Obituaries
Jon F. Larson, 86
January 11, 1938 - October 14, 2024
Jon Fredrick Larson passed peacefully on Monday, October 14, 2024 at his residence at Willow Valley Communities in Willow Street, PA. Born in Queens, NY, he is survived by his wife of 65 years, Marilyn Hildebrandt Larson and three children, Janet Moquin (Manchester, CT), Gary (Raleigh, NC), and Susan Turletes (husband Thomas, Herndon, VA). Additionally, Jon is survived by grandchildren Shauna Silva, Gregory Santiago, Nicholas Turletes and great grandchild Conner Silva.
Mr. Larson earned a BS in Electrical Engineering at the University of Colorado-Boulder in 1959 and began his distinguished 33-year career with IBM shortly after. He appreciated the long time he spent in New York’s Hudson Valley raising his family and the later opportunity to work in San Jose, CA. Jon and Marilyn eventually found Chocowinity, NC where they lived for over twenty-two years exploring the sea, sand and farmlands near North Carolina’s Crystal Coast.
Ever inquisitive, Jon was an intrepid traveler and inspired amateur photographer. He enjoyed meeting new people, hiking, sailing and volunteering for many different community organizations including the City of San Jose Senior Citizens Commission and the North Carolina Estuarium. He was recognized for his leadership efforts and stewardship through many awards and accolades from business, social and philanthropic groups.
A memorial service is planned for Saturday October 26, 2024 at Snyder Funeral Home in Willow Street, PA. The family wishes to thank all of Jon’s friends, acquaintances and caregivers who helped make his journey memorable. It was a life well lived.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Jon’s memory to the North Carolina Estuarium, 223 East Water Street, Washington, NC 27889.
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Condolences to the Family
January 12, 2025
Jon F Larson was my Pop-Pop. I have such wonderful memories of him. He was the only one on the Larson side of the family who treated me with kindness. However, it was unfortunate that he didn’t save me from the abuse and neglect that his daughter (my mother) put me through as a young girl. My grandmother didn’t care for me (and she didn’t care for my brother because he’s half Puerto Rican). My aunt is just as evil as my mother.
RIP to my Pop-Pop.
November 21, 2024
Dear Marlyn family and friends, Our deepest sympathy from the Siepietoski family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all .
Sandra
October 22, 2024
Marilyn, Bill and I send our sincere condolences to you and your family. We thought very highly of him. You two have been greatly misssed in Chocowinity/Washington! Fondly, Carol and Bill Mann