Lawrence Nels Pederson

Lawrence N Pederson age 98 passed away November 3, 2023, peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Proceeded in death by Father Peder Pederson, mother Stella Pederson (Malme), sister Selma Pederson (Novodvorsky) husband David, wife Frances L Pederson (Medrano), daughters Geraldine Jensen (P'nut) (Mark) and Louise Madson (James), Granddaughter Michelle Pederson. Survived by daughters Reniah Newman (Punky), Patricia (Patsy) Schintz (Nelson) (Marlin, Errol), Deloris (Lori) Corbesia (John), Diane (Cheyanne) Swanson (Ken). Grandchildren Tracy, Kimberly (Kim), Nichole (Nikki), Patricia (Tricia/Trish), Jennifer (Jenny), Sarah, Katie, John (Johnny), Andrew (Andy), Joshua. 17 Great Grandchildren, 15 Great Great Grandchildren.
Lawrence had many roles in his life from Farmer, WWII vet, Auto mechanic, masonry and carpentry, husband and father of 6 daughters, once his wife Frances passed away, he stepped into both roles for his family. He was a loving and caring father. He was very proud of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He had a great sense of humor and wit about him and a great host. He loved the outdoors gardening, camping, hunting and fishing. Growing up, our Sundays in the summer consisted of a road trip up north, picnics and a stop at Dairy Queen. He enjoyed playing cribbage and watching wrestling. His passion was trapshooting. He has competed in many trapshooting tournaments, winning many trophies. He loved to laugh, and family was very important to him. He will be greatly missed.