Eugene Leroy Larson

Eugene “Gene” Larson passed away September 14, 2024, in Prescott Valley, AZ at the age of 79. He was born in Missoula, Montana.

 Gene was a 23-year military Veteran, having served in both in the Navy and Army. In this time, he twice served in combat zones in Vietnam and ultimately earned a rank of Captain. He attained Master’s Degrees in Communication and Teaching. He was an avid runner and enjoyed being outside.

 Gene is survived by his wife, Margaret, to whom he was married to for 46 years; his son, Benjamin Larson of Las Vegas, Nevada; his daughter, Rebecca (Abraham) Lopez of Tucson, Arizona; his brothers, Larry (Joan) of Kingman, Arizona and Donald (Diane) of Lolo, Montana; his granddaughter, Tiffany (Bennett) Baiamonte of Orem, Utah; and his great-granddaughter, Everley Baiamonte. 

 Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Magdalena; as well as his brothers, Richard, Michael, and Robert, and his sisters, Donna, Beverly, Bette and Kathy.

 He will be greatly missed!