Judy (Judith) Louise Larson

life story

Beloved Mom and Grandma to Many

Judy Larson, age 80, passed away peacefully March 20th with her family by her side.

Judy was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin and best friend to many.

Born to Janette & Elmer Leerssen; she grew up in Monticello; Graduated from Monticello High School, worked at Monti Theater as a teenager, after graduation she pursued a vocational degree in bookkeeping then worked at the hospital in Monticello. In 1963 she married Al Larson and they owned and operated the Coast to Coast store in Monticello for many years, later was turned into Larson’s Ace Hardware.

Her hobbies included quilting, cross stitching, puzzles, hanging with grandkids and visiting at her daughter’s campsite in the summers. She also enjoyed her trips to Florida to visit her son or go on a cruise with her daughter's family. Everyone who knew her loved her and will be dearly missed.

Judy was preceded in death by her mother, father, and brother John Leerssen.

She is survived by her children, son Todd Larson and daughter Missy (Chris) Buttrum; 7 grandchildren – Hayes, Maya, Alex, Nate, Zoe, Ethan & Lexie. Many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

In lieu of flowers… please send a donation in Mom’s name to American Heart Association (Heart.org). Per Judy's request no services are planned at this time.