Herold, Edward Leroy's Obituary
Edward Leroy Herold, 83, of Sullivan, Illinois, passed away September 15, 2024.
Edward was born in Olney, Illinois, on February 27, 1941, the son of Alex and Hazel Herold. He married Sylvia Stanley on November 30, 1958, and she preceded him in death after nearly 60 years of marriage.
Edward worked for 30 years as a driver for the Dekalb Poultry Farm in Illiopolis, Illinois. He liked to spend his free time fishing, camping in Taylorville, and tinkering in his shed on cars, boats, and various other items. He loved his family and cherished his grandchildren. He was a faithful member of Maranatha Assembly of God Church in Decatur.
Edward is survived by his sons Michael Herold and family, Jeff Herold, Brian (Teresa) Herold and family, and Kerry (Patricia) and family; 9 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and wife Sylvia.
Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home is providing cremation services for Edward. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:30pm Friday, September 27, at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be one-half hour prior to the service. Memorials may be directed to Maranatha Assembly of God Church. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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