Larson Family Funeral Home Obituaries

Gail Elaine Ellis, 88, of Livingston passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at Edenbrook of Platteville nursing home surrounded by her family. She was born on August 23, 1934, in Liberty Township, Grant County, the daughter of Harold and Leona (Gossel) Austin. On October 3, 1936, when Gail was only 2 years old, her mother passed away. Gail’s father married her stepmother, Mae Trodahl on June 14, 1939. Gail was united in marriage to Kenneth Ellis on August 23, 1952, at the Congregational Church in Lancaster. Gail spent much of her married life working next to her husband Kenny …Ruth Ellen Scott, age 66, of Stitzer, WI passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 8, 2023 at University Hospital in Madison. She was born December 28, 1956 in Lancaster to Ralph and Wilma (Allen) Reuter. Ruth graduated from Platteville High School in 1975. She continued her education at Southwest Technical College in Fennimore and graduated with a clerical degree. Ruth met Gary Scott and they were united in marriage on August 20, 1977. Ruth welcomed Gary’s two sons into their family and then had three children together. Ruth absolutely loved being a stay-at-home mom. Her kind, caring nature, led her to …

Aelred H. Runde, age 102, of Lancaster, WI passed away on Monday March 27, 2023, at the Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster. He was born on September 22, 1920, in Cuba City the son of Walter and Bernice (Splinter) Runde. Aelred was united in marriage to Pearl Bass on December 27, 1941, at the St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster. Aelred farmed in rural Lancaster for many years until retiring at the age of 75. While farming, he also assisted with cattle breeding throughout the area along with hauling milk for Schurman’s and setting stones for the Lancaster Monument …Charlotte Mae Addison, age 76, of Lancaster, WI passed away with her husband and dear friends by her side, on Sunday May 14, 2023, at the Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster. She was born on June 29, 1946, in Oconto Falls, WI the daughter of Hugo and Germaine (Huser) Deering. Charlotte and Gary met at the Roller Rink in Fennimore in 1962, and they were united in marriage on March 9, 1965, in Columbus, GA. Charlotte graduated from Iowa-Grant High School and after her marriage to Gary, she and Gary resided in Frankford, Germany where he was stationed while … Neil Irvin “Gopher” Millard, age 87, of Livingston, WI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday May 28, 2023, at his residence in Livingston. He was born on June 19, 1935, in Mifflin Township Iowa County, WI the son of Irvin and Burdetta (Jones) Millard. Neil graduated from Livingston High School in 1953 and then attended University of Wisconsin Platteville. He worked various jobs until being drafted in the U.S. Army. He served his country from June of 1958 until being honorable discharged in June of 1960. Neil went to work for John Deere Corporation as an inspector until retiring on December … John William Merwin, age 83, of Livingston, WI danced his way out of this life on March 31, 2023, to be with his daughter, Shelly and grandson, Tanner Man. John was born on March 9, 1940, to Joseph and Agnes Mae (Bown) Merwin in Lancaster. He grew up near Woodman, met the love of his life Deanna (Laughton) Merwin at a barn dance and they were married on June 30, 1961. They started farming and their family in Woodman, but later moved to a farm near the Platteville Mound. In 1971, John and Deanna purchased a farm west of Livingston and …

Gary “Scoof” Freymiller, age 79, of Mt. Ida, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Friday April 7, 2023, at his residence. He was born on August 12, 1943, in Marion Township Grant County WI, the son of Edward and Ruby (Williams) Freymiller. He was united in marriage to Norma Arlene Fry on June 27, 1964, at the Fennimore United Methodist Church. After marriage, Scoof and Norma moved to West Bend where he worked at Gehl Company. He also worked at his uncle Tom’s small engine shop. In 1974, the family moved to Platteville where Scoof worked for John Deere and had …Aubrey L. Blackburn, age 96, of Fennimore passed away on Thursday April 27, 2023, at Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing in Fennimore. He was born on July 11, 1926, in Fennimore the son of Jesse and Grace (Brookens) Blackburn. Aubrey was united in marriage to Gwendolyn Monroe on June 28, 1948, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, IA. Aubrey grew up working on the family farm near Mt. Hope. As a youth he would try to slip away to the Bloomington Bridge where he caught bullfrogs and sold them to the local restaurant that offered frog legs on the menu. …

Timothy John Cauffman, of Fennimore, WI passed away in his home on Saturday April 29th, 2023, at the age of 68. He was born on December 8,1954 to Lester and Emily (Leighton) Cauffman. He was number 7 of 8 children. He grew up helping on the family farm. After graduating high school Tim enlisted in the U.S. Navy serving from March 27th, 1973, until being honorably discharged on September 22nd, 1975. Tim was very proud of his time served aboard the USS Fort Snelling. In 1976, Tim married Alice Patten. They had 2 sons together, Michael and Lucas, and they …

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Funeral Services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 30 at Elim Lutheran Church, 403 N Lincoln St., Marquette, KS with Pastor Amy Kay Pavlovich officiating.  Burial will follow at Marquette Lutheran Cemetery.  A luncheon will follow at Elim.Sandy was a member of Elim Lutheran Church and served Marquette as an EMT for several years. In recent years, you might have found Sandy gallivanting around the countryside with the three other Golden Girls; Sherry Sneath, Phyllis Odell, & Lois Johnson. It is unclear if any outstanding warrants were still in existence at the time of her death.She is survived by her son Matthew Larson and grandsons Magnus & Leif Larson, Shawnee, KS; daughter Kirsten Larson, Overland Park, KS; sister Kay (Ray) Schenewark, Lincoln, MO; many nieces & nephews; and many friends.

Following high school, Sandy worked for E.C. Bishop’s Gun Stock Company in Warsaw for ten years before moving to Kansas City and taking a job at Black, Sivalls, & Bryson, and then Montgomery Wards. It was at a Montgomery Ward’s Christmas party where she met Merlyn (Merle) Larson.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Marquette EMS or to Elim Lutheran Church. Memorials may be sent in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N Chestnut St, McPherson, KS 67460.Sandy’s final career change came in 1989 when she went back to school to become an LPN. She graduated from Central Kansas Vocational School in 1990 with her Practical Nursing Diploma. She found her calling as an LPN at Riverview Estates where she worked for over 20 years, caring for her residents as though they were her own family.Sandy will be remembered as the strong & loving mother of Matthew & Kirsten Larson and the devoted and generous granny to Magnus & Leif Larson. She rarely missed an event in which her kids or grandkids participated and enjoyed every opportunity to spend time with family.Sandy will be remembered as the strong & loving mother of Matthew & Kirsten Larson and the devoted and generous granny to Magnus & Leif Larson.  She rarely missed an event in which her kids or grandkids participated and enjoyed every opportunity to spend time with family.

Sandra & Merlyn were married on November 10, 1973, at First Baptist Church in Warsaw, MO. In 1974, they returned to Merle’s family dairy farm in rural Marquette, KS where Sandy helped Merle with chores & calf rearing for many years.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Marquette EMS or to Elim Lutheran Church.  Memorials may be sent in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N Chestnut St, McPherson, KS 67460.

Following high school, Sandy worked for E.C. Bishop’s Gun Stock Company in Warsaw for ten years before moving to Kansas City and taking a job at Black, Sivalls, & Bryson, and then Montgomery Wards.  It was at a Montgomery Ward’s Christmas party where she met Merlyn (Merle) Larson. Sandy was a member of Elim Lutheran Church and served Marquette as an EMT for several years.  In recent years, you might have found Sandy gallivanting around the countryside with the three other Golden Girls; Sherry Sneath, Phyllis Odell, & Lois Johnson.  It is unclear if any outstanding warrants were still in existence at the time of her death. Born December 16, 1942 in Warsaw, MO, Sandra was the second child of James A. Kindle and Leola E. (Bailey) Kindle. Sandy attended school in Warsaw, graduating from Warsaw High School in 1960.

Sandra & Merlyn were married on November 10, 1973, at First Baptist Church in Warsaw, MO.  In 1974, they returned to Merle’s family dairy farm in rural Marquette, KS where Sandy helped Merle with chores & calf rearing for many years. 

Dorothy S. Davis passed away Wednesday, June 21st, 2023, in Eau Claire, WI. She was born on July 12th, 1934 the daughter of Lars and Bertha (Kuster) Skaar. After graduating from High School, Dorothy attended “Trinity School of Nursing” in Minot, ND and did her training at Cook County Hospital in Chicago. She then returned home to Stanley, ND where she met and was married to Arlen Davis in 1957. They moved to Auburn WA where she continued her nursing career at Auburn General Hospital in the emergency department. She remained there for many years until transferring to a Private …LeRoy Charles Belken, age 76, of Montfort, WI passed away unexpectedly on Friday June 2, 2023, at his residence in rural Montfort. He was born on July 22, 1946, in Platteville the son of Delvin “Boots” and Retha “Tiny” (Kauffman) Belken. He was united in marriage to Gloria Hugill on August 24, 1968, at the Montfort United Methodist Church. LeRoy graduated from Iowa-Grant High School in 1964. He continued his education at the Southwest Technical college in Fennimore receiving his welding certificate. LeRoy farmed the family farm in Wingville Township until purchasing the farm in 1970 from his parents. While …Clinton “Clint” E. Stephens, age 93, passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023, at Divine Nursing & Rehab. He was born on December 10, 1929, in Ellenboro, WI; the son of Donald and Georgia (Russell) Stephens. Clint graduated from Platteville High School. He married Doreen Cook on June 3, 1949. They were married for 35 years before she passed away. Clint was then married to Mildred on September 14, 1985. She preceded him in death in 2022. Clint and his brothers operated Stephens Standard for a couple of years, a 24-hour gas station. He then drove Ruan gas truck before …Montfort – Marilyn Joan Carr, passed away peacefully June 12, 2023, on what would have been her beloved husband’s 93rd birthday. Marilyn will be remembered for her kindness, class, and being a cheerleader to all. Marilyn was born in Neola, Iowa on September 9, 1933, in the depths of the Great Depression on a farm south of Neola, Iowa. The youngest of Tony and Mae Fischer’s six children, she graduated with a degree in Home Economics from Iowa State University. There she also met the love of her life, Dennis Carr, and they were married on June 29, 1957. Together, …