Raymond J. "Dude" Larson Jr.

Raymond J. "Dude" Larson Jr. obituary, Cloquet, MN

Raymond J. "Dude" Larson Jr.

Raymond Larson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Nelson Funeral Care - Cloquet on Jan. 22, 2025.
Raymond "Dude" J. Larson Jr., age 78 of Alborn, Minnesota passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at his home with his family by his side. He was born on April 12, 1946, to Raymond J. Sr. and Gloria Larson. Dude grew up in the Meadowlands and throughout his childhood he was active in playing all types of sports in school. He graduated from Tiovola-Meadowlands High School in 1964. Following his graduation, he attended electrical school and enlisted in the United States Army on January 11, 1967. Dude was honorably discharged on December 18, 1968. He then worked as a Journeyman and lived most of his life in the log home he built on Eier Lake. Dude enjoyed fishing, mowing his lawn, playing cards (cribbage was his favorite), and collecting antique cars. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Dude will be deeply missed.
Dude is survived by his loving wife, Jane Preston of Alborn, MN; his children, Raymond III, Sue Ann (Larson) VanGuilder, and Jim (Linsey) Larson; grandchildren, Jesse, Nolan, Bailey, Darren, and William; brother, John (Lois) Larson; sisters, Linda (Merle) Hills and Dawn (Joe) Johnson; Jane's children, Rich and Tina; and his favorite dogs, Sven and Ole. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandmother, Christine Bellecourt.
Per Dude's wishes, no services will be held at this time.

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Marina Simunovich McManus

January 28, 2025

Jane and family.
Im sorry about your loss.
Just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking about you.

Jeanie Fox

January 24, 2025

We have lots of great memories of Dude. He was one of the good ones! We will miss him
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