Teri Comstock
Sunday October 13, 2013 at
11:25 PM
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Chris Larsen, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I always enjoyed going into Hilltop Sports with my husband and listen to Tilly talk about his stories with his customers. He was always helpful and friendly. Until today, I didn't realize he was your father. May God comfort you in this difficult time.
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Clark Kent
Friday October 11, 2013 at
8:23 AM
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I remember Tilly from classes at GHS. I even remember asking his Mom how the "Tilly" moniker came to be, but I have long forgotten her reply. We know God has a place for each of us and the people John touched during his time with us will always remember him. Clark Kent, GHS 68.
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Carol Bond and Family
Wednesday October 9, 2013 at
10:01 AM
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It was a blessing to see each of you from the "Larsen" family at John's visitation. We are so sorry for your loss.May you draw near to God and each other for comfort and strength. "Blessed be God,even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of all mercies,and the God of all comfort" II Corinthians 1:3 You are all in our prayers.
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Barry VanHarn
Tuesday October 8, 2013 at
6:39 PM
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Tilly was a class act and great guy. Rest in peace my friend.
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Wendy (Eastman) Nyman
Tuesday October 8, 2013 at
6:30 PM
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The family and friends of my former classmate and coworker have my deepest sympathy. John will be missed.
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Emily (Braden) McKenna
Tuesday October 8, 2013 at
6:14 PM
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One of my favorite stories to tell came from Tilly about when an owl hooted just as he was about to touch the door handle of his truck one morning. I can still hear him tell the story and I still laugh. My condolences to Cheri, Bob and the rest of the family.
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Cliff Bergeron
Tuesday October 8, 2013 at
6:10 PM
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I will always remember how helpful and polite he was with all. Such a sad loss for his Family Our Hearts go out to them at this difficult time. See you again fine sir.
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Doug Lyon
Tuesday October 8, 2013 at
6:10 PM
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Rest in peace old friend. You will be missed.
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Jan Mallindine
Tuesday October 8, 2013 at
3:57 PM
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I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of one of my classmates from high school. May you find peace in your loss, and joy in your memories.
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Faith Ridgeway And Brent Decker
Tuesday October 8, 2013 at
9:50 AM
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We are so very sorry if any thing at all you need please feel free to ask
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Greg and Jennifer (Sprowls) Pilkinton
Tuesday October 8, 2013 at
9:44 AM
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I remember John from my youth when he visited my parents. He had the most beautiful long hair I have ever saw on a man and, the biggest smile that reached from ear to ear. His laugh could be heard from the front yard to the barn. My parents hearts are cracking and so is mine, Chris I'm so sorry!
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Gerald and Mary Ellen Tovatt
Monday October 7, 2013 at
4:01 PM
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Cheri and family. We are so sorry for your loss. I remember the day Kelli was born and what a loving a couple you were. He was a honest and hard working individual. I was fortunate to have known him.
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timothy hankis
Monday October 7, 2013 at
2:43 PM
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So sorry to hear about john. My family lived next to his mom and dad for years. Then bob and i got to know john. He was the nicest guy i meet all the family was. He help me with things and i return the favor. I will miss the wave we get when i left or came home. I miss the hello neigbor. I miss him riding his harley. Ill even got to snowmobileen with him to.. he will be sadly miss.
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Mr.& Mrs.Merritt&Mary Ann (Eckberg)
Monday October 7, 2013 at
12:03 PM
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Sorry to here about John passing. I know John since school. Merritt work with him at Gibson. we send our pray to the family
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Brian Hughes
Monday October 7, 2013 at
10:05 AM
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My thoughts and prayers to John's family. He was always a great mentor to those of us that had the pleasure to meet him and discuss our common hunting and fishing intrests. John will be greatly missed by his family, friends and the community in which he loved so much.
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Tom & Diane Sprowls
Monday October 7, 2013 at
9:29 AM
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John was the kind of guy you wanted to get to know. Many nights, after working at Gibson in Belding , John made sure that my wife Diane got home safely. That was John. With broken hearts we say, "Catch ya later."
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Monday October 7, 2013 at
9:20 AM
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Kelly Proctor
Sunday October 6, 2013 at
6:34 PM
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Chris, Tamara & Family,
With the Deepest of Sympathy for your loss. John was always a very nice to me and my boys. His love for his family was very deep and obvious to all. My thoughts and prayers for you all - Love you, Kelly
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Laura & John Sutton, Rex, GA
Sunday October 6, 2013 at
2:57 PM
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Sue and Family:
Deepest Sympathy on the passing of your brother, John...be assured "he's now walking those streets of Gold with our Maker and we shall see him again." Our prayers and thoughts are with each and every one of you at this time.
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Rick & Deb Petersen
Sunday October 6, 2013 at
9:06 AM
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Chris and family, we are sorry for your loss, please know that your loss is shared by those of us that worked with and have known your father. John will be deeply missed.
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Betty Wakefield
Saturday October 5, 2013 at
8:57 PM
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Oh, Cheri and family. I am so sorry to read of John's death. I am honestly devastated. You don't know me and I will fill you in here. My friend Tina and I were the "newbies" at a CCW class at Hilltop last fall. We had never shot a handgun and had to be the last ones to shoot. We went out to shoot and were met by your John. He was so kind and helpful. How were we to know that when we started with our mostly weekly shooting dates at Magnum that we would be greeted by John as his "newbies". He was such an incredible help especially to me. He helped me with guns and shooting. I was really struggling and he kept encouraging me and helping me. He was such a kind soul and a man of such integrity. He spoke of his family so often and always with a smile and that twinkle in his eye. I know that he loved each of you deeply. I will forever miss his smile at Magnum. It will never be the same. My love to you at this difficult time.
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Paul & Kaye Christensen
Saturday October 5, 2013 at
3:40 PM
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So sorry to hear about John. We just talked to him a week and a half ago. He looked well. Our prayers to your family.
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Bruce Dennis
Saturday October 5, 2013 at
3:09 PM
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I highly reguarded John and thought of him as a great guy.
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Sara (Billings) Garnett
Saturday October 5, 2013 at
2:03 PM
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To the Larsen family, I was sorry to hear of the loss of a classmate. I remember Jim & John (Tilly) from grade school at St. Charles through our high school days. May his family find comfort in your memories.
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wanda smith
Saturday October 5, 2013 at
8:27 AM
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So sorry to hear about John. Iworked with him in Belding when he first hired in at Gibson Products and in Greenvile . He was a great guy,and will be missed. I will pray for his family.
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Rick and Linda Moore
Saturday October 5, 2013 at
8:14 AM
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Larsen family we want to send our condolences to your family. Rick worked with John at Hilltop and enjoyed getting to know him and spend time with him. John was a great guy we will miss him. Your family is in our prayers. God bless and comfort you all
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Dave & Sandi Smith
Saturday October 5, 2013 at
1:17 AM
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May your family find peace and remember only the love you all shared as a family. God bless all of you.
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Michael Schreiner
Friday October 4, 2013 at
8:05 PM
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John,Jim, and I spent a lot of our young life playing together. Our house was just across the ball field. We always went to summer recreation at Walnut School where Mr. Diehl taught Jim how to play chess. It's difficult experiencing the loss of childhood friends. Best regards to the family.
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Randy & Eva Howell
Friday October 4, 2013 at
7:35 PM
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So sorry to learn of John's passing. He was considered part of our large Electrolux "family". He will be sadly missed. Our thoughts go out to his fsmily.
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Deborah Mason
Friday October 4, 2013 at
6:41 PM
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John ( Tilly ) as I always knew you and called you, you were always someone to look up to Always kind, big heart, passionate about hunting which is why I first introduced my husband to you...he doesn't trust many but was completely in love and in trusted with the friendship and help you gave him for hunting...guns, bows, crossbows, ammo, etc. over the years. Any question you were there . God Bless You and your family. may you RIP!!!
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Carla Brigham-Griswold
Friday October 4, 2013 at
2:39 PM
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Cheri, Kelli, Angie & family..You are in my thoughts & prayers..I'm so sorry for you loss..
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Bradley's
Friday October 4, 2013 at
2:37 PM
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Thoughts and prayers to you all. John will be greatly missed.
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John H. Larsen, age 62 of Greenville, died Thursday, October 3, 2013 in Grand Rapids. He was born September 5, 1951 in Greenville, the son of Howard and Catherine (Petersen) Larsen. John graduated from Greenville High School, class of 1969. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He enjoyed riding snowmobiles, traveling, and especially riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. In recent years, he worked at both Hilltop Sports Center and Magnum Sports, where he loved having the opportunity to teach and help new sportsmen. John is survived by his wife, Cheri Larsen; children, Christopher (Tamara) Larsen of Trufant, Kelli Larsen of Fort Collins, CO, and Angie (Stewart) Enlow of Gowen; grandchildren, Emma and Oliver Larsen and Cheyenne and Caimen Enlow; siblings, twin brother Jim (Sally) Larsen of Oregon, sister Sue Whitney of Georgia, and brother Bob Larsen of Georgia; and special pet beagles, Sam and Katie. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday at Hurst Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Charnley of the Greenville First United Methodist Church officiating. Visitation will be Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Burial will be in St. Charles Cemetery, Greenville. Memorial contributions may be given to the Spectrum Health United Memorial (SHUM) Foundation.
