my condolences to the Larkin family during this difficult time.May family and god help you all to heal. 2 Cor. 1:3 helps us to lean on god who is The God Of all Comfort.

August 31, 2018

I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May God comfort you and give you peace during this most difficult time.

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Memorial Events
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Sep

2

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Overman-Jones Funeral Home

15219 South Joliet Road, Plainfield, IL 60544

Sep

2

Celebration of Life

6:00 p.m.

Overman-Jones Funeral Home

15219 South Joliet Road, Plainfield, IL 60544

Sep

3

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

Overman-Jones Funeral Home

15219 South Joliet Road, Plainfield, IL 60544

Sep

3

Committal

10:00 a.m.

Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery

Elwood, IL

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15219 South Joliet Road, Plainfield, IL 60544

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