Clarence C. Larson
March 07, 1935 - April 17, 2018
Obituary
MONONA-Clarence C. Larson, age 83, of Monona, passed away on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. He was born on March 7, 1935, in Beloit, the son of Irving and Bina (Bartow) Larson. Clarence served in the U.S Army; he married the love of his life, Grace Stella, at St. Jude's Catholic Church in Beloit on Sept. 9, 1961. They were married for 56 happy years. Clarence worked as a sheet metal journeyman for over 50 years. He loved traveling and with his family he visited all 48 of the contiguous United States in their camper trailers. Clarence's family loved camping and he belonged to the Hi-Way Loafers camping club where they made many lifelong friends. He tended a beautiful garden where he grew flowers and trees and especially cherished his red roses. Clarence was a wonderful "Mr. Fix it", and could repair anything around the house. Clarence is survived by his wife, Grace; three daughters, Laurie Larson, Vickie (David) Pagenkopf, and Tracie Larson; and three grandchildren, Kari Pagenkopf, Erik Pagenkopf, and Gabreanna Davig. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Dr, Madison, at 12 Noon, on Friday April 27, 2018. Entombment will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held at the funeral Home from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Friday.
Events
Visitation
Fri Apr 27, 2018 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Fri Apr 27, 2018 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Sarah Larson Barmore
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Sorry to read of Clarence's passing. Thinking of all of you during this difficult time. May the love of family and friends surround now and in the days ahead. Sorry I am unable to attend the service ,however my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sarah Larson Barmore ( Dicks daughter)
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Elizabeth Humphries
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I will never forget the sweet smile of Clarence as I would come through the door and greet him as his home health care nurse and agency. Not only a sweet smile, but the little corners of his mouth that always turn to smile into a mischievous grin!. He had a great way of welcoming people and twisting one’s words into a joke that we could both laugh at. He was so proud of his super streamlined walker. He conquered a huge battle against Parkinson’s just to get around the house with his walker on a day today basis. We had a brief struggle around him refusing to use the gait belt which was meant to help caregivers catch him if he was going to fall. Some of the caregivers were worried that he might fall and they wanted a way to try and keep him safe. But clearance would have nothing of it! He said “Liz, I ain’t wearing it! “. I just had To laugh. Clarence had a fierce independence and he wasn’t going to let anyone take away any of the tasks that he could still do for himself. What a great person he was! We all really appreciated Our friend Mr Clarence and we will miss him so much. Our thanks to Grace and the family, for giving us the honor of taking care of your wonderful husband and dad. We will always remember him fondly. Keeping him and you all in our hearts, Liz Humphries and the caregivers from Seasons of Life.
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Maschielle Smith
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My Deepest Condolences, He was a Very Kind and funny man, that made caring for Clarence a genuine pleasant experience. Grace and Family and friends may his memory Live on in your Hearts
JL
JUDYTH LARSON
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Judyth Larson
My Deepest sympathy to your family. From the other postings it seems like Clarence had the same sense of humor that his father had. I have many memories of his Dad, Uncle Irv and his teasing fun ways.
God's blessings to all of you. John's daughter
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Joanne Bender
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We will all miss Clarence at Prosthetic Dental. He always had a smile and a witty comment , all the way to the end of his life--and he didn't have an easy life toward the end. Peace and comfort to the whole family!! Everyone at Prosthetic Dental in Madison
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Gabreanna Davig
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He was the only good man in my life my whole childhood he was my best friend I love him so much I miss you everyday grandpa I will love you to the day I see you again I hope you are happy up in heaven with grandma i miss both of you so much i love you bumpy and please give fluffy a hug and a kiss from me and let her know I miss he food and hugs and smile.