Transitions: Larry Wagner, of Ogden, called home
Larry Wagner, 81, of Ogden passed away at 8:44 P.M. He was called home on Monday September 21, 2020 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.
The son of Ralph and Evelyn (Johnson) Wagner. Larry was born October 7, 1938 in Danville, Illinois, and had one sibling, his brother Charles (Janet) Wagner of Lake Worth, FL
He married Sherry Wait on September 22, 1968 in Monticello. She survives.
He is also survived by his children; Jonathan (Jennifer) Wagner of Tuscola, Aaron (Cindy Stanton) Wagner of Rantoul, Sara (Richard) Atwood of Collinsville, IL, Amy Wagner of Knoxville, TN. Two grandchildren Xander and Lexi Atwood.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A model Railroad enthusiast, Larry worked at Horizon Hobby until 2008. He enjoyed watching trains.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served his country abroad tour stationing in England.
Graveside services was held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday September 26, 2020 at Stearns Cemetery, Fithian.
Memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans.
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