Larry Dean Sugars

Larry Dean Sugars, 88, of New Bedford, IL passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, at his home surrounded by family.

Larry was born on October 17, 1936, in Walnut, IL at his home to Delmar and Ester (Schrader) Sugars. He attended Manlius High School where he graduated in 1955. Larry then dedicated his life to being a hardworking man. He devoted 42 years to Frantz Manufacturing, 25 years to Schoff Farms and 10 years to BPART. Larry was never afraid of hard work and always found true satisfaction in his job.

A devoted husband, Larry, shared 53 beautiful years of marriage with the love of his life and best friend, Maxine. Married on October 1, 1971, they built a life full of warmth, laughter, and unwavering love.

In his free time, you could find Larry enjoying horseback riding, golfing, farming or spending time with family and friends. He brought joy wherever he went, never one to pass up a good time or turn down his favorite cigarette (Lucky Strike) or his favorite beverage (Busch Light). His laugh was infectious and his presence was magnetic. Larry was simply a delight to be around, as most would say he was the icon of New Bedford. He had a lot of friends that he appreciated and cherished throughout the years.

Larry is survived by his wife Maxine Sugars, New Bedford, IL; Six children, Rodney Sugars, New Bedford, IL, Steve Carrell, New Bedford, IL, Michelle (Brian) Shofner, Princeton, IL, Laurie (Pat) Wood, Princeton, IL, Vickie Sugars, Walnut, IL, Troy Sugars, New Bedford, IL; Bonus son, Mike Prince, Wyanet, IL; Eight grandchildren, Amber (Jamie) Buss, El Paso, IL, Emily (Mike) Zuhr, Inverness, IL, Courtlynn Carrell, Sheffield, IL, Alicia Clay, Pontiac, IL, Rhandi Shofner (Doug Carlson), Walnut, IL, Jared (Brittany) Shofner, Grand Ridge, IL, Katie (Tyler) Perry, Divernon, IL, Kelsey (Matt) Eklin, Oak Lawn, IL; Thirteen adored great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his father and mother, two brothers, son, and grandson.

The family would like to sincerely thank IHCC Hospice for their kind and compassionate care.

“The last goodbye is the hardest to say, that’s when the cowboy rides away.”

Cremation rights have been accorded. Celebration of life to come at a later date.

Memorials may be made in Larry’s memory to Maxine Sugars to help with final expenses.