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Ivan Larson Obituary

Ivan V. Larson Jr., was born in October 1925 in Pingdu, Shantung, China, to missionary parents and went to be with his Lord Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, in San Luis Obispo.  He was saved at age seven and was a Southern Baptist minister for 68 years.  Ivan is survived by his wife, Mamie; sons David and Timothy; daughter, SaraRuth Pearce; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Jean; and son, Daniel Paul.  Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to service time at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at First Baptist Church, 1900 Los Osos Valley Road in Los Osos. In lieu of flowers, Ivan would appreciate donations to the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention.  Marshall-Spoo 489-5552 Grover Beach

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Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune on Oct. 27, 2010.

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Robin Merrell

August 16, 2020

I thank God for this man and his service to our Lord Jesus Christ. He was instrumental in my father Dewey Bullard giving his life to Jesus. My dad respected and admired him greatly. Pastor Larson surely heard the words 'well done good & faithful servant'

Mary Jane/Jim ("Wild Bunch")

Mary Jane Rinker

November 1, 2010

Dear Mamie & Family ~ We are so blessed to have had Ivan in our lives. He was truly a great man and loved the Lord. Always very soft spoken and we loved to hear about his life growing-up & how sweet the two of you were together. When meeting him for the first time he made you feel as if you had known him all your life. Ivan will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He not only had a wonderful journey here on earth, but now the journey he is on now surpasses all earthly lifetime. May you find Comfort and Peace knowing that we share in your loss. Our Prayers for you & all the families. Love in Christ, Mary Jane & Jim Rinker, Los Osos, CA

The Ohnmacht Family

October 29, 2010

Ivan was truly one of the kindest people I have met, a wonderful example to all who knew him, may God wrap his arms around Mamie and family and bring them peace.

Barbara Secrest

October 28, 2010

Mamie - I remember Ivan always having a smile and words of encouragement to everyone. He always made each of us feel that we were special. He will surely be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Barbara Secrest

Lynne Drawdy

October 28, 2010

Mamie, SaraRuth and family - You will all be close at heart and wished comfort during this time. I hope the wonderful memories of your sweet husband and father will bring you peace and loving thoughts. I am honored to have known him.

Robert and Carol Lackey

October 27, 2010

I have fond memories of Ivan and his sweet quiet spirit. What a wonderful Christian man who is now with our Lord and Savior. We could always expect Ivan to smile and offer encouragement. I know he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Much love, Robert and Carol Lackey

Frank Merson

October 27, 2010

If Baptists had saints, Mr. Larson would get my vote. And a man of his word, and prayers.

October 27, 2010

Ivan was truly a wonderful Saint of the Lord. He will be very much missed. May the Lord comfort his wife and family. blessings

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