Larry Buhs Obituary
The world bids farewell to Larry Buhs (Alton, Illinois), departing on May 5, 2026 at the age of 85. Larry leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Edwin Buhs and Ella Buhs (Meyer); and his siblings, Donald Buhs, Jean Bertels and Maxine Sauerwein.
He is survived by: his wife Carol Sue Churchill; his daughters, Pamela DeAngelo (Tony) of Shiloh, Cindy St. Peters of Brighton, Dr. Stephanie Monroe (Joe) of Godfrey and Rebecca Robeen (Wayne) of Godfrey; his grandchildren, Brianna Nitz (Brandon), Captain Nicholas DeAngelo (Sally), Alex St. Peters, Hannah Berrey (Andrew), Jacob St. Peters (Sydney Mossman), Ryan St. Peters (Dylan), Bella Monroe, Christian Monroe, Cody West (Megan) and Larry Austin West (Courtney); his great grandchildren, Reed, Juniper, Silas Nitz, Jackson St. Peters, Theodore Berrey, Olivia, Henry West and Letty Sue West; and his brother Robert Buhs (Carol) of Godfrey. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 17th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Gent Funeral Home (2409 State St, Alton, IL 62002). A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 17th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Alton Wood River Sportsman's Club.
