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Mervin Harold Larson

Birth	:	30 Mar 1922 Highland, Clayton County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	19 Nov 2016 West Union, Fayette County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Highland Lutheran Cemetery, Highland Township, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.8987000, -91.5330000
Description	:	Although he looked forward to “triple digits”, Mervin Harold Larson, 94, of rural Gunder, died Saturday, November 19, 2016, at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital in West Union, Iowa. He was born March 30, 1922, in Highland Township, Clayton County, Iowa, to Adolph and Anna Marie “Mary” (Johnson) Larson. Mervin was baptized and confirmed at Highland Lutheran Church, rural Elkader where in 1900 his great grandfather was a founding member. He graduated from Elkader High School in 1939. On November 25, 1947, Mervin was united in marriage with Elva Mae Lerch at Highland Lutheran Church. Four children were born to this... Read More	Although he looked forward to “triple digits”, Mervin Harold Larson, 94, of rural Gunder, died Saturday, November 19, 2016, at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital in West Union, Iowa. He was born March 30, 1922, in Highland Township, Clayton County, Iowa, to Adolph and Anna Marie “Mary” (Johnson) Larson. Mervin was baptized and confirmed at Highland Lutheran Church, rural Elkader where in 1900 his great grandfather was a founding member. He graduated from Elkader High School in 1939. On November 25, 1947, Mervin was united in marriage with Elva Mae Lerch at Highland Lutheran Church. Four children were born to this union. The couple farmed near Elkader, Iowa until 1967; moving north of Gunder where he farmed until age 75. He successfully raised Hampshire hogs and Holstein dairy cattle. Mervin was a true steward of the land. Mervin was a member of Highland Lutheran Church where he served as president and secretary. He was also a member of Clayton County Pork Producers, Dairy Producers, Farm Bureau, and volunteered at Valley Community Schools serving as a tutor and mentor. In his earlier years he served as a leader of the Worthwhile 4-H Club and played with the Turkey River Wildcats Baseball Team. He enjoyed playing cards and he and Elva Mae belonged to neighborhood card clubs where they played 500 and euchre. The couple also enjoyed traveling and dancing. He was entertained by watching sports – especially the Chicago White Sox and Dallas Cowboys. After his wife’s death, he lived independently for 16 years on his farm with the assistance of his daughters, helper Pam Gordon, and family handyman Michael Reinhardt. Survivors include his children, Sandra (friend, Marie Muehlenbein) Larson of Northville, MI, Shirleen (Michael) Reinhardt of Elgin, Karma (Charlie) Poesch of Waverly; nine grandchildren, Shelley Harbaugh, Sabrina Hangartner, Sonya Anderson, Jesse (Jen) Reinhardt, Josie Mae (Korey) Witt, Carly, Christopher, Collin, and Chelsea Poesch; ten great-grandchildren, Sierra, Alayna, Adrianna, Tyler, Lindsey, Hunter Lars, Cayl, Dayne, Jace, Nora; two great-great-grandchildren, Jonathon, Ella Mae; sisters, Velma Berns of Elkader and Mildred Christianson of Edgewood; brother, Donald (Rita) Larson of Elkader and special friend, Ivanelle Hoth of Elkader. He is also survived by his aunt Minerva Blockhus and a host of beloved brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his dear wife, Elva Mae in 2000; his son, Stanley in 1997; and three siblings, Norma Harrington, Ruby Rivers, and Carroll Larson. During his long life he treasured the memories of many special relatives and friends. Memorials may be directed to Highland Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund. Visitation: 3 to 7 pm November 22, 2016 at Leonard Funeral Home - Elkader and one hour before services at the church on Wednesday Funeral Service: 11:00 am November 23, 2016 at Highland Lutheran Church - rural Elkader, Iowa Interment: November 23, 2016 at Highland Church Cemetery - rural Elkader, Iowa Obituary published by Leonard Funeral Home

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Mervin Harold Larson's memorial is located at: Highland Lutheran Cemetery, Highland Township, Clayton County, USA.
When did Mervin Harold Larson death?
Mervin Harold Larson death on 19 Nov 2016 in West Union, Fayette County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 42.8987000
Longitude: -91.5330000

Family Members:

Parent

Adolph Henry Larson

(1894 - 1965)

Mary Anna Johnson Larson

(1903 - 1994)

Spouse

Elva Mae Lerch Larson

(1928 - 2000)

Siblings

Velma Jermaine Larson Berns

(1926 - 2021)

Norma Larson Harrington

(1930 - 1987)

Carroll Lamar Larson

(1943 - 2016)

Children

Stanley Mervin Larson

(1950 - 1997)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Highland Lutheran Cemetery
Highland Township, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8987000, -91.5330000

2. Cook Family Cemetery
Elkader, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9209880, -91.5091230

3. Clark Family Cemetery
Beulah, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9166505, -91.4751415

4. Apostolic Cemetery
Marion Township, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9347000, -91.5821991

5. Houg Cemetery
Gunder, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9444008, -91.5675964

6. Weymouth Cemetery
Saint Olaf, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9278799, -91.4583559

7. Patterson Pioneer Cemetery
Saint Olaf, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9216000, -91.4489000

8. Marion Lutheran Cemetery
Gunder, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9708290, -91.5127792

9. Illyria Cemetery
Wadena, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8975983, -91.6363983

10. Wagner Township Cemetery
Saint Olaf, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9519386, -91.4513931

11. Norway Lutheran Church Cemetery
Saint Olaf, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9352798, -91.4302826

12. Corbin Cemetery
Wadena, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8440000, -91.6200000

13. Sacred Heart Cemetery
Volga, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8050003, -91.5508270

14. Hillcrest Cemetery
Volga, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8047000, -91.5509000

15. Elgin City Cemetery
Elgin, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9580000, -91.6410000

16. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Wadena, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8424988, -91.6492004

17. Dohrer Cemetery
Osborne, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8124846, -91.4584734

18. Wadena Cemetery
Wadena, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8428000, -91.6520000

19. Old Stone School Cemetery
Volga, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7973000, -91.5661000

20. Eno Cemetery
Wagner Township, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9930992, -91.4693985

21. Elkader Cemetery
Elkader, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8541718, -91.4000015

22. East Clermont Lutheran Church Cemetery
Grand Meadow Township, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9969406, -91.5916672

23. Old Pioneer Cemetery
Wadena, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8375100, -91.6537300

24. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Elkader, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8488998, -91.4021988