Larry Harmston

Larry Harmston, 80, of Pana passed away Monday, September 7, 2026 in his home. He was born August 15, 1946 in Pana, IL to the late Benjamin & Laura (Logan) Harmston. Larry married Debra S. Owens on July 4, 1971 in Pana, IL. She preceded him in death on December 2, 2017.
Larry was a graduate of Pana High School and then served in the U.S. Marines from 1966-1969. He worked as a mail carrier for 27 years and was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene, Pana. Larry enjoyed old rock n’ roll music, gambling and riding his scooter & golf cart. He was also an avid LA Raiders football fan and loved watching his grandchildren play sports. He had a heart of gold and an unwavering love for his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Larry is survived by his children: Christy (Aaron) Hocq, Pana, IL; Curtis (Amanda) Harmston, Pana, IL; grandchildren: Leandra (Cody) Smith, Brayden Henschen (Corinne Lockhart), Austin (Samantha) Henschen, Dillan Hocq, Carter Hocq, Brittany (Colton) Moore, Delaney Harmston (Colby Coleman) & Grace Harmston (Toby Barringer); great grandchildren: Zaybree Fry, Henry Henschen, Cassidy Moore & Callie Coleman; sisters: Janice Ramsey, Pana, IL and Rachel (Jim) Otts, Washington, IL and grand dog, Daylee. He was also preceded in death by his granddaughter, Lindsay Henschen and siblings: Judith Cole, David Harmston, Norma Jean Barrish, Leona Pence & Mary Elliott.
Funeral services for Larry will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026 in McCracken-Dean Funeral Home at 3:00 p.m. with Pastor Todd Holman officiating followed by military rites by Pana Veterans Honor Guard. Visitation will be Saturday from 2:00 p.m. until service time in the funeral home. Cremation rites will then be accorded and inurnment will be in Rosemond Grove Cemetery, Rosamond at a later date.
Memorials in Larry’s honor may be made to the First Church of the Nazarene, Pana and will be accepted by McCracken-Dean Funeral Home who is assisting the family.