Larry French
January 1, 1970 ~ October 23, 2014
Larry passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2014 at Essentia Health in Fargo surrounded by his loving family.
Larry was born on October 3, 1940, the son of William and Della (Hanson) French, in Breckenridge, MN. He attended grade school in Breckenridge prior to moving to Minneapolis with his family. The family moved to Fargo in 1952 and Larry finished his schooling graduating from Fargo Central High School. Larry was married to A.E. “Nellie” Lockhart in 1961. They later divorced.
Larry was a longtime employee of Cass Clay Creamery in Fargo working there for over 40 years. During his free time he loved spending time with his family, hunting and fishing, and many days at the lakes.
Larry is survived by his son, Michael (Glori) French of Pelican Rapids, MN; his daughter, Karla (Zach) Baker of Moorhead, MN; his three grandchildren – Ashlyn French, Michael Baker, and McKenzie Baker. Also surviving are his sister, Bonnie (Jim) Critelli of Fargo; his brother, Alan (Margaret) French of Eugene, OR; and his longtime special friend, Darlene Halverson of West Fargo, ND. He was preceded in death by his parents.
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Fargo ND
I still think about him everyday! He will forever be in my heart and adored! Words can not explain the love I have for Uncle Larry! May God Bless you with his love and may you feel the love I will have for you forever!
Niece
Jeannie C.
Nampa IdahoMike & Karla – sure thinking of you guys this past week! I think you know Larry had a special place in our hearts and we have many fond memories of our times together! We just returned from a week of hunting up along the ID-WY border where we again made use of the special hunting apparatus Larry crafted for the 2000 elk hunt. Hard to believe that was 14 years ago! Mike will remember what I’m talking about…
Binford is among the prettiest places – so glad to see Larry chose that for his rest.
Russ, Lori, Marah, and Ciera Johnson
Berlin GermanyMay the Lord of life and death comfort all those in mourning. Sincerely, Roger David Aus ( president of our 1958 Fargo High School senior class)
WEST FARGO ND
58078-3367 North Dakota
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT LARRY
HE WAS A GREAT FRIEND
WE COULD NOT ATTEND BECAUSE DON
WAS HAVING SURGERY. WE HAD MANY GOOD TIMES TOGETHER
I have memories of swimming off the dock at Larry and Nelly’s…best sand on Sunset Beach…with my best lake friend Jennifer Hall.
I’m sorry to hear of Larry’s passing and offer my condolences to you all.
Most Sincerely,
Jodie Helgeson
Fargo ND
So sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Larry at Cass Clay for 22 years. He was always very kind and ready with a smile.
Harwood ND
So very sorry to hear the passing of Larry.. It is so very hard to lose a loved one. Aunt Bonnie and family hugs, kisses and prayers go out to your family..
Karla & Mike
We are so sorry that you have lost a Father, a Mentor, a Confidant, a Grandpa, a just a Great Guy! Please know that our thoughts and Prayers are going out to you and all of the French Family!
Fargo ND
My sympathies are offered to the family of Larry. I have happy memories of his Fargo days and more specifically of his
times at Fargo Central High.. Rest in Peace.
Fargo ND
My deepest sympathy to the French families. It’s been years over 50 years but I remember Larry and Bonnie, their folks and the little house by the hospital. Bill was so sick. I remember the dress shop in Pelican and Lake Lizzie. Aunt Leone thought so much of you kids. It’s tough to see so many go from our early memories. Larry was always friendly and nice. Miss knowing the French’s.”,,1,,,0,0
,2968,Ron & Linda Engelstad”
Otsego MN
Mike,
We are sorry to here of the loss of Larry. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers. I always enjoyed seeing him at the lake.
Erica Stangeland
Rapid City SDSorry for your loss. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Rogers ArkansasKarla, Mike and family. I was so saddened when I heard about Larry’s passing. He was like a second father to me growing up, as all of you all were like a second family to me. So many great memories of ski vacations, weekends at the lake, swim meets etc. Our dad’s were buddies way back when they were in High School and once they had kids we all became friends starting as toddlers. I will be thinking about you during this time of sorrow, and cherishing the memories.
Rapid City SDPrayers and Alms for the families
Sabin MN
My sympathy to all of Larry’s family.
Lots of good memories.
Joan
Our sympathy and prayers for God’s peace go out to Karla, Mike, Alan, Bonnie,
Darlene and their families at this time in the loss of their loved one. As
high-school kids we shared many good times and experiences with Larry. We both
left Fargo in late ’50s but kept in touch throughout the years. A truly great
friend, a truly great person. “Just another day in paradise” was a common saying
of his. Rest in peace and paradise good buddy.
Judy and Dino
Alexandria Minnesota
We are sending thoughts, prayers & strength for all of you. Larry was a great man! Wish we could have been there for service. Hugs to all.
Cincinnati OHSo sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. What wonderful memories I have of him and the whole French family. Water skiing, snow skiing, being pulled by the Volkswagen on a frozen lake Lizzie on the toboggan. He was a wonderful man who was always there for his family and friends. Although it is always sad to say goodbye heaven got a little better when Larry arrived. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Las Vegas NevadaOur sympathy and prayers for God’s peace go out to Karla, Mike, Alan, Bonnie, Darlene and their families at this time in the loss of their loved one. As high-school kids we shared many good times and experiences with Larry. We both left Fargo in late ’50s but kept in touch throughout the years. A truly great friend, a truly great person. “Just another day in paradise” was a common saying of his. Rest in paradise good buddy.
Judy and Dino
Fargo ndLarry will be greatly missed by his family,and all his friends. We had a lot of great times .
Rapid City SDOur hearts go out for the French and Baker Families. We met Larry and got to know him when we took a ski trip with his daughter to Bozeman, Montana years ago. He was great guy and he will be missed:)
Barnesville MN
We were lucky to have Uncle Larry in our lives and we will miss him very much. We will remember the good times at the lake for the rest of our lives.
Fargo ND
Sorry to hear about your Dad Karla and Mike. Will always have some great memories of him. Sending my thoughts and Prayers to you guys!
Jill
Ottertail MN
So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. There are so many good memories from the old neighborhood and I’ll never forget the look on his face or his questioning of what we were up to. Then he would crack a smile and I realized he was just joking with us. He has left a lasting impression on me for sure. Again, our sympathies to your family.
God Bless
Julie
Scottsdale Az.Childhood friend. Great guy.