Heyworth mayor Mowery dies at 63

Posted on October 5, 2015

Heyworth mayor Larry Mowery (WJBC file photo)

By Joe Ragusa

HEYWORTH – The mayor of Heyworth has died. Larry Mowery, 63, passed away at his home Saturday night due to illiness.

Village administrator Jeff Dodds said Mowery was dedicated to his job.

“He was here nearly everyday,” Dodds said. “No one that I’ve met with village of Heyworth or in the area cares as much about the community as Mr. Mowery did.”

Mowery was appointed to the Heyworth Village Board in 1981 and was elected mayor in 2009. He worked with the Illinois Department of Transportation for 32 years as well.

Funeral services are pending.

The Heyworth Village Board will likely hold a special meeting to select one of the trustees to be the interim mayor for the rest of Mowery’s term.

Joe Ragusa can be reached at [email protected].

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