ROBERT N. LARSON
JUNE 7, 1929 - MARCH 25, 2010
Robert Neil Larson, born June 7, 1929, in Mount Vernon, Wash., passed away peacefully March 25, 2010 in Stanwood.
Bob grew up on Fir Island and attended elementary school in Conway. He graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1947.
Right after graduating from Pacific Lutheran College, Bob married his sweetheart, Donnie Hamburg, in 1951.
Following service in the Korean War, Bob began his long career in education, teaching and later serving as principal in Burlington. He then moved the family to Belfair when he was principal at North Mason High School. He went on to serve as assistant superintendent in Lake Stevens.
Bob and Donnie finally settled in Stanwood where he served as superintendent for 11 years. After enjoying retirement for a brief two years, Bob continued his lifelong commitment to his community by serving as mayor of Stanwood from 1985 until 1993.
Bob enjoyed 59 wonderful years of marriage with Donnie. They had four children, Larry (Val) Larson of Marysville, Dan (DeAnn) Larson of Conway, Cathy (Reid) Huntington of Camano, and Allen (Darcy) Larson of Arlington.
He is survived by his brothers, Dick (May) Larson and Jack (Diane) Larson and leaves behind 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by grandson Ryan Larson and by his parents Lawrence and Gladys Larson.
Bob enjoyed duck hunting and fishing and spent many hours volunteering in his community. But above all, Bob enjoyed spending time with his family, attending all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s sporting events and activities with his loving wife Donnie.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity in honor of Robert N. Larson.
There will be a celebration of Bob’s life on April 10, 2010 at 1 p.m. at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Stanwood.
Private inurnment will be held at Anderson Cemetery.
Please share your thoughts of Robert and sign the online guest register at www.gilbertsonfh.com
Arrangements are under the care of Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood.
