Roberta Larsen

1942 - 2017
Roberta Ann (Lancaster) Larsen passed away peacefully on January 17, 2017 in her home. She is free from pain from health challenges she courageously faced for several years. She is, and always will be, a loving wife, a dear friend, a caring mother and a generous grandmother. Ann was born on June 19, 1942 in Afton, Wyoming to Robert and Ella Lancaster. She was the 7th of 10 siblings. She grew up on a ranch and decided at a young age this was not what she wanted to do. She moved to Ogden, Utah and studied at Steven Henager College earning a Business Degree. She met Charles Russell Larsen at a dance and they eventually married. She worked at Dugway Proving Grounds in the Personnel Office. Then transferred to Tooele Army Depot as a Safety Secretary. She retired after over 20 years service. During which she had 2 children, Kim (Larsen) Jenkins and Jason Larsen married to Gaylynn Larsen. Her husband Charles Russell Larsen, her 2 children, 7 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren survive her. Ann loved to travel, she explored various places her favorites include Denmark, Italy and several places in South America. March Madness was a favorite time of year. Ann was an avid basketball fan and loved to predict the outcome of March Madness. She was able to predict many correct championships. Ann found ways to serve others all her life. She served as a primary teacher for many years as well as a volunteer with the Relief society in the kitchen for many events. Her loving and caring spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday January 21, 2017 at the LDS 5th Ward building 115 East Cherry Street at 12 noon. Interment will be at the Grantsville City Cemetery. Services entrusted with Didericksen Memorial, 435-277-0050.