Donald G. Larson, age 93, passed away with his family by his side on February 22, 2019 at Holy Rosary Health Center.
Donald was born on April 19, 1925 in Billings, Montana to Guy and Beatrice (Smith) Larson. He attended schools in Billings and graduated from Senior High in 1943. Following graduation, he was inducted into the military serving in the Army Air Corp. He was stationed in Guam with the 20th Air Force for 18 months and was honorably discharged in 1946. In August of 1947, he married Agnes Spithoven.
Donald worked at the Appliance Mart from 1946-1949 and Empire Motors from 1949-1956. In September of 1956, he went to work for the Billings Fire Department; retiring as a Battalion Chief in 1985 with 29 years of service. Following his retirement, he and Agnes toured all 48 States with their Motor Home. In 2004, they moved from Billings to Miles City and bought a home across the street from their daughter, Bette. In 2013 they moved together into the Friendship Villa.
Donald is survived by his best friend and wife Agnes, daughter Bette (David) Jewell of Miles City, son Bill Larson of Red Lodge, MT, three Grandchildren: Jinger (Christian) Wirz of Bozeman, Nathan (Blake) Jewell of Miles City, and Amanda (Jason) Glasgow of Bellevue, WA, and two Great Granddaughters: Onikah and Kameah. He is preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Diann Larson.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home. A reception will be held at the Parlor directly following the service. A private burial will be at the Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery with Military Honors. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to Grace Bible Church.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:00 a.m.
Saturday March 2, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:00 a.m.
Saturday March 2, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Peggy & Jerry Stanley says
Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your dad. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Maureen Larson says
So very sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jon & Becky Bass says
Betty and Dave, Sorry for your loss of your Dad, He was just a very kind soul, and I’am thankful I got to know him when we were doing the paper route. Prayers to each of you!
Jon @ Becky Bass
Barb beeler says
What an angel God has taken. I was honored to been one of his caregivers. I will miss his soft voice and his love for animals. He will be dearly missed. Thank you for sharing him with me. Sincerely in my thoughts and prayers.
Deb Schmeling says
So sorry to hear about your Dad. It was good to see him everyday at Friendship Villa. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap His loving arms around each one of you His with comfort and Love.
Hugs
Deb
Beth Ann Wiedeman says
Betty, so sad for your loss. I was just thinking of you parents the other day. You were such a great care taker, loving daughter. Prayers to you.
Kathy leischner says
Bette, Dave, Jinger, Nathan and families. We were sad to hear of your dad/grandad’s passing. May God comfort you in your loss. You have been a huge blessing to your parents in these last years.
Veda says
What a sweet gentle man. I got to know he and Agnes at Friendship Villa. R.I.P. Don, you will be missed so much.
Robin Wolff says
I” m honored to have gotten to know Don I”m going to really miss him, He was alot of fun and seeing him with Agnes gives love a whole new meaning. He has a very special place in my heart. Hugs to you all. Robin Wolff.
Robin Wolff says
It was an honor getting to know Don. He always was kind and the love he had for Agnes is amazing I will miss him. He will always have a place in my heart. Robin Wolff
Delores Cameron says
Our sympathy
Wendy Ballance says
Bette, Agnes & family
I’m so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I always loved visiting with Don & Agnes in the mornings when I visited my Dad. I know Agnes will be lost without him. They had such a special bond that would just melt your heart. My thoughts & prayers are with you all ❤️
Brian & Wendy Ballance says
Bette, Agnes & family
I’m so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I always loved visiting with Don & Agnes in the mornings when I visited my Dad. I know Agnes will be lost without him. They had such a special bond that would just melt your heart. My thoughts & prayers are with you all ❤️
Eileen and Vern Entzel says
The family is in our thoughts and prayers. May the memories help in the days ahead
Carl Zabrocki says
Worked my first shift in the fire service with Captain Don Larson in December of 1973 and many more after that.. Mentor, boss and friend. Don always had your back. Five Bells My Friend! Z
Sossa family says
I’m sorry to have read about the loss of your dear loved one. May you find comfort from God’s word at Revelation 21:4 where He promises that “he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more”. He also promises that we will see our dear loved ones again. (Acts 24:15) May the God of comfort and peace be with the Larson family during this difficult time
Pam Moths Nisley says
I was blessed to get to know both he and Agnes, as I would play the piano while the residents enjoyed their meal at ”
Friendship Villa~ Such a precious couple and I am praying for Agnes, and all of his family, to feel the arms of Jesus holding you now and in the months to come.
Teal Dobie says
I was so saddened to hear of Don’s passing. He will always hold a special place in my heart! Bette, please give Agnes a hug for me, and know I’m sending hugs to you as well! Talking and watching NASCAR with Don, will forever be a fond memory of mine! I’m so sorry for your loss! Thoughts and Prayers♡
Jan Nesbit says
To all of Don’s loved ones:
You are all in my thoughts and prayers! Don was one of the kindest most soft spoken gentleman I ever had the privilege to know! His love and pride for his wife, Agnes, and his family was truly genuine and unfailing! I know he will be deeply missed by you all! We know that he is in no longer in poor health and pain and that he has now gone to our heavenly place to wait until his loved ones are once again together with him. This promise gives us peace and hope! May that peace that surpasses all our understanding be with you all in the days, weeks, and time to come! I love you all and call your family my family!!
Gene speidel says
Deepest sympathy to the family of Don Larson. Don wasn’t only a family friend he was also, that one of a kind firefighter you could always depend on , he will truly be missed. Sincerely Gene and Hannah Speidel and Kate Speidel
Charlotte Lindberg says
Dear Agnes, Bette, Bill and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you with the loss of Don. He was such a wonderful man and we have such fond memories of the Larson family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you guys! Bill and Charlotte Lindberg