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10/14/1931
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Ross Larson Obituary
LARSON,
Ross L.
October 14, 1931 ~
March 12, 2011
Lost his long battle with lung cancer, he fought hard but grew weary and couldn't stay any longer. While Ross lived in Puyallup, WA he raised, trained and showed Hackney and Shetland ponies. He also was a carpet layer in Union #1238 in Seattle, WA owning his own carpet business "Finn & Larson". Later he became the business manager of the union, retiring after 13 years. He moved to Spokane in 1989 and bought Mountain Man Nut & Fruit in the early 1990s. He loved to hunt, fish and build things. His cabin on the Naches River was also very special, as was his Shih Tzu, Molly. Ross was preceded in death by his mother, father, two sisters, step-daughter and step-son. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Karlyn Larson; daughters Chris (Mike) Miller and Theresa (Paul) Bowler; eight grandchildren; brother Chester Larson; cousin Chandler (Dona) Larson; three brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law. A celebration of Ross' life will be held on Saturday, March 19th at 2:00PM at Thornhill Valley Chapel, 1400 S. Pines Road, Spokane Valley, WA.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ross Larson
Kathy Lyda
April 13, 2011
Ross: your kindness and gentle way was always so appreciated as your neighbor across the street. My childern always knew that if they needed help, they could go to Ross and Karlyn. May God's loving arms hold you now, free of pain. May God's loving arms hold Karlyn in this time of sorrow.
Ross Larson
April 12, 2011
Ross I still can't believe that you are gone, miss you so much wish I could have done something to change the out come of what has happen, you will be forever in my heart I love you so much such a special man. I hope you always knew how fun and wonderful you are.Love you honey Karlyn
Chet, Jr. Larson
March 31, 2011
For 17 years - - I taught him everything he knew !!! I went off to WW 2 and told him he was on his own !! I told him to behave himself and I would be back to check up on him !!!
Those of you that know him today - - see how he turned out !!!
I'll take the credit for that !!! ~ ~
;-D ;-D ;-D :-D GOD keep you li'l brother !!! All my love !!!
March 27, 2011
Ross I miss you so much, you made this house a home everywhere I look you have fixed or made it something special I just can;t except that you won't come back I had such hope that they would fix you in the Hospital, I will always remember your sweet smile and little goodbye wave as I left you for the last time I love you honey Karlyn
Deborah Reich
March 23, 2011
Karlyn, I am very sorry for your loss. Ross was a delightful man in pulmonary rehab. He will be greatly missed. We are all thinking of you at St. Luke's Rehab Institute. Hugs, Deborah Reich,RRT
Bob & Patricia Duncan
March 19, 2011
Love you Ross! Forever Friends,
Bob & Patricia Duncan
March 19, 2011
Ross, your spirit will always be here with each one of us. The many smiles, laughs, and your sweetness will be forever imprinted in our hearts. We were so blessed to have you as a part of our lives. We will never forget you.
Jason & Maria Duncan
March 19, 2011
I remember sitting around the table during my visits to Spokane. You would make everyone laugh with your jokes and funny stories. Recently I was able to introduce you to my wife Maria. I was so proud to introduce you to her. I knew she would love you, as we all do. We will all miss you so much.
Love,
Glen & Maureen Carey
March 19, 2011
God has richly blessed us in allowing us to have Ross as a part of our lives. He was so much fun to be around and was always keeping us laughing. Even as he grew weaker he would still tell jokes. He will be missed by so many people. Ross, you always wanted a house with a view, enjoy the view that is better than anything you have ever seen. You will always be a part of us.
Love,
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