Larry Oerkfitz's obituary , Passed away on May 13, 2026 in Harvard, Illinois

Larry Oerkfitz

August 11, 1947 - May 13, 2026 (78 years old)

Harvard, Illinois

Larry Oerkfitz's obituary , Passed away on May 13, 2026 in Harvard, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Saunders & McFarlin Funeral Home

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Larry Oerkfitz

August 11, 1947 - May 13, 2026 (78 years old)

Harvard, Illinois

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In loving memory of Larry Oerkfitz of Harvard, Illinois, who departed this world on May 13, 2026 at the age of 78. Larry leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Larry Oerkfitz to pay them a last tribute.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Clarence Oerkfitz and Margaret Oerkfitz (Ehrke); his wife Helen Elaine Burton; his sons, Chad (Melissa), Josh (Toni) and Nick (Ashley); his grandchildren, Riley, Justin, Bentley, Sydney and Brody Oerkfitz; his sister Judy Pfingsten of Monroe, WI; and his siblings-in-law, Marilyn Oerkfitz of Crystal Lake, IL, Pat Oerkfitz of Crystal Lake, IL, Donna Oerkfitz of Woodstock, IL, Everett Burton of Elkhorn, WI and Betty Drafz of Florida. He was also cherished by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and numerous cherished friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Larry's honor to the Music Ministry at Trinity Lutheran Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Saunders & McFarlin Funeral Home



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Tue

May 19

Visitation

Saunders & McFarlin Funeral Home
107 W Sumner St, Harvard, IL 60033

Wed

May 20

Visitation

Trinity Lutheran Church
504 E Diggins St, Harvard, IL 60033

Wed

May 20

Funeral service

Trinity Lutheran Church
504 E Diggins St, Harvard, IL 60033

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