Larry J. Silcox

Larry J. Silcox, 80, of Norwalk, Ohio, died on October 5, 2026, at the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus. He was born on June 24, 1946, in Norwalk to the late Clifford E. and Blanche M. (Lafene) Silcox, graduating from Norwalk High School in 1965.

Larry started his own polygraph company, Truth Graph Limited, and operated it for 30 years. He had been a Deputy Sherriff, worked in the Engineering Department for the City of Sandusky, was a Norwalk Safety Service Director, former President of the Huron County Airport Board, 2 term Huron County Commissioner, member of the National Academy of Polygraph Science, member of St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, and member of the Norwalk Eagles Club 711.

Larry served his country during the Vietnam War as part of the United States Air Force.

A man of faith and principal, Larry stood up for what he believed in and provided a voice for those who were unwilling to speak up. He was more than just a public servant; he was a friend to many, and confidently unapologetic to others. He enjoyed golf, pool, and model railroad collecting.

Larry is survived by his daughter, Lauren G. (Ryan Short) Silcox of Xenia, OH; son, Benjamin J. Silcox of Cincinnati; brother, Melvin (Sylvia) Silcox of Largo, FL; sister, Elaine (Ron) Lickfelt of Sandusky; sister in-law, Jane Silcox, companion, Theodora Morris; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jack Silcox.

Friends and family are invited to his memorial service on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 243 Benedict Ave., Norwalk, OH 44857. Guests are invited to gather beginning at 10 a.m. with the memorial service beginning at 11 a.m., he will be laid to rest in the scattering garden with military honors to follow the church service. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church. Online expressions of sympathy may be made by visiting: www.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com