Gladstone, MI
Roger G. Larson, age 87, of Gladstone, passed away Monday, December 4, 2023.
Roger was born January 1, 1936, in Cameron, WI, the son of Lloyd and Ruth (Anderson) Larson.
Roger was united in marriage to Lucille Ewald on November 19, 1957. Together they raised their three daughters. While working on the boats Roger and his family relocated to the Upper Peninsula.
Roger worked for the Soo Line as a Conductor up until his retirement. He also spent several years scrapping metal.
In earlier years Roger was an outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and trout fishing. He also enjoyed trapping and coin collecting.
Roger is survived by:
Daughters: Sue Robitaille of Gladstone, MI and Nancy Dillabough of Escanaba, MI
2 Brothers: Ronald Larson of Milwaukee, WI and Robert Larson of Minong, WI
7 Grandchildren: Amanda (Jeremy) Oullette, Justin (Katie) Godfrey, Jason (Ashley) Robitaille, Nathan (Ashley) Robitaille, Nicole Bower, Ruth Larson and Randy Dillabough
25 Great Grandchildren
3 Great Great Grandchildren and 1 on the way.
2 Sisters-in-law: Ilene Larson and Caroline Amundson
1 Son-in-law: Bill Yardley
And several Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.
In addition to his Parents and Wife, Lucille, Roger is preceded in death by Daughter, Karen Yardley and Siblings: Dick Larson, Lorraine Gillette and Lil Carley
Family will receive friends on Friday, December 15, 2023 from 2:00 until 4:00 PM at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Funeral services will follow visiting hours at 4:00 PM. Roger will be laid to rest in the Pine Grove Cemetery next to his beloved wife in Cameron, WI. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Larson family.
Frank Morley - Chippewa Falls, WI
“Uncle Jerry” …was such a positive and inspiring person in life. Always smiling, laughing, which was so infectious that one couldn’t help smiling and laughing along with him. His home was always a welcoming place where one felt comfortable in his presence. A cold beverage always offered…..insisted ! He will be dearly missed. Loved life !!!
Lynn and Harland Deneau - Gladstone, MI
Roger was our neighbor for over 40 years. Always a nice man when he stopped by. We will miss seeing ride by as he had in previous years. Thoughts to his whole family.
Harold A - Brampton, MI
December 15, 2023
To Roger Larson’s family:
We are sorry that Harold and Roger will not be able to be at the funeral home today, but wanted to let you know that we have been thinking of you with care and sympathy in your great loss.
Roger was a very special person!! Glad he enjoyed his life & that he lived to 87 years young!
Life’s beginning is like a sunrise and its ending is like a sunset……….
Wish I had known him also. HAROLD, Judy, and ROGER A.
Mary Cayer - Gladstone , MI
Mr. Larson … such a kind neighbor . You will be missed greatly .I’ll sure miss that smiling face when you came to Super Valu . May you rest peacefully.
Jeff Ware - Rapid River, MI
Dear Larson Family,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I had met Roger thru Joe Sheridan years ago. He was always welcoming during my visits and we had good talks. He will be missed by all.
Sincerely,
Jeff Ware