Leonard Lott

 

Leonard Lott, 83, passed away on Jan. 19, 2025, sleeping peacefully after a dignified fight with pancreatic cancer.

He was born Aug. 12, 1942, in Carlinville, a son of the late Leo and Flora Belle Lott.

After graduating high school at Carlinville High School, Leonard completed his Associates Degree at University of Illinois in agriculture.

Leonard was a successful and well-respected farmer. He received the centennial farm honor in 2014. He was proud to “retire” at age 55, when he chose to rent out the land to the Miller family.

Leonard’s other prized relationship was with his wife, Susan. They celebrated their 50-year wedding anniversary July 24, 2023.

While farming and contributing to the community, Leonard generously supported his children and their education. Education was important to Leonard, and he never hesitated to invest in or to teach his children and grandchildren. He believed the “highest level of education is tolerance” (Helen Keller). He modeled that virtue with discipline and hard work.

He is survived by his wife, Susan (Daggett) Lott; daughter Alandra (Weller) Devall; son Christopher Lott; granddaughter, Hunter Clarke; and grandson, Harrison Lott.

Mr. Lott was predeceased by his father, Leo Lott and mother Flora Belle (Ballinger) Lott.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Carlinville.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Carlinville.

Burial will follow in Rural Cemetery, Carlinville.

Memorials may be made to Carlinville High School Agriculture department or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Visit davisandersonfuneralhome.com to leave condolences or light a candle in his memory.

Davis-Anderson Funeral Home, Carlinville is in charge of arrangements.