Larson, Melva Lavonne Age 99 of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on 12/27/21. Preceded in death by sister, Charlotte; brother, Vernon; son, Wayne; daughter, Linda; and great grandson, Jacob. Melva provided daycare, room and board for single mothers for 54 years. She loved cooking, baking from scratch, polka dancing, and reading self-help or spiritual books. She touched many lives with her optimism and zest for life. Everyone was welcome at Melva's and was offered, good food, good conversation, lots of laughs and unconditional love. She had a big heart. Her favorite saying was "Love is the answer". Survived by sons, Charles (Nancy) Larson, Clem (Mick) Larson, and Larry (Leah) Larson; brothers, Glen and Delbert Schueller; 9 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild, nieces, nephews, and many loving friends. Visitation Wednesday, Jan 5 from 4-7PM at Washburn-McReavy, 2301 Dupont Ave S. Mpls. Funeral Service Thursday, Jan 6 at 11AM (visitation 10AM) at St. Joan of Arc, 4537 3rd Ave. S. Mpls. Washburn-McReavy.com Davies Chapel 612-377-2203

Published on January 2, 2022


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