Robert Alma Larsen passed away on May 1, 2018 in South Jordan, Utah after a courageous battle with ALS. Bob was born on Feb 9, 1950 to Lyle and Dana Larsen.
He was raised in Riverton, Utah and, as a young man, he worked hard in the family business alongside his father and brothers. Bob attended Bingham High School where he played on the basketball and tennis teams. After graduation, he went to Utah State University where he earned a degree in marketing. Bob had a sharp mind and loved learning. He enjoyed reading history throughout his life.
Bob married Nelda Cundick in 1969. They later divorced, but took great pride in raising their children, Celece and Wyatt. Bob was given a second chance at love when he was introduced to Julie Jensen Mendenhall. They were married in 1985. He loved Julie dearly and was a devoted father to his children and stepchildren Bo and Nate Mendenhall. Bob's highest priority in life was his family and his greatest moments were the times they spent together in Lake Powell, Hawaii, and on other adventures large and small.
Bob enjoyed a successful 35-year career as a real estate broker and agent for Coldwell Banker. He approached his work with enthusiasm, integrity, and skill. Bob earned a reputation that was rooted in honesty and fairness. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in a variety of capacities throughout his life. His kind, generous heart brought joy to those around him. He will be greatly missed by those who knew him and loved him.
He is survived by his wife Julie, who lovingly and admirably cared for him when he was unable to care for himself; his children: Celece (Rob) Krieger, Wyatt Larsen, Bo (LeeAnne) Mendenhall, Nate (Mary Ann) Mendenhall, and his 15 grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers: Lyle (Carol) and Larry (Barbara) Larsen, and sisters: Kathy (Paul, deceased) Howard and Pat (Dan) Deakin. He was preceded in death by his parents Lyle and Dana Larsen.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 5th, at 12:00 noon in the LDS chapel at 1409 W. Shields Lane (9800 So.), South Jordan, UT 84095. There will be a viewing Friday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the chapel with a viewing on Saturday before the funeral from 10:30 a.m. to 11:40 a.m. Interment will follow at Larkin Sunset Gardens. Special thanks for the kind care Bob received at Carrington Court Memory Care and by Ashby Home Health and Hospice and by his team of doctors at the University of Utah Hospital.
"He fought the good fight; he kept the faith."
