Mr. Gilbert M. Largent, age 95, of Rome, Georgia formerly of Decatur, Illinois

Mr. Gilbert M. Largent, age 95, of Rome, Georgia formerly of Decatur, Illinois, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026, at The Highlands of Rome.

Mr. Largent was born in Shelby County, Illinois on March 15, 1931, son of the late James M. Largent and the late Louisa Fox Largent. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Almeda Mueller Largent, a son, Dan Largent, and by a sister, Mary Kathryn Reynolds. Mr. Largent retired from the U.S. Navy following 20 years of service (1948-1968) having obtained the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 3. After his military career, he worked for many years as a maintenance foreman. Mr. Largent was a gun enthusiast and was a member of the National Rifle Association, Illinois State Rifle Association and Guns Save Lives.

Survivors include his children, Jeff Largent (Vicki) of Decatur, IL, Jana Mathis (Kent) of Rome, GA, and Kenne Largent (Jan) of Moultrie, GA; a daughter-in-law, Connie Largent of Champaign, IL; eleven grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; nieces, and nephews.

In accordance with his wishes, Mr. Largent will be cremated. He will be interred next to his wife in Macon County Memorial Park in Harristown, Illinois at a later date.

Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel, is honored to serve the family of Mr. Gilbert M. Largent.