Robert Larson

Robert (Bob) Wayne Larson, 91, of Staples passed away August 22, 2023 under the care of Lakewood Hospice. He answered the Lord’s call, which he had been waiting for with great anticipation and died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones in his own home.

A Celebration of Life was held August 26 at Camp Shamineau, Motley.

Interment was at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls.

Bob was born February 8, 1932 to Carl and Ruth Fransen in Minneapolis. His birth father drowned before he was born. His birth mother was unable to care for him and his three siblings, so he was taken in by his aunt and uncle, Gustav and Vendla Larson, who later adopted him.

He married Dorothy McNeil on June 5, 1954 at Bethesda Free Church in Minneapolis. Bob worked for Osseo School District as a custodian and was also a Union Steward, later working full time for the Union as a representative where he retired after many years.

Bob was a proud U.S. Army Veteran having served in the Korean War.

Bob was always full of fun and ready with a prank or a joke. He loved Jesus, loved his family and spent each day praying for family and friends.

Bob will be deeply missed by his wife, Dorothy; three daughters, Peggy (Gary) Thorn, Laurel (Tom) Jenson and Amy (Glenn) Widmark; 13 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Stanley Larson and one sister, Alice Catherwood. 

Arrangements were byTaylor Funeral Home of Staples.

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