Lawrence "Larry" E. McGinnis
February 19, 1944 — May 27, 2016
Lawrence “Larry” E. McGinnis, 72, of Hillsdale, IL, died Friday, May 27, 2016, at home.
Per his wishes cremation rites have been accorded and private burial will take place at a later time at the National Cemetery on the Rock Island Arsenal. Memorials may be made to Geneseo Humane Society. Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd. in Moline is assisting the family with arrangements.
Larry was born on February 19, 1944, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Edward and Vera Phillips McGinnis. He married Susan Beetem on September 3, 1966 in Dubuque.
Larry was retired. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Larry loved NASCAR, camping and working on golf carts.
Survivors include his loving wife of 49 ½ years, Susan
Son Bill(Joanna) McGinnis
Daughters Dawn Hall
Terri Massa
Cheri (Rick) Kessler
11 Grandchildren
2 Great grandchildren
Sister: Shirley Pottebaum
Brothers: James McGinnis and Wayne McGinnis
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister: Barbra Pregler; Brothers-in-law: Don Pregler and Leo Pottebaum.