Linzy Laughhunn

Linzy Laughhunn, 91, of Centralia, passed away Friday, December 14, 2018 at his home. He was born December 2, 1927 in Centralia, son of Linzy Laughhunn and Grace (Swaim) Laughhunn. He married Phyllis (Huggins) Laughhunn on January 12, 1952 in Centralia and she survives in Centralia. In addition to his wife of 65 years, Phyllis Laughhunn of Centralia, he is also survived by five sons and a daughter: Richard Bollmeier of Centralia, Debra LeComte of Clinton, Tennessee, Donald Laughhunn of Flower Mound, Texas, Linzy Ray Laughhunn of Belleville, Tony Laughhunn of Sherman, and Paul Laughhunn of Rapid City of South Dakota; twenty-one grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter: Linda Schwalm, a brother: Francis Eugene Laughhunn, and two sisters: Dena Creason and Delores Ballantini. Linzy served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He worked in accounting as the assistant comptroller and office manager. He worked at Valley Steel for 13 years, Centralia Cartage for 16 years, Galore Lumber for a year and also Centralia Propane for a year. Linzy had a very strong faith in his Lord and Savior. He was a lifelong Chicago Cubs Fan. He loved playing golf, hunting, and fishing. Linzy operated a family peach orchard for many years. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family and friends. Funeral Services for Linzy Laughhunn will be held Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at 10:00 AM at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home in Centralia with Rev. Lee Redfern officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Centralia. Military Honors will be accorded at the gravesite by the American Legion Post 446 and V.F.W. Post 2055. Visitation will be held Monday, December 17, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home and also Tuesday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Eternity Baptist Church and Residential Hospice and will be accepted at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home at 235 North Sycamore Street Centralia, Illinois 62801, (618)532-3523, which is honored to be of service to the Laughhunn Family. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com

Linzy Laughhunn

December 2, 1927 - December 14, 2018