Ben E. Larrimore of Murphysboro

Ben E. Larrimore, 69, of Murphysboro, passed away at 7:37 p.m. Sunday, July 22, 2018 at the Du Quoin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Ben had been an engineer and computer processor programmer. He was a member of Family Worship Center in Johnston City. He enjoyed many sports including golf, bowling and pool. Ben was an avid outdoorsman. He loved Alabama football.

He was born Dec. 9, 1948 in Clark County, Alabama, the son of Robert Clay and Mary Ethel (Clanton) Larrimore.

He married Vicki (McMurray) Doerr on June 4, 2011 at Murphysboro, and she survives.

He is survived by his wife of Murphysboro; one son; one daughter; two stepsons; one stepdaughter' one sister, Lucy (Tim) Clanton of California; one brother, Clay Larrimore of Thomasville, Alabama; and several grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services were held at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin with Pastor Brad Dexter officiating.

Burial was in the Sunset Memorial Park in Du Quoin.

Friends may make memorials to the American Parkinson Disease Association and will be accepted at the funeral home.

For additional information or to sign the memorial guest register, visit www.searbyfuneralhomes.com.