Don F. Larsen
Don F.
Larsen was born on January 16, 1931, in Springview, Nebraska to Louis Larsen,
Jr. and Bonnie F. (Carr) Bellin and passed away on May 12, 2022, in Seward,
Nebraska at the age of 91 years, 3 months and 26 days.
Don
grew up and attended school in Springview, Nebraska and graduated from Keya
Paha County High School with the Class of 1948. He enlisted into the U.S. Army
during the Korean War, and following basic training at Ft. Lee, VA, was stationed
in Alaska. When he returned from the war, he enrolled at Chadron State College
and graduated from there in 1957 with a B.S. degree in Education. Don met his
future wife, Lenore Roseberry at Chadron State and they left shortly after
graduation for teaching positions in California. The couple was united in
marriage in 1957, in Los Angeles, California. The couple taught at many schools
in California, Nevada and Wyoming and later settled in Lusk, where Don taught
at Lusk Elementary and Middle School until his retirement. In addition to his
career as a teacher, he also coached various sports for many years. In his free
time, Don enjoyed playing cards, sports and reading.
Don is
preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 54 years, Lenore Larsen; brother,
Kenneth Larsen and infant brother, Gerald Larsen.
Survivors
cherishing his memory include numerous nieces and nephews.
In
accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no
services. Mr. Larsen also asks that in lieu of memorials, you spend the money
on your families.
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Record Type | Name | |
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Obituary | Larsen, Lenore (01/29/1932 - 03/03/2011) | View Record |