Obituary:
James Lamar Larsen, age 92, passed away at Utah Valley hospital, November 4, 2011, surrounded by family.
He is probably now dancing in heaven with his sweetheart Lillian who preceded him in death 8 years ago. He will be having a joyous reunion with his daughter Connie who passed away 6 months ago, as well as with his brother Donald and sister Karma, mother and father, and a host of family and friends waiting to greet him. James was born to Evard J. Larsen and Virgia Minerva Beck on Sept. 1, 1919, in Spring City, Utah. He married Lillian Lovell of Oak City, on November 26, 1941. They lived in Salt Lake, Clearfield, Roy, and then in Oak City where he built their home.
James loved carpentry, just as his father Evard did. After James took an early retirement from Hill Air Force Base, he found himself busier than ever building or remodeling homes for his children, friends and neighbors. When he wasn't working on houses, he loved to do scroll work, making intricately done clocks, shelves and knick-knacks, all which he gave away as gifts.
He loved hunting and fishing. He instilled a great love of the outdoors in some of his children, by the many camping trips he took them on into the high Uintahs and anywhere there might be a fish to catch.
He also loved to garden and watch things grow. In his 91st year he was still planting tomatoes and other veggies in pots to make a portable garden.
He also loved to stir up a batch of brownies or some bread or goodies, all the while dragging his oxygen hose behind him as he worked.
He had a great love of the Savior and the gospel. He served in various capacities in the LDS church, such as Stake missionary while living in Roy. Then later he was called as a high councilman and ordained by Spencer W. Kimball to that calling.
He and his wife served a mission to South Carolina when their 6 children were grown.
He also had a great love of his country and was passionate about preserving our liberties, keeping up to date on politics.
He served in the Navy, during World War II as a Fire Controlman, Second Class (firing the big guns on the ship).
James was a great example of cheerfulness in the face of adversity, and perseverance in the midst of affliction. He seldom complained, other than to say once that getting old was the pits. He was very independent and continued to do as much for himself as he could even while his eyesight was fading.
He helped raised three grandsons when their father passed away at a young age and loved them dearly and they and their children and all his grandchildren brought him a lot of pleasure.
His example of faithfulness to the gospel and love of family will remain forever with his children and grandchildren to steer their lives by.
James is survived by his son James Evard (Ann) Sunset; Gary Evard (Sylvia) Murray; Jeanette Skeem, Oasis; JoAnn Kyser, Pennsylva; Rosemary Baker (Chris), Oak City and 17 grand children, 29 great grand children, one great great grandchild.
Services will be held Saturday, November 12, 11 a.m. at the Oak City Ward. Viewing will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of service.
Burial will be in the Oak City Cemetery.
-source: Millard County Chronicle Progress, November 9, 2011
James Lamar Larsen, age 92, passed away at Utah Valley hospital, November 4, 2011, surrounded by family.
He is probably now dancing in heaven with his sweetheart Lillian who preceded him in death 8 years ago. He will be having a joyous reunion with his daughter Connie who passed away 6 months ago, as well as with his brother Donald and sister Karma, mother and father, and a host of family and friends waiting to greet him. James was born to Evard J. Larsen and Virgia Minerva Beck on Sept. 1, 1919, in Spring City, Utah. He married Lillian Lovell of Oak City, on November 26, 1941. They lived in Salt Lake, Clearfield, Roy, and then in Oak City where he built their home.
James loved carpentry, just as his father Evard did. After James took an early retirement from Hill Air Force Base, he found himself busier than ever building or remodeling homes for his children, friends and neighbors. When he wasn't working on houses, he loved to do scroll work, making intricately done clocks, shelves and knick-knacks, all which he gave away as gifts.
He loved hunting and fishing. He instilled a great love of the outdoors in some of his children, by the many camping trips he took them on into the high Uintahs and anywhere there might be a fish to catch.
He also loved to garden and watch things grow. In his 91st year he was still planting tomatoes and other veggies in pots to make a portable garden.
He also loved to stir up a batch of brownies or some bread or goodies, all the while dragging his oxygen hose behind him as he worked.
He had a great love of the Savior and the gospel. He served in various capacities in the LDS church, such as Stake missionary while living in Roy. Then later he was called as a high councilman and ordained by Spencer W. Kimball to that calling.
He and his wife served a mission to South Carolina when their 6 children were grown.
He also had a great love of his country and was passionate about preserving our liberties, keeping up to date on politics.
He served in the Navy, during World War II as a Fire Controlman, Second Class (firing the big guns on the ship).
James was a great example of cheerfulness in the face of adversity, and perseverance in the midst of affliction. He seldom complained, other than to say once that getting old was the pits. He was very independent and continued to do as much for himself as he could even while his eyesight was fading.
He helped raised three grandsons when their father passed away at a young age and loved them dearly and they and their children and all his grandchildren brought him a lot of pleasure.
His example of faithfulness to the gospel and love of family will remain forever with his children and grandchildren to steer their lives by.
James is survived by his son James Evard (Ann) Sunset; Gary Evard (Sylvia) Murray; Jeanette Skeem, Oasis; JoAnn Kyser, Pennsylva; Rosemary Baker (Chris), Oak City and 17 grand children, 29 great grand children, one great great grandchild.
Services will be held Saturday, November 12, 11 a.m. at the Oak City Ward. Viewing will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of service.
Burial will be in the Oak City Cemetery.
-source: Millard County Chronicle Progress, November 9, 2011
Obituary:
James Lamar Larsen, age 92, passed away at Utah Valley hospital, November 4, 2011, surrounded by family.
He is probably now dancing in heaven with his sweetheart Lillian who preceded him in death 8 years ago. He will be having a joyous reunion with his daughter Connie who passed away 6 months ago, as well as with his brother Donald and sister Karma, mother and father, and a host of family and friends waiting to greet him. James was born to Evard J. Larsen and Virgia Minerva Beck on Sept. 1, 1919, in Spring City, Utah. He married Lillian Lovell of Oak City, on November 26, 1941. They lived in Salt Lake, Clearfield, Roy, and then in Oak City where he built their home.
James loved carpentry, just as his father Evard did. After James took an early retirement from Hill Air Force Base, he found himself busier than ever building or remodeling homes for his children, friends and neighbors. When he wasn't working on houses, he loved to do scroll work, making intricately done clocks, shelves and knick-knacks, all which he gave away as gifts.
He loved hunting and fishing. He instilled a great love of the outdoors in some of his children, by the many camping trips he took them on into the high Uintahs and anywhere there might be a fish to catch.
He also loved to garden and watch things grow. In his 91st year he was still planting tomatoes and other veggies in pots to make a portable garden.
He also loved to stir up a batch of brownies or some bread or goodies, all the while dragging his oxygen hose behind him as he worked.
He had a great love of the Savior and the gospel. He served in various capacities in the LDS church, such as Stake missionary while living in Roy. Then later he was called as a high councilman and ordained by Spencer W. Kimball to that calling.
He and his wife served a mission to South Carolina when their 6 children were grown.
He also had a great love of his country and was passionate about preserving our liberties, keeping up to date on politics.
He served in the Navy, during World War II as a Fire Controlman, Second Class (firing the big guns on the ship).
James was a great example of cheerfulness in the face of adversity, and perseverance in the midst of affliction. He seldom complained, other than to say once that getting old was the pits. He was very independent and continued to do as much for himself as he could even while his eyesight was fading.
He helped raised three grandsons when their father passed away at a young age and loved them dearly and they and their children and all his grandchildren brought him a lot of pleasure.
His example of faithfulness to the gospel and love of family will remain forever with his children and grandchildren to steer their lives by.
James is survived by his son James Evard (Ann) Sunset; Gary Evard (Sylvia) Murray; Jeanette Skeem, Oasis; JoAnn Kyser, Pennsylva; Rosemary Baker (Chris), Oak City and 17 grand children, 29 great grand children, one great great grandchild.
Services will be held Saturday, November 12, 11 a.m. at the Oak City Ward. Viewing will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of service.
Burial will be in the Oak City Cemetery.
-source: Millard County Chronicle Progress, November 9, 2011
James Lamar Larsen, age 92, passed away at Utah Valley hospital, November 4, 2011, surrounded by family.
He is probably now dancing in heaven with his sweetheart Lillian who preceded him in death 8 years ago. He will be having a joyous reunion with his daughter Connie who passed away 6 months ago, as well as with his brother Donald and sister Karma, mother and father, and a host of family and friends waiting to greet him. James was born to Evard J. Larsen and Virgia Minerva Beck on Sept. 1, 1919, in Spring City, Utah. He married Lillian Lovell of Oak City, on November 26, 1941. They lived in Salt Lake, Clearfield, Roy, and then in Oak City where he built their home.
James loved carpentry, just as his father Evard did. After James took an early retirement from Hill Air Force Base, he found himself busier than ever building or remodeling homes for his children, friends and neighbors. When he wasn't working on houses, he loved to do scroll work, making intricately done clocks, shelves and knick-knacks, all which he gave away as gifts.
He loved hunting and fishing. He instilled a great love of the outdoors in some of his children, by the many camping trips he took them on into the high Uintahs and anywhere there might be a fish to catch.
He also loved to garden and watch things grow. In his 91st year he was still planting tomatoes and other veggies in pots to make a portable garden.
He also loved to stir up a batch of brownies or some bread or goodies, all the while dragging his oxygen hose behind him as he worked.
He had a great love of the Savior and the gospel. He served in various capacities in the LDS church, such as Stake missionary while living in Roy. Then later he was called as a high councilman and ordained by Spencer W. Kimball to that calling.
He and his wife served a mission to South Carolina when their 6 children were grown.
He also had a great love of his country and was passionate about preserving our liberties, keeping up to date on politics.
He served in the Navy, during World War II as a Fire Controlman, Second Class (firing the big guns on the ship).
James was a great example of cheerfulness in the face of adversity, and perseverance in the midst of affliction. He seldom complained, other than to say once that getting old was the pits. He was very independent and continued to do as much for himself as he could even while his eyesight was fading.
He helped raised three grandsons when their father passed away at a young age and loved them dearly and they and their children and all his grandchildren brought him a lot of pleasure.
His example of faithfulness to the gospel and love of family will remain forever with his children and grandchildren to steer their lives by.
James is survived by his son James Evard (Ann) Sunset; Gary Evard (Sylvia) Murray; Jeanette Skeem, Oasis; JoAnn Kyser, Pennsylva; Rosemary Baker (Chris), Oak City and 17 grand children, 29 great grand children, one great great grandchild.
Services will be held Saturday, November 12, 11 a.m. at the Oak City Ward. Viewing will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of service.
Burial will be in the Oak City Cemetery.
-source: Millard County Chronicle Progress, November 9, 2011
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