Gordon Raymond Larson Obituary (1937 - 2007)

“Dad” Passed away peacefully on September 6, 2007 after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born on April 21, 1937 to Willard R. and Helen Crabtree Larson in Murray, Utah. He graduated from Murray High School in 1955 where he excelled in athletics and had many friends. He was an excellent fastpitch softball pitcher for many years. He loved deep sea fishing, animals, and was an avid sports enthusiast. He spent his entire career as a drywall contractor. He moved to Kona Hawaii in 1968 and returned to Murray in 1985. He married Shirlee Taylor in 1955, they later divorced but remained close friends. Together they had 4 children and 7 grandchildren. He is survived by his daughters: Cindee (Faavae), Christee (Troy) and Lisa (James). Grandchildren: Shaunte, Christopher (Makelle), Saydee (Mike), Matthew, Jacob and Isabella. Sister Karen Morgansen, nephew Troy (Pat), niece Jodi (Jeff), best friend Steve Knight. Special thanks to Yolanda and the staff at Care Source. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Rusty, grandson Taylor and former wife Shirlee. Graveside services will be held on Friday, September 14, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at the Murray City Cemetery, 5600 South Vine Street, Murray, Utah.