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Douglas Larsen Obituary
Doug was born on October 25, 1957 in Burlingame, CA to David Evan and Laretta Reaveley Larsen and was the oldest of four adventuresome boys. From an early age, Doug was taught by his parents and chose to center his life on hard work, hands on learning, and the protection of his family and others. Honor, not accolades, was Doug's motivation and unwavering devotion was his drive.
After moving to Utah in 1966, Doug met his lifelong sweetheart, Nadene Nichols, while attending Bountiful High School. They married Dec. 28, 1977 and together raised their three children with the value of "Anything. Anytime. Anywhere. For Any Reason." Doug was defined by his relentless, yet quiet passion for family, music, his Harley, and the scenic outdoors. He found his greatest fulfillment in his personal moments with family and friends gently bestowing profound lessons by skill, word, and deed.
Doug was a soldier in heart, mind, and action. As a member of the Army National Guard Special Forces and as a Huey Crew Chief, he embodied the spirit of the Airborne throughout his life; "all the way and then some." His brave, strong, and shielding nature has inspired many to be all that they can be, and he lived the motto of be brief, be brilliant, be gone. As a man admired by many, Doug will be deeply missed and will not be matched.
Doug is preceded in death by his grandparents: Charles M Larsen and Zola M Alger, and George Douglas Reaveley and Belle Gentry; and his father-in-law: Fred M Nichols. He is survived by his wife: Nadene; his children: Cheryl (Brad) Richards, Greg (Megan) Larsen, and Bradley (AsiaBre) Larsen; his grandchildren: Ava and Beckham Richards and Emmalee and Olivia Larsen; his parents: David and Laretta Larsen; his brothers: C Wayne (Judy) Larsen, Glen (Teresa) Larsen, and Ken (Susy) Larsen; and his mother-in-law, Alice H Nichols along with many other family, friends, and ARUP co-workers.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 23rd at 11am (LDS Chapel, 585 E Center St, Bountiful UT). A viewing will be held the evening previous from 6-8pm at the Russon Brothers Mortuary (295 North Main St, Bountiful UT) and at the church before the Wednesday services from 9:30-10:30am. Interment will be in the Lakeview Memorial with arrangements made by Russon Brothers Mortuary. Please visit www.russonmortuary.com for condolences.
"This isn't goodbye, just see ya later." HooRah!
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Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Larsen
May 29, 2012
" The credit belongs to the man who is actually IN the arena: whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who knows the great enthusiams, the great devotions, and spends himself in worthy cause - who at best, knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at worst, if he fails, at least fails daring greatly."
~ Theodore Roosevelt ~
Doug, you were always a man IN the arena, no matter what you did. As your brother said, "full throttle all the way". You will be greatly missed...
With Love,
Glen & Teresa Larsen
Dave Shreve
May 26, 2012
Nadene, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.
Bob Grove
May 23, 2012
Nadene & Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Doug was such a dear friend growing up in Bountiful, so many fond memories. May the Lord's spirit give comfort to you at this difficult time.
May 23, 2012
Dear Dave and Laretta,
We just heard about Doug's passing. Our hearts go out to you both at tis difficult time. We send our sympathy to you,while here in Germany,and we pray you can find comfort and peace through your belief in the Gospel.
Love,
Elder and Sister Williams (Susan and Miff)
Mimmi Carter
May 22, 2012
Dear Nadene, It has been said death is not an end, but a new beginning. It is impossible to know the pain you must feel. Our hearts are touched by this great loss.
Carl & Mel Pelletier
May 22, 2012
He will be missed terribly! You all are in our thoughts and hearts during this trying time!
Fred Sanchez
May 22, 2012
Nadene,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember meeting Doug back in our IRECO days and he super nice to me and very welcoming. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Norm and Kaye Parrish
May 22, 2012
Nadene,
We are sorry for the sudden loss of Doug. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jill Barraclougj
May 22, 2012
Brad and family, sorry that you have to go through this. Family is so important, hang on to those wonderful memories. He was lucky to have you in his life.
Jeris Johnson
May 22, 2012
My dearest Nadene, I am so sorry to hear about Doug. My love to you.
"I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love."
- Leo Buscaglia
John Penrose
May 22, 2012
Larsen family,
It has been an honor to work with Doug at ARUP and he will be greatly missed. His warm style and reassuring approach made many activities pleasant that otherwise might be challenging. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Jake Murphy
May 22, 2012
Dear Larsen Family,
Your dear Doug, made a huge impact on me. The world is a little bit darker place without this great man. Thank you Doug for your life, example, and friendship
Kevin Head
May 22, 2012
Nadene, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sheila Beers-Taylor
May 22, 2012
Nadene and Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carol Parsons
May 22, 2012
Nadene and Family,
So shocked to hear of Doug's death. Please know that our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you. Sending our love and wishes for comfort at this very difficult time..
George and Carol Parsons and family
Dave Bench
May 22, 2012
"A heart is not judged by how much you love; but by how much you are loved by others."
Doug was a good man and a good friend to many. He would give the shirt off his back or drop whatever he was doing to help someone in need. The world has far too few souls like his, and he will be greatly missed.
Greg Smith
May 22, 2012
Nadene,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. He sounds like a tremendous person. I only wish I'd had the opportunity to know him better. My thoughts are with you and I know that with your abundance of friends, you will make it through this extremely difficult time.
Trish Hutchinson
May 22, 2012
I worked with Doug at ARUP. Every time I saw him he had a smile on his face regardless of the task he was doing. He will be GREATLY missed by all of us who worked with him.
Burton Kunz
May 21, 2012
Dear Larsen Family,
I am sorry about the loss of Doug. He was a great childhood friend and had a real sense of direction. I pray that you will have comfort at this time.
Keith Henderson
May 21, 2012
Dear Nadene, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My family and I will be praying for you and your family. We appreciate his service to our country and pray that the peace of God will be with you during this difficult time.
DON REAVELEY
May 21, 2012
Doug,
I hardly knew you in fact I learned more about you from your abituary. You loved your mother and father very much and then there was Nadeen, your childred and grandchildred. I learned that you were very much like me. I understand how you felt about life and I am proud to have been your uncle. Go Bless
Uncle Don
Lynne Jones
May 21, 2012
Dear Nadene and family
The streets of heaven are too crowded with angels. We love you so much.
Rich and Lynne Jones
Gayle Denman
May 21, 2012
Nadene, my husband and I are very sorry for your loss. May you find peace from your family and many caring friends.
Kit Farley
May 21, 2012
Brad,
I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. From what I've read, he was a great guy and I'm sure a great father to you. Just thinking of you.
Kit
Cyndi Rowe
May 21, 2012
Nadene. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He sounds like a wonderful person, one who will be missed dearly. The good ones always go too soon.
Elmer Reaveley
May 21, 2012
All who loved Him
My sincere sympathy, and condolences, I know he will be missed.
I am so sorry for our loss.
Max Reaveley, Cortez
Sheila Shetty
May 21, 2012
Doug, Thank you for all you did for us here in client services. Your kindness and friendship will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
Angel of Light
May 21, 2012
Myrna Wallace
May 20, 2012
To the Larsen family: My condolences to you Loretta & David and your family. I was very sorry to read the "Obituary" of you eldest loving son Doug. It is one of the most hurtful experience losing a child. God Bless you all. In sympathy with love, Myrna Burgess Wallace
Amy Conte
May 20, 2012
To all of Doug's family: Doug was such a great guy and a tremendous person. The obituary written for him was a beautiful tribute to the friend I knew for far too short a time. He was always kind to me, always helpful, and always about doing the right thing. I'll miss him terribly. I pray that the numerous memories you all have of him, keep him close to your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Julie LeClaire
May 20, 2012
Nadene,
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. I can't get you out of my mind. You and Doug are good people. I will never forget when I had Greg's 50th suprise Birthday Party and he walked in our kitchen and saw Doug first. He said to me "I thought what the heck is going on, am I in the wrong House" that was funny. I always think of you Doug and John Joseph riding your Harley's to Butte for our Wedding. That was amazing. We loved Doug and we love you. We are always here for you. Love Julie and Greg
Jerry Comish
May 20, 2012
Dear Larsen Family;
I also worked with Doug at ARUP for many years and considered him one of my best friends. When Fred, his father-in-law, was looking for a job, Doug came to me and I hired Fred because of the man Doug was. He will truly be missed by many. Till we meet again my Friend, "happy trails and keep the wind at your back".
May 20, 2012
Dear Nadene & family - including David & Laretta - we are so sorry to learn of Doug's passing. In reading of his awesome life, he must have been a wonderful man!! Our love & prayers go out to all of your family. Laretta & David, it must be so hard to lose a son -- Laretta, I remember you from our childhood days Hiawatha - your Mom, Belle, was my favorite Young Women teacher. May the Lord bless each of you during this difficult time.
Love, Irene (Christensen) & Mike Dougherty.
Shauna Eisert
May 20, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. As I have thought aout the time I first meet Doug I was afraid of him, but yet he was such a loving and kind person her made me like I had nothing to be afrad of.Doug was always there and willing to help with anything when you neede it. He was a great example of what a great and fun dad could be. I thought a lot of Doug for those things. And know that he set a great example to his is children. I well miss him at the family get togethers, but I'm sure him and Uncle Fred are together watching over us all. Love, Shauna & Marten Eisert
May 20, 2012
Brad (and all of Doug's family),
Nothing can be said to take away your pain right now. Just know that we love you and share your pain and hope by sharing it can make it a little more bearable for you.The best antidote for grief is gratitude. How thankful you must be for the years and memories you have had together and for the good qualities he emanated that you have inherited.How thankful we are to know each of you and for the influences you have had on our family.How thankful we are to know that life doesn't end here and that Doug will be very close to you and be ever protective of you.
Love,
Kelly Burningham and family
Christine Hardwick
May 20, 2012
To the Larsen Family, i am so sorry to hear of Dougs passing i worked with him at ARUP Laboratories for many years. He was always funny, very nice man and. always had something nice to say to me. My prayers and thoughts are will all of you at this time.
L Richards
May 20, 2012
Dear loved ones, my heart shares your grief as the absence of dear Doug, Dad, Grandpa has moved on. My prayers ask God to add healing moments to each of you. The pain is huge, the missing greater. He is close, reaching his fingers to dry your tears.
Doug, I love you. I will always remember our ride through the Oregon farm roads. I am grateful we share grand children and a son and your precious daughter.
I love you all. Always.
L. Richards
Bill and Joni Foley
May 20, 2012
Nadene, Cheryl, Greg, Brad,
I can't express my shock and sorrow at the loss of your husband, father, and my friend Doug. Doug was so proud of you all, he spent many hours telling me about you and the things you were doing. Doug was a dear friend to me and through his example I learned a lot about dedication and loyalty. When he encountered a tough situation he didn't tell you how hard it was, he just said "It's good training". I saw a side of him that he sometimes tried not to show, his extreme sensitivity to others, he was always there and ready to help or support when you most needed it. Doug was the most loyal friend you could have. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Doug, my Bro., thank you for being my friend. You'll always be with me. Until I see you again, Adios and Hoo Rah.
Bill & Tracy Speaks
May 20, 2012
There is a deep dark whole in mine and my families hearts over the loss of this beautiful, beautiful man. He is sorely missed, but our lives are richer for having known him.
Johnny Tunson
May 20, 2012
During the coarse of my work week it was always a pleasure to run into Dough. He had the kind of spirit that made you feel comfortable in his company. I will miss those greetings very much. May God commfort, console, & keep the harts of his family & loved ones.
Our Guardian Angel
Elaine & Mike Lynn
May 19, 2012
To A brother that has been a friend and mentor, You are greatly missed already. You were always there when needed.
To Nadene and the family know that Doug will alway be your guardian angel.
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