Larry Keith Woodland, age 77, of Sesser, Illinois, passed away November 5, 2022, surrounded by family.
He graduated Benton High School in 1963. Soon after, he enlisted with the National Guard, followed by a 32-year career as a coal miner for Freeman Coal. During his coal mining career, he and his wife, Verna, opened Woodland’s Furniture and Paint in Sesser, and an HVAC service company.
He had many interests and was gifted with a vast array of knowledge and skills. Early in his life, he spent many hours in the garage learning and working with his dad on anything that had a motor. He later developed his expertise in welding, electricity, diesel engine repair, HVAC, fabrication, and woodworking. He was always eager to help, and his generosity knew no boundaries.
He will be missed by his wife Verna Mae, and children Renee (Eric) Volkmann, Leigh Anne (Scott) Bailey, Amanda (Chad Duckwiler/Mark Pace) Pace, Aaron Woodland; 10 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, brothers Dan (Marianna) Woodland and Dave (Susan) Woodland. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Helen Woodland, and nephew Matthew Woodland.
Funeral services for Larry will be on Wednesday November 9, 2022 at 1 PM at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser with Rev. Ernie Lewis officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at 1:00 PM. Burial will be at Horse Prairie Cemetery in Sesser.
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