Jean (Mary Jane) Robertson Larson, 90 years-old, peacefully passed away on November 12, 2015 at Aspen Gardens Assisted Living, Helena, Montana, while under hospice care and surrounded by the love and prayers of family and friends.
Jean was born on June 15, 1925, in Three Forks, Montana, to Reuben and Edith Robertson. Jean was the youngest child, having an older brother, James Robertson. The family lived in Three Forks for six months before moving to Livingston, where she lived until August 2015.
After graduating from Park County High School, she was employed as a legal secretary until she met and married Leonard H. Larson. Jean and Leonard were married for 49 years until Leonard’s passing in 1989. The couple raised two sons, Donald and Rob, and two daughters, Linnea and Kris.
Jean possessed a contagious smile, an entertaining sense of humor, and a zest for living. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet and simple demeanor that won the trust and hearts of many who were forever changed by her constant nurturing love and faith. She was an avid bridge player, enjoyed keeping up on the local news and gave her time to help those in the church and community.
Jean is survived by her sons Donald and Rob Larson (Kim Uhrich Larson) and daughter Kris Larson (Tom Golnar). Jean is preceded in death by her parents, Reuben and Edith; her brother, James; her husband, Leonard; and her daughter, Linnea.
The family is deeply grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support in many heart-felt forms from too many people to name individually, including the staff of Frontier Home Health and Hospice and the caring, attentive team at Aspen Gardens.
A celebration of life will be held in Spring 2016 in Livingston, with internment at Mountain View Memorial. You may express your condolences online at www.helenafunerals.com (or by mail to: The Larson Family, 612 Oxford Drive, Bozeman, MT 59715)
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Larson Family Scholarship Fund which awards Park County High School seniors with engineering, math or science scholarships to Montana State University. To donate online: www.msuaf.org/give [select “academics” and find the “Other” option at the bottom of the page and then type in “Larson Family Scholarship Fund”]; to mail a donation: Montana State University Alumni Foundation, 1501 South 11th Avenue
Bozeman, MT 59715; or to call directly: 406-994-7099. The Larson family will match any donated funds to MSU up to $10,000.
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Lindie Gibson says
your mom was a sweetheart of a person…. and I will always remember her smile…It seemed she was always smiling….! Now – joining Linnea and your dad, I;m sure sh’es happier than ever – My thoughts are with you now – during this time of separation…. Sincerely, Lindie Gibson in Livingston
Dave &Rachel Rockafellow says
So sorry for your loss. She had a good long run in this life, and we hope your loving memories will be some comfort to you all. Please accept our deepest condolences. Dave & Rachel Rockafellow
Gary and Alaete Fish says
We always enjoyed seeing Jean in church or wherever we met her. Such a lovely lady with a ready smile. There is a special place in Heaven for people like her. She’ll be missed by so many. Our sympathies to her family. Gary and Alaete Fish
Mark and Vicki Stevens says
Don and family, so sorry to hear about your Mom passing. The picture brings back memories of visiting with her. She had such a wonderful smile and eyes that were just full of life. We hope the last few months have not been too hard for her or you. Know that you are in our prayers.
I have visions our Moms visiting in heaven and talking about their kids. Your Mom was very proud of all of you.
What a grand lady!!!
Blessings to you during this difficult time,
Mark and Vicki Stevens
Linda Sandman says
What a special woman- Jeanie has been like a second mother to me! I count myself blessed to have grown up next to her since I was 6- enjoying her warmth, that special smile, her sweet spirit & love! I’m happy for her that this last difficult struggle is over for her. I’m looking right now at a picture of Jeanie (she was always & forever Jeanie to me) & Len at Glacier Park when we did a family trip together. Always that smile- I’ll carry it in my heart forever!!!!
Doug Owen says
Rob, Don, and Kris,
Your mom was truly one of the most positive, bright, caring people I have had the pleasure to know in my life. Her goodness of spirit will always be with me and I am a better person because of that. I was sad to hear of her passing, but I am happy for the good life she lead on Big Horn Drive. My thoughts are with you all.
Your friend – Doug Owen
Marnie Gannon says
I think what I will remember best about Jean was her wonderful, melodious laugh. It charmed me every time I heard it. She was kind and attentive. a good neighbor, and the whole damned street loved her right back. She had many caring friends who checked on her and assisted her when necessary. We will all miss her and that fabulous lauigh.
Marnie Gannon
Teresa O'Connor says
Kris and Family,
As a kid I spent a lot of time at your house playing with you, Kris; and Pokey, Shorty, and the guinea pig. I don’t remember a single time your good Mom ever being fed up with us, or shooing us off – the woman had the patience of a saint! And there has never been a time, in all these years since, that your Mom didn’t stop and chat a minute any time I ran into her in our little town. We are all so much richer for having known her.
My condolences at this sad time, and know I will keep you all in my prayers.
God Bless,
Teresa O’Connor
Heather Glenn says
I have nice memories of such a sweet lady.
Hugs and my condolences.
Heather Glenn
Patrick and Joyce Phillips says
We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jean. What a lovely, lovely lady. Her smile was always her trademark. She was an inspiration to us all to search out the best in everyone. Our prayers are out to all of the family. Patrick and Joyce Phillips