Jeffery Wayne Larson

Thinking of all of Jeff’s family and friends during this difficult time. He will be so missed

Im so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our condolences to Jeff’s family, especially wife Tracy and children and grandson, along with dear friends. Jeff was a good man and gone far too soon.
Teresa & Rich Norwig

I am so sad to read this. I got to know Jeff when he picked up his meds from the pharmacy, he was always in a good mood. Even in days when I knew he wasn’t feeling well. When I was transferring out of West Fargo and to a different town, I cried when I told him and he cried as well. The friendship we had just based off the time he was there. He was such an easy spirit guy, there will never be another Jeff. I will miss him so much!! Tracy, your husband was AMAZING. Hugs and prayers to his family. Until we meet again. 🩵

I was saddened to learn of your passing. I had the privilege of working with you during my short time at Moorhead PD and again throughout my years with Dilworth PD. I’ll always remember you as a great cop/Task Force, a better person and someone that I was fortunate to know. The Dilworth Police Department sends our condolences to your family and friends.

Jeff was an amazing co-worker and friend. He always had advice to provide, whether you wanted it or not. My favorite Jeff saying is, “let’s let that marinate”. Usually in the context of let’s take a step back and think things through. Complaining to Jeff usually resulted in the response, “will this affect my pay or my retirement? If not, I don’t care.” During the many conversations with Jeff at work, it was clear that he was immensely proud of his family. You will be missed brother. Godspeed.

To everyone who knew and loved Jeff, and especially to his wonderful wife, Tracy:

Growing up as a cousin the same age as Jeff was a privilege full of fond memories and shared milestones.

My earliest memory of Jeff was in our role as the ring bearer and flower girl at our aunt’s wedding. We rehearsed the role diligently, but only to the point where we walked up to the altar. Come wedding day, Jeff and I walked down the aisle side by side. Jeff had the confidence of a Hollywood actor hitting the red carpet, while I diligently dropped petals on our walk. During the ceremony, being new to the flower girl circuit, a question suddenly hit me: What do I do on the way back? Naturally, on the walk back, I began picking up the “mess” I made—gathering the petals I had just dropped. The crowd chuckled, and Jeff gently nudged me and whispered, “You’re supposed to leave them there.” He then guided me down the aisle confidently. Even at a young age, Jeff’s nature of guidance and support was evident. I felt completely reassured having him by my side.

During the time Jeff’s family lived in Zap, ND, he frequently visited our farm in Hazen, and we would make trips to their home in Zap. While he introduced me to the game Operation, I taught him how to navigate the horses, pigs, and—most importantly—our billy goat named “Nuisance.” Jeff was tough and courageous. During one of his visits, he proudly displayed a wound left from a procedure on his foot. He went into every single detail, beginning with the needle to numb the area to the final excision, proudly showing me his foot like a war-torn soldier returning from battle.

As time went on, his family relocated to Cooperstown, and ours to McVille. The visits paralleling farm life with city life continued. I learned about Pong and other video games at his house, while we went horseback riding on the farm. By the time we were entering junior high, Sharon would take us to the Cooperstown pool and bemoan how the girls would approach and crowd Jeff—which was entirely justified by how adorable he was as a kid! I would step in, introduce myself as his visiting cousin, and pull him away from the fan-girl pool gathering (sorry, Jeff!).

We both eventually made it to high school graduation, sharing that milestone celebration at Grandma Skippy’s house with a shared cake and our family surrounding and supporting us. Jeff then went on to marry his high school sweetheart, Tracy.

Looking at Jeff’s life, although it was cut short, it was immensely full. As I read the description in his obituary from those closest to him, I realize he was exactly the same Jeff I grew up with—stable, confident, calm, caring, jovial, and courageous. I have to admit, I got a chuckle over the mention of his movie quotes. It may just be a gene passed down on the Larson side, as I frequently torment my own coworkers with “Movie Quote Trivia” and refer to lines on the regular.

Jeff will be so deeply missed. Although I am heartbroken by his passing, I am comforted to know his life was so incredibly full.

Tracy, although his time was cut short, it is apparent that the life you shared with Jeff was the kind of beautiful partnership that most people never realize in a lifetime, and for that, I am deeply thankful. The positivity and light the two of you shared is a gift that nothing can ever erase.

sadness is all we can think about for your family. we are so sorry for the loss of Jeff in your lives. prayers for strength and comfort as you go through this.
Gaylen and Cathy Weisenburger

I’m so sorry for your loss! My prayers are with you and your family.