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Udell Larsen Obituary
1926-2008
Udell K. Larsen (Uke), passed away peacefully on Saturday April 12, 2008 at his home. He was born on December 17, 1926 to Clarence and Thelma Davis Larsen in Provo, Utah. As a young boy, he loved baseball and had an amazing pitching arm. Uke loved and served his country proudly from 1945 to 1947.
Udell married Shirley Beck in June, 1947. They had eight daughters: Sandra (deceased), Sherry (Rick) Woodard, Connie (Tom) Loader, Pat (Troy) Kendrick, Lynnie, Mabe, Becky, and Lesa. They gave Udell 11 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He and Shirley were later divorced.
He married Mary Lou Harding Hawkins in November, 1972. She passed away in July, 2002. He inherited three sons: Craig (Karen), Mike, and Jeff (Patty) Hawkins, as well as six more grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.
Udell's main occupations were fishing and fly tying. He always let his children know that he was King of Provo River! He pumped gas at many stations in the Provo area. He owned and operated Larsen and Okey Chevron on 3rd South and 5th West for several years. Uke became an Auto Parts Professional, working for several auto part companies in the valley until he retired. He knew his auto parts.
Udell is survived by his first wife, seven daughters, three step-sons, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers: Ralph (Blanche), Eugene, Gerald (Annette) Larsen, and David (Sandy) Holliman, Sisters: Doris Stone and Louise Wells, friends to numerous to mention and a "ten pound German Brown from the Sanpitch River."
He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Sandra, Sister Virginia, wife Mary Lou, granddaughter Danielle and several brothers and sister-in laws.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2008, in the Suncrest 9th Ward Chapel, at 130 North 400 West., Orem, Utah at 12:00 Noon. Viewing will be held prior to services from 10:00 to 11:30 am.
The family would like to express their appreciation to Dr. Cordell Bott and his staff, to VistaCare Hospice, and a special thanks to Nancy and Liz and also Melanie Walters at Mt. Land Aging Services. Thanks to all the coffee guys at Nates Diner, special friend Clare Grange and everyone else who helped Dad get through this last year.
Online condolences may be submitted to www.serenicare.com
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Luke Marrott
April 19, 2008
udell was the next door neighbor to my grandfather for the longest time and he was a great man. He remebeded us well enough to recognize us when we ran into him at any of his various fishing spots! We didn't keep in touch after my grandfather passed but we always remembered him very fondly.
R Benson
April 19, 2008
A good neighbor and friend. He will be missed. Udell has hung out the "gone fishing" sign, and I hope he fills his limit everyday.
Janette Miller
April 18, 2008
I enjoyed the friendship of Udell.Meeting him many years ago caring for MaryLou, at home and later at the care center before her death. My daughter Catherine and I enjoyed visiting with Udell . We will miss him.
JoDee and Steve Gaillard
April 17, 2008
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April 17, 2008
He was my grandpa & even though I lived far away from him most of my life I can remember him always cooking eggs for us when we were over to visit! And he liked to coat them with so much pepper they looked black! It always made us laugh! I am going to miss those peppered eggs from the fisherman!!
Cindi Larsen
April 17, 2008
He was my uncle and I remember going fishing with him and my father BUB, they would bring their catch home to me and I would gut the fish for some change, i used to love it when he would just show up i knew he always had a fish story to tell. I am going to miss him very much.
Christie Harris Leith
April 16, 2008
You are in our prayers. Sherry and Family.
Rodney Johnson
April 16, 2008
Gone is the "World's Best Trout Fisherman". I'm going to miss you Uke! May your family be blessed by the love of our Heavenly Father.
Rodney Johnson ( son of Gary Johnson)
JAMES & LESLIE SHEPHERD
April 16, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF UDELL LARSEN. WE WILL SURELY MISS UDELL. HE WAS THE BEST NEIGHBOR ANYONE COULD EVER ASK FOR. WE LOVED LIVING NEXT DOOR TO HIM. IT WAS HARD KEEPING UP WITH UDELL. WE WILL NEVER FORGET HIM. WE LOVE HIM WITH ALL OUR HEARTS. WE PRAY THAT YOUR FAMILY WILL BE COMFORTED AT THIS TIME OF YOUR LOSS.
Pauline Rasmussen/Hafen
April 16, 2008
Uke was a good friend to my husband, Mont Rasmussen and the family. Mont and Uke were fishing and hunting buddies. I am sorry that I cannot attend the viewing and the funeral because I am in California visiting my daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
I saw Uke in Allen's Grocery Store in December with one of his daughters. I reflected on the many wonderful memories that Mont and him had. I will be forever grateful for the many fish that he caught and dropped off at my home. Sincerely, Pauline
Julie Thompson
April 16, 2008
Udell was a very nice person, i enjoyed swapping fish stories when he came into our store(flyfisher's den), our thoughts go to his family at this time,
Doug Hoopes & Julie Thompson
Barbara Abbott
April 16, 2008
My daughter Shalayne and I first met Udell when we spent time caring for his dear wife Mary Lou. Udell was a Dear, Dear friend. We will Never forget his kindness and the many fish he shared. He was Very giving and generous. He was even Gr-pa Udell to Shalayne's son Scott. We are SO sorry for the loss of this Dear, Dear man. We send our sympathy to All who loved him.
Joe Marrott
April 16, 2008
I am very sorry for the families' loss. I will miss seeing Mr. Larsen on the Provo River.
Sincerely
Joe Marrott
WinDee Maughan
April 16, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Udell was our neighbor when I was growing up and still has a special place in my heart even though its been a long time since I have been a little kid at home. I remember the fishing days too, and you can't stop him from fishing!! He will be dearly missed.
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