Joseph Gerrard Larkin, 68, of Wilber, Neb., passed away Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at his home. Born September 18, 1953, to Leo &amp; Maryrose Larkin in Kimball Ne. 

Joe graduated high-school from Thomas More Prep-Marian in Hays, Kansas. He attended the University of Nebraska for 2 years. He was a member of the National Guard for 9 years and later became a Journeyman Electrician until he retired in 2018. Joe enjoyed gardening and flowers of any kind. He also enjoyed spending time spoiling his grandkids. 

He is survived by his wife, Pat; Daughters: Megan Howe of Beatrice, Anna Jo Kowalski (Ben) of Wilber. Two grandchildren Sophia and Leo. Brothers: Andrew Larkin of St. Cloud MN &amp; Robert Larkin of Kimball Ne. Sisters: Peg Hofer (Steve) of Maple Grove MN &amp; Deb Larkin of Goldfield Iowa. Many nieces &amp; nephews along with countless friends. 

 A celebration of Joe's life will be at 11:00 am Monday February 28, 2022 at Kuncl's Funeral Home in Wilber. Cremation, no visitation. Fellowship following at the American Legion Building in the park. Private Burial at a later date.  Arrangements entrusted to Kuncl Funeral Home in Wilber.

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 </figure>Joseph Gerrard Larkin, 68, of Wilber, Neb., passed away Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at his home. Born September 18, 1953, to Leo &amp; Maryrose Larkin in Kimball Ne. Joe graduated high-school from Thomas More Prep-Marian in Hays, Kansas. He attended the University of Nebraska for 2 years. He was a member of the National Guard for 9 years and later became a Journeyman Electrician until he retired in 2018. Joe enjoyed gardening and flowers of any kind. He also enjoyed spending time spoiling his grandkids. He is survived by his wife, Pat; Daughters: Megan Howe of Beatrice, Anna Jo Kowalski (Ben) of Wilber. Two grandchildren Sophia and Leo. Brothers: Andrew Larkin of St. Cloud MN &amp; Robert Larkin of Kimball Ne. Sisters: Peg Hofer (Steve) of Maple Grove MN &amp; Deb Larkin of Goldfield Iowa. Many nieces &amp; nephews along with countless friends. A celebration of Joe's life will be at 11:00 am Monday February 28, 2022 at Kuncl's Funeral Home in Wilber. Cremation, no visitation. Fellowship following at the American Legion Building in the park. Private Burial at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Kuncl Funeral Home in Wilber.