Thomas Francis Larson, 64, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his Franklin home on January 22, surrounded by the love of his family, following a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born in Boston on February 19, 1961, Thomas was the son of the late Robert J. Larson and Lorraine (Carr) Larson.
Tom was a devoted husband to Charlene J. (Davis) Larson with whom he shared 39 years of marriage. Together, they built a life in Franklin Massachusetts, rooted in love, family, and perseverance.
A proud 3rd-generation pipefitter, Tom worked for the Boston Pipefitters Union, Local 537 for 42 years. His dedication to the trade and strong work ethic left a lasting impression on those around him, especially his sons, whom he proudly watched follow in his footsteps as 4th generation Local 537 pipefitters.
He was also a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving his country with honor and attaining the rank of Private First Class. His military service reflected his deep sense of duty, loyalty and commitment to others.
In his free time, Tom enjoyed riding motorcycles, snowmobiling, and especially spending time in the garage with his boys working on cars. Among his most cherished projects was his 1973 Nova, lovingly restored over the past few years, and his old blue short bed Chevy.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons: Robert J. Larson II and his wife Melinda, his step granddaughter Lilyana, and his beloved granddaughter and best friend, Hailey “Rosie-girl” Larson; Ryan M. Larson and his wife Nicole, all of Bellingham.
He is also survived by his siblings: Jayne Larson of Franklin; Debbie Gosselin and her husband John of Franklin, and their children James Gosselin, Nicole Al Rashid, Joseph Gosselin, and Danielle Bengs; Charles Larson of Franklin; Judy Larson of Franklin; Robin Baker and her husband Peter of Newport Rhode Island, and her children Christofer Amesbury, Stacie Amesbury, and Andrew Amesbury; and Eric Larson and his wife Erica and son Cody Larson of Blackstone.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, January 28th, from 4–7 p.m. at Ginley Funeral Home of Franklin (www.ginleyfuneralhomes.com), 131 Main Street, Franklin.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, January 29th, 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church, followed by burial at the parish cemetery, 175 Beaver Street, Franklin .
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tom’s memory to The Gilly’s House located in Wrentham Ma. One Time Donation - Gilly's House [gillyshouse.com]