On August 28, 2023 Carol Evelyn (Brubaker) Larsen died peacefully at Rosetta Assisted Living in Missoula, MT joining her husband Gary in heaven. Carol was 85 years old.
Carol was the first child born to Harold and Jessie (Miller) Brubaker at the Deaconess Hospital in Billings, MT on February 11, 1938. They later moved to Cleveland, Ohio and around 1945 moved back to Billings then on to Williston, ND. While living in Williston, Carol spent a lot of time swimming, baton twirling, roller skating, and playing piccolo in the band.
The summer of 1952 the family moved to Terry, MT. Carol was in high school and participated in cheerleading, taught baton twirling, and acted in several plays. She worked at the State Bank of Terry (owned by the Brubaker family) as a clerk, along with being a soda jerk at the local drug store.
After graduating in 1956, she met the love of her life, Gary Hamlin Larsen and their first date was at the Brockway Dairy Days that summer. In the fall of 1956, she went on to attend college in Billings, MT where she was studying to become a teacher. At Christmas that same year, Gary proposed, and they were married on June 16, 1957. Daughters, Del Linda and Lorna along with sons, David and Lorin joined the family and made it complete.
When first married they lived and worked at the Fluss Ranch and enjoyed many hours of fellowship with the Lee’s, Young’s, Kalfell’s, and Fluss’. They later purchased and moved to the Larsen Ranch in August of 1959, later discovering it was the homestead of Evelyn Cameron. Carol spent many years raising children, working on their ranch, and dispatching for the Prairie County Sheriff’s office. When her children were in high school, she went back to work at the L&M drive-in, then to the Coast to Coast for a few short months. She went on to work at Reyman Hardware for 14 years, at which time she retired.
In 1993, Gary and Carol became volunteer curators at the Prairie County Museum and Evelyn Cameron Gallery where they enjoyed sharing the history of Prairie County with visitors from all over the world.
Carol was 100% dedicated to all activities she was involved in and the following are a few of the highlights: Eastern Star (Grand Officer ’97-‘98/50 yrs), joined the International Order of Rainbow of Girls and then served as the Mother Advisor of Rainbow for many years, American Legion (50 yrs), Terry Community Presbyterian Church (Clerk of Session (19 yrs), Sunday School Teacher, Presbyterian Women, and Church Elder), 4-H (Leader), Cowbells, Ash Creek Homemakers, and Republican Women.
Carol is proceeded in death by her parents (Harold and Jessie Brubaker), and husband (Gary).
Carol is survived by her Brothers: Albert J (Dixie) Brubaker, Columbus, MT, Edward (Chely) Brubaker, Polson, MT. Children: Del Linda Frost of Fallon, MT, Lorna Pettigrew (Jim Younkin) Frenchtown, MT, David (Tana) Washburn, ND, and Lorin (Jamie) Terry, MT, along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Memorials can be given to the charity or organization of their choice in memory of Carol E. Larsen.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday September 5, 2023
Community Presbyterian Church
Terry, Montana 59349
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Tuesday September 5, 2023
Community Presbyterian Church
Terry, Montana 59349
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday September 5, 2023
Community Presbyterian Church
Terry, Montana 59349
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Tuesday September 5, 2023
Community Presbyterian Church
Terry, Montana 59349
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Dick and Carol Scheetz says
I am so sorry to see Carol’s passing. Thoughts and prayers for her family.
Myra Thoeny says
We would like to extend our prayers and deepest sympathy to Carol’s family. May you find comfort in the Lord as you struggle with the pain of your loss. She was a blessing to our community and will be missed by us all.
Rest in peace our dear friend.
Myra and Kevin Thoeny
Troy and JoDee Hess says
Thoughts and prayers for you all! May God comfort you and many good memories carry you through this hard time
Candy Loehding says
Our sympathy and prayers for her family! She was always so fun to visit with all through the years! I saw her at various ball games in Ekalaka, and was always greeted with a warm smile and fun visit! She was a special gal, for sure! I have many good memories of time with her!
William Klunder says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Carol’s family.
Linda Guldborg says
So sorry to see that Carol passed away. I really missed her when she had to leave Miles City, but have many wonderful memories of our fun times together in Eastern Star. Sympathy to all the family.
Sue Cranford says
So sorry to see the passing of Carol Larsen. I send a blanket of prayers to the family.
Tom Fleming says
She was a wonderful person sorry for your lost thoughts and prayers to you all
DELPHINE COON says
Larsen Family, Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Delphine
Neva says
My condolences for the loss of your mother. What a legacy she has left for all of you and for all of us. She was a woman of faith, serving in God’s church, teaching Sunday School for many years, serving as President of Presbyterian Women, serving on session and as clerk of session. She often served as voting delegate to Yellowstone Presbytery. In addition, she volunteered at the Evelyn Cameron Museum and was active in the Prairie County Republican Women and Republican Central Committee. She loved her children, grandchildren and the great ones as well. She was a good friend.
Renee Pirtz says
To the Larsen family, I would like to extend my condolences for the passing of your mom. Carol was also a classmate with my parents in Terry. Your mom was very active in Terry, and I remember several activities she was involved in. She never seemed to slow down. You are each in my thoughts & prayers during this time.
Genuinely,
Renee Johnson Pirtz
Cora Burtchett says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Such a neat gal who will be greatly missed. She’s our Angel now watching over all of us.🙏
Lowell & Reta Johnson says
We looked forward to visiting Carol in the years after we moved back to Iowa. She was always interested in the museum, activities at the church, sharing family joys. I guess it is so hard to cover all memories. It meant so much to be able to write to her after she moved on to
We are saddened to learn that Carol has died, but we also understand that life was more difficult for her, so want to say that we loved hearing from her and thank her family for keeping us informed when she moved into the nursing home. Our prayers for comfort and celebrating a wonderful person on the 5th. We so wish it would be possible for us to be there, but health keeps us home.
Lowell & Reta Johnson says
Many loving thoughts are being sent tonight to the family of Carol Larsen. She was a strong woman and had a way of encouraging others to do their best in whatever task they be considering. She was a source of strength and joy to us.
Lynette (Metzger) Myrstol says
Lorna, David, Loren and Del Linda,
So sorry for the loss of your mom. I have many fond memories of her from the times we visited the ranch. I pray that your own memories bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Denise (Strand) Stambaugh says
Condolences to all of Carol’s family. She was a very special lady who will be missed by many. Prayers
Jean Trask Brown says
So sorry to hear of Carol”s passing. I really missed her when she left Miles City but know it was best for her. I am sure Gary met her at the gates and probably the first thing he said was, “Now Carol”! Love to all you kids.
Diane Dresback says
Condolences to Brubaker & Larson families. The community has lost a great lady.
Lon and Vicki Reukauf says
We were so sorry to hear of Carol’s passing. She was such an amazing community volunteer and leader in so many organizations who worked endlessly to make Prairie County better. As our Rainbow Girls’ Advisor, no one could have been more dedicated. Carol and Gary also left a wonderful legacy in their children and grandchildren. May God surround each of you with peace beyond all understanding.
Ruth Peck says
My condolences to Carol’s family. I enjoyed working with Carol on “museum business” when I was at the Courthouse. She was an amazing and passionate woman. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Alana Bryan says
My thoughts and prayers are with Carol’s family. She was an important part of my life as Mother Advisor of Rainbow. I used to babysit for her and Gary and always enjoyed the time with her family. Heaven certainly gained an angel when she passed through the gates.