Obituary of Gregory F. Larson

LARSON, Gregory F. “Big Bopper”, age 61, of Andover, formerly of New Hope, left us after a heroic battle with cancer, on January 30, 2017. Greg had a true love for his family and friends. He especially loved the outdoors as well as anything swimming in the water that enjoyed leeches or night crawlers. His children and grandchildren were the apples of his eyes. Preceded in death by his father, Floyd. His life will be celebrated by wife, Kathy Kashmark; daughters, Jessica (Brian) O’Connor, Lauren (Mike) Jones and Jennifer (Don) Schultz; 9 grandchildren; mother, MaryAnn; siblings, Michele, Jeff (Francisco), Julie, Scott (Cheryl), Jennifer (Jon) and Mary (Dan); nieces, nephews, relatives and good friends. Greg was a member of The Union of Operating Engineers Local 70. In honor of his favorite traveling companion, Duke, memorials are preferred to www.ruffstartrescue.org dog rescue. No flowers or plants, please. Memorial Gathering 4:30pm-7:30pm Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Cremation Society of MN, 7835 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Park. www.cremationsocietyofmn.com