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Sheila Larson Obituary
Sheila was born in Cleveland, Ohio, to Tom and Mary Kiley on February 2, 1937. In 1944 her family moved to Los Angeles and later to Pomona, where she graduated valedictorian from Pomona Catholic High School in 1955. Sheila married Dale Larson on December 26, 1959.
Sheila was completely devoted to her family and her faith, serving as an inspiration to many and a friend to all in need. She enjoyed long meals with family and friends, attending church functions and events of every variety, and all things Irish. Sheila passed to eternal life on February 12, 2015, and is survived by her husband of 55 years, Dale, her two children, Stephen and Marette, their spouses, Dena and Andrew, and her seven grandchildren, Michaela, Joseph, Brendan, Patrick, Thomas, Mary, and Elizabeth.
A Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 21, at 8 am, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 2110 No. San Antonio Avenue, Upland. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution in Sheila's name to the Presentation Sisters, Presentation Convent, 925 No. Campus Avenue, Upland, CA 91786.
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Diana Pedregon
March 9, 2015
My deepest condolences on the passing of Mrs. Larson. As a St. Joseph School parent and Parishioner of St. Joseph Church, I came to know Mrs. Larson and her family. In 2002, it was Mrs. Larson who assisted me in choosing the readings in preparation for my husband's funeral Mass. Her kindness and words of encouragement was such comfort during my time of despair.
Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her.
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Robert (Bobby) Velto
February 20, 2015
Rest Easy Mrs. Larson.
Pat BowersThomas/ Brown
February 20, 2015
There is no night without a dawning
No winter without a spring
And beyond the dark horizon
Our hearts will once more sing
For those who leave us for a while
Have only gone away
Out of a restless, care worn world
Into a brighter day.
Helen Steiner Rice, American poet (1900 1981)
Our Prayers and Condolences to the Larson Family.... Mark & Pat
Dave and Sue (Rhodes ) Taylor
February 19, 2015
Our most sincere sympathies to you and your family. We were so sorry to hear about Sheila's passing. May Our Lord provide you and yours with comfort at this sad time.
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Dave and Sue (Rhodes) Taylor
February 19, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to you, Mr. Larson, on the loss of your wife. May Our Lord provide you and your family with comfort
and love, at this sad time.
Luz Kiedpool
February 18, 2015
Miss Sheila was a wonderful patient. Giving us an opportunity to care for her was an honor. Our deepest and most sincere condolences to the family.
Nurses Luz, Moises, Annabella and Jonas
Carluza Hospice, Studio City, CA
Carmel and Finbar Hill
February 18, 2015
Shiela Larson lived unstintingly the essential message of the Gospel "Love God and Love your neighbors"That love manifested itself in her devotion to Dale, Muriette, Stephen and her
grandchildren. She showed it in assisting neighbors young and old over decades.
Given the exemplary life Shiela led her Irish family at her death would say an the Irish language
"ar Deis De go raibh a Anam" -- May SHIELA'S soul be to day be at the right hand of GOD.
We are sure it is
February 18, 2015
To the family: My sincere condolences on your loss. May the God of all comfort help you through this most difficult time...Psalms 25:16,17.
Louise Adams
February 17, 2015
The Larson family were neighbors of ours who lived across the street from us for 43 years. Never, in my 70 years, have I known a more close knit Christian family. My heart aches for the loss of beloved Sheila - wife, mother, grandmother, faithful friend & neighbor to all who knew her. The world has lost a beautiful, loving woman and she will be tremendously missed by many, many people. May she rest in eternal peace. Love & prayers go out to the entire Larson family. The Adams Family
Raymond & Rose Minutello
February 17, 2015
Sheila will be missed by us all. She was a wonderful, kind and caring person. Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
Gerard Mooney
February 17, 2015
Shelia was a very kind and caring cousin who did all she could anytime we visited. She ensured the Mooney family kept in touch with its American branch and all my family will miss her regular phone calls. Please accept our deepest sympathy to all the Larson Family and may she rest in peace.
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