RAYMOND LARSEN

Raymond Carl Larsen 1942 ~ 2009 Raymond Carl Larsen passed peacefully from this life on December 21, 2009, surrounded by his family. Ray endured well to the end and bore his afflictions with patience and dignity. Ray was born in Preston, Idaho on August 15, 1942 to Dorothy Grace Gustaveson and Christian Jon Larsen. Ray married the love of his life, Claudia Dale Gill on October 12, 1963. They were sealed together in the Salt Lake Temple on January 12, 1978. Family meant everything to Ray. He taught his three sons the value of hard work, being responsible and commitment to service. Ray worked in the construction industry most of his life. Upon retirement, Ray and Claudia found joy serving together in the Salt Lake Temple. Ray is survived by his wife Claudia, and family, Gregg (Michelle) Larsen, Craig (Cathy) Larsen and Kevin (Rachelle) Larsen, 10 grandchildren, and his mother-in-law, Elaine Gill. Ray is also survived by his sisters, Neta, Noni, Connie, and Jacque. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers Dale and Kay. A viewing will take place on December 27, 2009 from 6:00- 8:00 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, located at 260 East South Temple, in Salt Lake City. The funeral will take place at noon on December 28, 2009 at the LDS Chapel located at 1361 East 4000 South, Salt Lake City. A viewing will precede the funeral at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be in the Salt Lake City Cemetery.