Harold E. Luper

Harold E. Luper, 83, of Bushnell, Illinois, passed away on March 13, 2026, at Sunset Rehab and Healthcare in Canton, Illinois. Born on February 14, 1943, in Avon, Illinois, to Lawrence Odell and Mary Ruth (Bagley) Luper, Harold lived a life deeply connected to his family, his faith, and his music.

A graduate of Bushnell-Prairie City High School, Harold went on to study at Madison Vocational Technical School in Wisconsin. He served in the Army Reserve and worked for many years in the area at Montgomery Ward, Vaughn & Bushnell, Nickson Tire and Service, and Serven Fertilizer. Above all, Harold was known as a gifted and dedicated musician. An accomplished organist and pianist, he generously shared his talent by playing for countless church services, weddings, and funerals. He was also a longtime member of the musical group Down Beat.

Harold is survived by his twin brother, Ralph (Cecilia) Luper of Table Grove, Illinois; five nieces, Connie (Artie) Boone of Wataga, Kathy West of Wataga, Susan (Todd) Pudik of Lewistown, Abby (Jeremy) Walker of Jacksonville, and Sadie (Jacob) Van Dyke of Table Grove; one nephew, Jeff Luper of Avon; and many great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Kenny Luper and Jerry Luper.