Larry Lynn Quandt (74) of Altamont

Larry Lynn Quandt, 74 years old of Altamont, Illinois died Saturday evening January 2, 2021 at his home with his family near after a lingering illness.

A walk-through visitation for the family and friends will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Altamont, Illinois on Tuesday January 5, 2021 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Funeral services will be held Wednesday January 6, 2021 at 11:00 am. Christian Burial Services will be held in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, with the Rev. Dr. James F. Wright officiating. Note: COVID-19/Coronovirus-Kull Funeral Home is attempting to follow the Governor of Illinois public gatherings request of social distancing of people, and masks as suggested to be worn at the funeral by the family members. A full obituary and photo will follow on the approval of the family. Kull Funeral Home of Altamont is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Larry Quandt was born on July 19, 1946 at the Fayette County Hospital, Vandalia, Illinois into the Christian family of Henry “Hank” and Virginia “Ginny” Roedl Quandt, one of 5 siblings. He was baptized on April 13, 1957 and confirmed his faith by the solemn rite of Confirmation on March 26, 1961 at the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in St. Peter, Illinois.

Larry wed Peggy Lee Beccue on April 10, 1965 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church Altamont, Illinois. He was self-employed as a grain farmer, and operated Quandt grain elevator in Mason, Illinois for several years. He was the past president of the Illinois Farmers Union in Springfield, Illinois, and later retired as an over-the-road truck driver. Besides being a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Larry especially enjoyed bowling with Beccue Ford and later Quandt Grain Company. He was a lifelong Democrat, enjoyed gardening, and was a “lawn warrior”. Larry was always proud of his cooking and was chosen “people’s choice” for his chili in the Altamont Garden Club’s fall festival.

Memorials may be directed to A.L.I.S. Altamont Lutheran Interparish School, Immanuel Lutheran Church and or the Donor’s Choice.

Larry is survived by his Wife: Peggy “Peg” Lee Beccue Quandt of Altamont, Illinois; Son: JR Quandt-Larry Lynn Quandt Jr. of St. Elmo, Illinois and his son: Devan Lee Quandt of Effingham, Illinois; Daughter: Jennifer Lynn (husband, Kevin) Wendling of Altamont, Illinois and their 2 daughters: Morgan Justine (husband, Jonathan) Kuhns of Altamont, Illinois and their daughter Virginia “Ginny” Kuhns; Macy Lee Wendling of Alexandria, Louisiana and their son: Gage Albert Wendling of Altamont, Illinois; Brother: Henry Louis Quandt of Mason, Illinois and his 2-daughters: Elizabeth Mary (husband, Tony) Evans of Granite City, Illinois and Suzanne Victoria (husband, Chad) Head of Sorento, Illinois; 2-Sisters: Sandra Kay (husband, Jon) Otterson of Madison, Wisconsin and their 2-daughters: Tina Marie (husband, Dave) Riggle of Deerfield, Wisconsin and Lynn Otterson (husband, Brian) Woodard of Phoenix, Arizona; Gloria Jane (husband, Lyle) Buzzard of St. Elmo, Illinois and their daughter: Mindy Lee (husband, Shane) Healy of St. Elmo, Illinois; 2-Nephews: Sean Macklin of Milan, Illinois and Ryan (wife, Michelle) Macklin of Fredonia, Wisconsin.

Larry was preceded in death by Parents: Henry “Hank” Ernst Oliver Quandt and Mary Virginia “Ginny” Roedl Quandt; Sister: Karen Ann Macklin; Niece: Annette Yvonne Otterson; Nephew: Eddie Dean (and wife, Sandy) Buzzard.

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