James N. Larson

James Norman Larson was born to Norman Emil and Anna Jane (nee Griffiths) Larson in Waukesha, WI on November 25, 1956 and he found eternal peace on August 8, 2015.

Jim loved his family and was fortunate to live with his extended family that provided excellent care throughout his illness. He is survived by his daughter Jennifer (Jerry) Johnson and grandchildren Alyssa Brugger and Kayla, Dustin, Christian and Ashlynn Johnson. He is further survived by his sister Bobbi (Jerry) Mueller and nephew Andrew Mueller. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved uncle James Griffiths.

Jim loved the family farm where he lived most of his life and learned the value of hard work. He spent many years working for James Mann & Assoc., went on to work for Midwest Industrial Lumber before his retirement from Pro Driver. Jim was an avid reader that enjoyed Louis L’Amour novels and he loved John Deere tractors, country music, John Wayne movies, and the Green Bay Packers.

Jim was a lifelong member of Bethesda Presbyterian Church. Private graveside services will be held at Jerusalem Cemetery on Wednesday, August 12, prior to interment.

The family would like to express their thanks and appreciation to Dr. Paul Lemarbre for an effective treatment plan and Dr. Martin Kern for years of exceptional care and compassion that gave Jim six years longer than anyone dreamed possible. Special thanks also go to Amy with Hospice Advantage for her gentle care as Jim faced his final journey.

Randle-Dable-Brisk Funeral Home, Crematory and Preplanning Services is honored to serve the family. For further information, please call the funeral home at 262-547-4035 or visit our website at www.waukeshafunerals.com for directions or to leave the family an online tribute message.