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Terry Alvin Herrington, age 79, of Oakland, IL, died April 12, 2026, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, IL. Terry was born August 30, 1946, in Oakland, IL, to Lois Dukeman Herrington. He married Barbara June Wilson on September 9, 1967, and they were married 58 years. She survives.
He is also survived by four children: Rick Herrington of Paris, IL, Terry Herrington (Tia) of Charleston, IL, Danny Herrington of Kansas, IL, and Sherry Smith (David) of Oakland, IL; a sister: Ruth Tresner of Manhattan, IN; ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. He was preceded by a daughter: Patty Herrington; four brothers, and three sisters.
Terry was a lifelong Oakland resident. He was employed by the McQueen family for over 50 years, starting at the Oakland IGA and retiring from McQueen Lumber. He enjoyed working outdoors, especially mowing for himself and others. He also coached and umpired Little League baseball for over 25 years. Terry was a member of the Baptist faith and an avid Cubs and Illini fan. He loved spoiling his grandchildren and going on country cruises with his dog, Sammy. Terry’s heart of gold and passion for helping people made him a beloved friend, neighbor, and community member who will be deeply missed.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Krabel Funeral Home in Oakland. Visitation will be held for two hours prior to the service, beginning at 4:00 p.m. For those who wish, memorials in Terry’s honor may be made to the family to assist with final expenses.
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215 E. Main Street
Oakland, IL 61943
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215 E. Main Street
Oakland, IL 61943
Krabel Funeral Home & Cremation Service
215 E. Main St., Oakland, IL 61943 • Phone: (217) 346-2121
602 E. Madison Ave., Chrisman, IL 61924 • Phone: (217) 269-2392
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