Mrs. Elsie Elizabeth Larson

1914 - 2010

Mrs. Elsie Elizabeth Larson obituary, 1914-2010, Toronto, ON

BORN

1914

DIED

2010

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Trull Funeral Home & Cremation Centre

2704 Yonge Street

Toronto, Ontario

Elsie Larson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 19, 2010.

Arrangements under the direction of Trull Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Toronto, ON.
Larson, Elsie Elizabeth (nee Bondo)
Passed away peacefully on September 18 2010 at Sunnybrook Hospital in Toronto.
Will be greatly missed by son Richard Larson and by daughters Ann Larson (Mark Smith), Margaret (Klauss Schroeder), Carole (Roch Vaillancourt), Helen (Kai Mikkelsen), and Mary (Peter Johnson); grandchildren Kirsten and Peter Smith, Carl Eric Schroeder (Kerry), Thomas Schroeder, Anne Marie Vaillancourt, Lisbeth Bondo Hansson (Tim), Kenneth Mikkelsen, Simon and Erin Wright; great-grandchildren Freya, Riley, Elias and Magne.
Elsie was born in 1914 in Davenport, Iowa the daughter of Anna and Viggo Bondo. She was raised in Racine Wisconson and moved with her parents to Toronto in 1930.Elsie graduated from Victoria College (U of T) in 1938 with an honours degree in History and English and subsequently from the Royal Conservatory of music.
She married Carl Larson in September 1938 and dedicated her life to raising her children as well as service to St.Ansgar Lutheran Church, where she was the organist for more than 60 years. Music was central to her life and she was active as church choir director, choir director, choir member, Sunday School teacher and piano teacher. Friends are invited to call at the TRULL FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTRE "North Toronto Chapel" 2704 Yonge St, Toronto (5 blocks south of Lawrence) on September 21,2010 form 2-4pm and from 7-9 pm. Funeral services will be held at St. Ansgar Lutheran Church 1498 Avenue Rd, North York on September 22, 2010 at 2 o'clock pm. In lieu of flowers donations in Elsie's memory may be sent to Canadian Lutheran World Relief or to St.Ansgar Endowment Fund

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September 23, 2010

To the Family of Elsie Larson: I wish to add my condolences to the family and give thanks for the life of Elsie. By travelling with her father to Sheridan and playing at services there for the Danish community centered in East Oakville she helped plant the seed that later developed into a church community. In the fall of 1953 Grace Lutheran Church was formed with some 60% of charter members being members of St. Ansgar. In 2003 Elsie visited with us to take part in the anniversary service. In her memory a donation will be made to CLWR. Sincerely Karl Pedersen, 1107-965 Inverhouse Dr. Mississauga ON L5J 4B4

September 22, 2010

Marli Karvonen

Dear Larson Family: Sorry that I was not able to be with you today to celebrate Elsie's life. I have very fond memories of her, especially singing in her choir at St. Ansgar's.She truly was a great lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sadness. Sincerely,

September 22, 2010

Brenda Douey (Christensen)

Dear Larson family:
I wish that my Mother (Greta Christensen) could be with you today, but she is frail & in a Nursing Home. Our condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you. I have many fond memories of your Mom at St. Ansgar Lutheran Church as a child. Your Mom's patience & guidance during Sunday school and choir will never be forgotten.
Take care,

September 21, 2010

Anne Hedlin

Dear Carole and family:
I am so sorry to be unable to be with you to celebrate Elsie's life on Wednesday -- I shall be out of town but my thoughts will be with you. I feel very honored to have known her -- someone who was so talented and yet so modest about her accomplishments. She is one who certainly deserves the greeting,"Well done, thou good and faithful servant".

September 21, 2010

Eileen Petersen

Dear Carole and family, Lloyd and I just received word of your Mom's passing.
We are away and unable to be there in person, but our hearts and thoughts are with you all at this time. What wonderful memories of your Mom, Carole, spending many hours at her home and enjoying her company. I will always remember your Mom with great love and admiration. Take care
Lloyd and Eileen Petersen and Family.

September 21, 2010

Dear Mary and Peter,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Although the signs are sometimes subtle, you will be reminded that she is close by. Take care of yourselves as you honour her life.
Love,
Sara Jo

September 21, 2010

To all of Elsie's children,
My Mom (Ruth Christensen)and brothers and I have many happy memories of time spent with your family throughout the years. Mom has always considered Elsie's friendship to be one of her greatest treasures, and I know she will really feel the loss. Elsie's was a life well-lived and we all are richer for having known her. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Helen Ann

September 21, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. All your good memories with help you get through this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathies.
Kemptville Public School

September 20, 2010

Dear Mary,
Our thoughts are with you, Peter, Simon and Erin. I know you will miss her greatly. You have have shared many wonderful stories about your Mom. Your good memories will help to support you through this difficult time.
Jillian and Jerry

September 20, 2010

Mary, Peter, Simon, and Erin -
Rob and Eleanor join me in sending our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. From the stories I have heard, she lived her long life to the absolute fullest.
Find strength in knowing she is now resting in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of loss.
Fondly,
Kathryn Caldwell

September 20, 2010

Dear Mary, Peter, Simon and Erin

My deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother and grandmother. I know she was a very big presence in all your lifes and she will be missed dearly. Just keep her memory close to your heart and she will never be far away.

Judi and Mark

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