Shirley Larson Obituary
In Loving Memory of Shirley Ann Larson, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother & Friend
Shirley Ann Larson passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was the devoted wife of Richard Larson for over 70 years.
Shirley was the proud mother of seven children: Debbie (Glenn) Disse, Betty Disse, Dennis Larson, Paul (Patty) Larson, Jill Larson (Marc), and Sherry (Rob) Kneifl. Her legacy continues through 23 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren and her sisters: Kathy, Annette and Bev.
She was preceded in death by her son, Ricky Lee Larson and her parents, Helen and Hank Vizenor and 2 siblings.
A woman of warmth and faith, Shirley welcomed everyone into her home—and always made sure they were fed. She found joy in quilting, baking, coffee, game shows, solitaire, mahjong, and feeding the birds outside her window. She especially cherished babies, family gatherings, and her church community.
She will be remembered for her open heart, strong faith, and the love she gave so freely.
A Visitation will be held at West-Kjos Funeral Home in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota on Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m.
Visitation will continue at 10:00 am at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Audubon, Minnesota on Friday, May 30, 2025, followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00 am.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
900 Summit Ave., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
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