Larry A. Pike

Larry Arnold Pike, 80, of Mahomet passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, at his home with family by his side. He was born in Champaign, IL on June 25, 1942, the son of George and Hetta Pike Sr. On November 18, 1961, Larry married the love of his life, Carolyn M. Gaines and they have spent the past 60 wonderful years together, she survives.

Larry is also survived by his daughters, Melody Claar and Tina Marie (Jerry) Crump, mother, Hetta Pike, 3 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and 2 brothers.

He is preceded in death by his father George Pike Sr.

Larry was a veteran of the United States Army where he was a Military Policeman stationed in Heidelberg, Germany for 2 years. Larry also received the Sharpshooter award while in the service.

He was an avid outdoorsman, who loved hiking and fishing. He participated in many bass fishing tournaments and published a fishing magazine and radio program. Larry was also a collector of civil war memorabilia, beer steins, and books.

A graveside service will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at Danville National Cemetery in Danville, IL to honor Larrys life. Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center Mahomet Chapel, 1102 Churchill Rd. Mahomet, IL 61853 is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

Please join Larrys family in sharing memories on his tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com