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Larry Harrison Obituary

Harrison, Larry D. age 56, after a courageous battle with cancer, of Elgin, highly decorated 19 year veteran police officer with the Cook County Sheriff's Police Department. Loving husband of Margaret "Peggy" (nee Vonesh), adored dad of Molly and Sarah Harrison, cherished brother of Doris (Scott) Roberts, Judy Hall and the late Shelby Wilson, dearest son of the late Dorothy Highland, and devoted son-in-law of Marilyn Vonesh, dear brother-in-law and uncle to many. Trusted friend to all. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 9 p.m. (Wake service and Police walk through 7 p.m.), at the Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cermak Rd. (2 blks. west of Mannheim), Westchester. Family and friends are asked to meet on Monday, at St. Giles Church, 1045 Columbian Ave., Oak Park for a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Officer Harrison was the proud recipient of the Cook County Sheriff's Meritorious Service Award in October 2005. Please omit flowers. Funeral Info., Riverside Funeral Directors, Brian D. Kuratko Director. 708-F-U-N-E-R-A-L.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 20 to Jan. 22, 2006.

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Lyssa Lynn

February 13, 2006

Hey I'm Sarah's best friend and neighbor. Mr. Harrison was a great man and friend and dad and all the rest that would take up a whole book to describe how wonderful he was. He always has a place in my heart and I'm always here for you Sarah if you're reading this. Whoops! Got to go. Luv everyone,

Lyssa

BRANDON MEDOW

January 30, 2006

I Met Larry about 25 years ago during the course of my duties in Law Enforcement

To make a long story short he was a gentleman and a class act, rare to find in a job like mine.



I havent seen him in several years but learned today of his passing



I am truly sorry for your loss

Lorene Sandelin

January 26, 2006

Dear Peggy, Molly and Sarah,

We haven't seen each other in a quite a while, but I wanted to make sure to send our deepest sympathy on the loss of Larry. Morgan came home with the news on Monday from mutual friends of Molly. We were very saddened by the news and want you to know you and the girls are in our prayers.

Love,

The Sandelins

Steve, Lorene, Taylor, Morgan & Matthew

Grace Knapp

January 25, 2006

Dear Mrs. Harrison,



I am very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I am Lt. Grace Knapp. I lost my beloved husband, Ofr.James Knapp (CCSPD) on 04 Jan.06. I had the pleasure of knowing Larry and working with him over the years. I also was lucky enough to meet your two lovely daughters. Larry had them with him at work one day at Maywood. Larry was very much admired by all who knew him. He fought the fight so bravely. He now rests in Heaven with my Jim (our two angels). I truly understand what yiu are going through. I'll say a prayer for Lsrry, you and the family daily. If you need someone to talk to, please reach out for me. You can get my number through the Sheriff's Department. God bless you all,



Grace

Kevin Morison

January 23, 2006

Dear Peggy and children, Harrison family,

Just a brief line to express my condolences at the loss of Larry, what a great guy and a true gentleman. I haven't seen Larry in several years and am greatly saddened by his passing but do believe that we all now have another Angel above protecting us and guiding us.

God Bless All of You

Kevin Morrison-CPD

Pattie Castiglione

January 22, 2006

My prayer,s are with you and the girls today.I met Larry while I worked at Palitine Mobil,I felt as tho I know you as well,My fondest memory is when Molly was born,He smiled from ear to ear,I,m so very sorry, Pattie.

Kathy (Reilly) Martinez

January 22, 2006

Dear Peggy and girls,

I spoke with Tom McCarthy and he told me about the loss of your husband. I am so sorry and will be praying for you and your family. Kathy Reilly Martinez

LaVerne Highland

January 22, 2006

Peggy,Molly and Sarah,Im so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

LaVerne Highland

Mary Jane Goldthwaite-McCampbell

January 22, 2006

Dear Peggy,Girls and Family,

We are inspired by your strength, and sustained courage. Larry shared his best and touched so many lives in his work and family life that we will continue to celebrate him forever. The stories of Larry will definetly continue to reign.



Much Love,

Mary Jane Goldthwaite

From the Staff of Conboy's Westchester Funeral Home Funeral Home

January 22, 2006

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Pamela Melko

January 21, 2006

Dear Peggy, Molly & Sarah, Although we never met,Larry was my cousin. I was so sad to hear of his death. My sympathy goes out to the family. We will never forget that great smile he always had. Pam Melko

Chris DiLillo

January 21, 2006

Dear Peggy, Molly, and Sarah,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.



Ken, Chris, Emily, Sarah and Nicholas

Thomas McCarthy

January 21, 2006

Dear Peggy, Molly, Sarah, and all the Harrison Family,

I can't add much more to what other's have already said about Larry's character. He was an amazing man. I will miss him. Since he had to leave us, I hope he took the Magi ornament with him. My love and prayers are with him and all his family.



Love,

Tom

Thomas McCarthy

January 21, 2006

Dear Peggy, Molly, Sarah and all the Harrison Family,

I can't add much more than what others have all ready stated about Larry's character. He was an amazing man. I will miss him. Since he had to leave us, I hope he took the Magi ornament with him. My love and prayers are with him and all his family.



Much Love,

Tom

Jane Troller Wood

January 21, 2006

Dear Peggy, Molly and Sarah,



I am honored to have known Larry and know that he will be missed very much in this life. I hope that the wonderful memories of his life keep you comforted in this time of sorrow--the times that have made you laugh, the times that have made you so proud, the times that have made you feel so loved. He may be gone physically from you now, but he will always be with you. And so will we as your friends.



Our love and prayers are with you....love, Jane & Mike

Mary Ann Teister

January 21, 2006

Peggy, Our deepest condolences to you and the girls. We didn't know Larry well but what we knew, he was a great guy. You are all in our prayers. Tim and Mary Ann (Zickenheiner) Teister

Larry at McCarthy's Christmas Party 2000

January 21, 2006

Larry and Peg - November 2005

JoAnn Pastorius

January 20, 2006

Peg,Molly and Sarah:
Words cannot express how deeply sad our family feels for the loss of your husband,dad and such a great man. He is at peace with God now. I can assure you that Larry will be watching over his girls even closer now especially since God will help him out a bit.
Love to you,
John,JoAnn,Katie,Anni
e and Dan

Rich and Donna (Corcoran) Kiraly

January 20, 2006

Dear Peggy, Molly, and Sarah,



Larry was such a wonderful guy. We have never met any who was more devoted to his family, loved his job more, and who had the courage of a tiger - all three in one person. And his stories.... who could forget how he made us laugh - and how he helped us to appreciate all the very fine people in uniform who serve us everyday. We will never forget him. He has made his mark on our hearts.



We are confident that he has made it to the mountaintop and is now truly dancing. His love and devotion will be with you forever.



Our deepest condolences are with you. God bless you and keep you always.

Robert Jacobsen - CCSPD, Retired

January 20, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Larry's family on their loss.

Ashley DiSanti

January 20, 2006

Dear Peggy, and girls, my deepest sympathies to you all. Larry was a wonderful person and friend to everyone, I know everyone will miss the smile on his face, and the friendship and comfort that he gave to everyone. He was a hero in my eyes will be missed dearly by myself and everyone that knew him. You three take care of yourselves, and if you need anything just let me know. You are in my prayers.

Don & Collette Evans

January 20, 2006

Dear Peggy, Molly and Sarah: Our deepest sympathy to all of you. You have wonderful memories of you husband/father and that will be a comfort to you in the days and years to come.

Vicki and Jim Simkins

January 20, 2006

Peggy,



Our thoughts and paryers are with you all at this time. We're greatful we were able to be a part of the wonderful memories you both created.

Jeanne

January 20, 2006

Our love to you and continuing prayers.

Mary Fischl

January 20, 2006

Peggy & family:



Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your husband, Larry. Our prayers are with you and your daughters.



Mary(Vonesh) & Ken Fischl

Michael & Laura Raucci

January 20, 2006

Peggy and Family,

Our deepest condolences go out to you in this extremely difficult time. Larry was a very compassionate man and will be dearly missed. We will keep you all in our prayers.

Carri Laird

January 20, 2006

Harrison Family,

Our sympathy is with all of you at this difficult time. We will be praying for you. God bless you and your family.

Rob, Carri, Jessica, Jillian and Patrick Laird

Kathy Lindstrom-Reo

January 20, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We know how much Larry will be missed. How blessed we are to have known him.

...The one who sits on the throne will shelter them.

They will not hunger and thirst anymore, nor will the sun or any heat strike them. For the Lamb of God who is in the center of the throne will sheperd them and lead them to springs of life giving water, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Rev. 7:15-17

God Bless you, Larry

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