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Wayne Larson Obituary
Oshkosh - Wayne E. Larson, age 85, of Oshkosh, WI, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2019, at Park View Health Center in Oshkosh.
Wayne was born July 9, 1934, in Omaha, NE, the son of George and Elma (Lane) Larson. He was raised by his great aunt and uncle, Hanna and Alvin Anderson from the age of 18 months. Wayne served our country in the United States Army as a veteran of the Korean War. On April 7, 1956, he married Elaine Miller in Bellevue, OH. Wayne worked for Oshkosh Truck Corporation for 35 years, where he worked various jobs from cab assembler to chief truck tester. He enjoyed working on a variety of projects and serving others tirelessly, siding houses, building barns and organizing the Missions Auction at Countryside Christian Church where he was an avid member.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Elaine Larson of Oshkosh, WI; son, Eric (Lissette) Larson of Tampa, FL; daughter, Andrea (Michael) Larson Kerrison of Minneapolis, MN; grandchildren, Johnathan (Kali) Larson of Tampa, FL, Ashley Larson of Danville, KY and Mia Larson of Tampa, FL; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Evelyn Conway of Phoenix, AZ and Arlene Powers of Woodbury, MN. Wayne is further survived by cousins, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Elma Larson and great aunt and uncle, Hanna and Alvin Anderson and a baby brother, Reuben Larson.
Visitation for Wayne will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2019, from 1 - 2:00 pm at Countryside Christian Church, 1483 Burr Oak Rd., Oshkosh, WI 54904.
Celebration of Life for Wayne will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2019, at 2:00 pm at Countryside Christian Church in Oshkosh with Eric Larson officiating. A Final Salute with Military Honors will follow. Inurnment will take place at Rush River Lutheran Cemetery in River Falls, WI at a later date. A memorial is being established in his name.
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gail
December 11, 2023
i will always miss him
Laurie kramer
June 4, 2023
I'm so sorry passing of the person I only knew as a uncle, but was actually my dad's cousin.
My dad passed away April 2020.
Hugs to Elaine you are in our thoughts.
Laurie Kramer ( Glick )
Gail and Roger Krebs
December 10, 2020
We miss him. He was a wonderful person and a very special cousin.
Dean Crook
December 21, 2019
Very sorry to hear about Wayne. He was a great guy. I worked with him at Oshkosh truck. Our condolences to the family. Dean and Kathy Crook
Nancy Decker
December 21, 2019
Wayne and Elaine were one of the most special couples God brought into our lives. They met so many needs immediately to help us. Their life legacy will continue in our hearts forever. We will see him in heaven as he had committed his life to his Saviour, Jesus Christ.
December 20, 2019
All my thoughts and sympathy to you and the kids.
Roxy
Gail Krebs
December 20, 2019
We are so sorry health issues prevent us from being with you. You are in our thoughts. Love, Gail & Roger
Joanne Schneider lebeck
December 18, 2019
Elaine and family, you have my heart felt condolences. May god's grace guide you in this time of great sorrow.
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