Jeanne S. Larson

Jeanne S. Larson, 86, of Whitewater, formerly of Fort Atkinson, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2012 at Hearthstone Memory Care in Whitewater.

Jeanne was born on January 4, 1926 in Lodi, daughter of the late George and Alice (Richards) Skarda. She married Donald Larson on April 23, 1949 in Lodi. He preceded her in death on October 1, 1993.

Jeanne worked at the Fort Atkinson Hospital for 41 years as a surgical nurse until her retirement. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and had also been a member of the Fort Atkinson Lioness Club. She cherished her time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking, walking and traveling. She was loved by one and all for her joyous spirit.

Jeanne is survived by her daughter Kathryn (John) Taylor of Hudson, OH; daughter-in-law, Sharon Larson of Fort Atkinson; grandchildren, Clayton (Carrie)Larson of Edgerton, Travis (Abby) Larson of Edgerton, Patrick Taylor of Brooklyn, NY and Megan Taylor of Lakewood, OH; great grandchildren, Maggie and Ruthie Larson and Devon Witt all of Edgerton; sister, Mary Devine of Madison; special friend, Lloyd Hansen of Whitewater and many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her sons, Steven and Douglas Larson; brothers, Donald and Hugh Skarda and sisters, Dorothy Lueck and Arlene Wopat.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, January 9, 2011 at the First United Methodist Church in Fort Atkinson. Friends may call from 1 p.m. on Monday at the church until time of service.

Memorials may be made to Hearthstone Memory Care in Whitewater.

The Dunlap Memorial Home is assisting the family.

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