Larsen, Willard O.

Willard O. Larsen, Weyauwega, Wisconsin, age 86, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 2, 1925 in Tripoli, WI; adopted son of Hans and Margaret (Saxton) Larsen. On February 6, 1943, Willard married Geraldine Anderson in Parfreyville, WI. She preceded him in death on February 1, 1996. Willard is survived by: Daughters: Sharon (Dan) Kealiher of Salisbury, NC; Cheryl (Bob) Larson of Auburndale, WI; Son: Jeffrey (Renee) Larsen of Weyauwega, WI; Grandchildren: Kristyon Kealiher-Hager of Salisbury, NC; Justin (Mandy) Kealiher of Salisbury, NC; Aaron Larson of Waupaca, WI; Tammy Larson of Auburndale, WI; T.J. (Amy) Larsen of Weyauwega, WI; Tanya (Lonny) Larsen-Nero, Jr. of Weyauwega, WI; Alexis Dahl of Weyauwega, WI; Great-Grandchildren: Nick (Anna), Matt, Spencer, Keiven, Jonathan, Jaden, Bruce, Tyler, Brody, Torin, and Braiden; Great-Great Grandson: William Alton Lomax (due in March); and Good Friend: Bryan Rolfs of Weyauwega, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hans and Margaret Larsen; his wife, Geraldine Larsen; a granddaughter, Chanda Trindal; a great-grandson, Taylor Kealiher; a great-granddaugher, Desiree Trindal; and a grandson-in-law, Matt Klotzbuecher. A Funeral Service was held on Monday, October 31, 2011 at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church in Waupaca, WI. Pastor Larry G. Gross officiated. A visitation was held on Monday from 10:00 – 11:00 AM at the church. Burial is at Saxeville Union Cemetery in the Town of Saxeville, WI. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements. Holly Funeral Home, 526 S. Main Street, Waupaca, WI 54981 www.hollyfuneralhome.com