Donald Earl Larson

Donald Earl Larson was born on March 31, 1938 to Eric and Bernice Prosser Larson in Albert Lea. He attended Albert Lea High School. Don served in the United States Marines from 1955 to 1958. Don was united in marriage to Eileen Gloria Overland at Round Prairie Lutheran Church on April 4, 1959 and they had two daughters. Don worked for Montgomery Wards, Drug Supply and Quality Foods. He then studied drafting through the Manpower training program. After completing the course he worked at Streaters, also at Jones, Haugh and Smith Engineering and retired after working 23 years at the City of Albert Lea Engineering Department. Don had a strong work ethic and always gave 100% to whatever the job he was doing. Don was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church and had been the Chair of the Trusttees. He also was active in Bible Study, ushering and whatever he could help out with at the church and United Preschool. Don also volunteered at Loaves and Fishes. He was a member of the Eagles and was a life member of the Elks. Don enjoyed going for walks on the Blazing Star Trail with his wife, the ACT Plays, attending his grandchildren's sporting events, golfing with his buddies, raising a large vegetable garden, growing and sharing his beautiful roses and vacations to Branson, MO and Duluth. Survivors include his wife, Eileen; daughters, Lori Ann Scott Hegwood of Eau Claire, WI, and Jody Lynn Chris Armbrust of Oronoco; grandchildren, Cassie, Corrie and Colton Hegwood and Kevin Armbrust; sister, Shirley Lynn Amundson of Coon Rapids; brother, Blair Larson of Blaine, MN; half sister, Janice Burt Chambers of Oregon; sisters-in-law, Gwen Lee and Olive Vernon Schroeder; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Don was preceded in death by his parents; nephew, David Amundson; and brother-in-law, Bernard Lee. Don was a kind, giving person and will be deeply missed by all who cherish his memory. Memorials are preferred to United Methodist Church.