Paul Eric Larson

Paul Eric Larson passed away unexpectedly on June 2, 2016.

He was born to John and Emma Larson in Omaha, Neb., on July 26, 1929, the youngest of seven children.

In 1951, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served during the Korean War for almost four years. Following his military service, he attended and received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Nebraska, majoring in economics and minoring in mathematics. A cornhusker for life, he so enjoyed Saturdays watching their football games.

In 1966, he moved to Manhattan Beach, Calif., accepting an offer to teach secondary mathematics for the Los Angeles Unified School District. He taught there and for the Fontana Unified School District until retiring in 2004 at the age of 74. It was very rewarding for him to feel he was making a difference in so many students’ lives.

Working on his master’s degree at Cal State Long Beach, he met fellow student Linda Thorsen. They were married on June 28, 1969. Traveling in their motor home, cruising to Alaska and the Bahamas, taking their sailboat to Catalina Island, and visiting 12 countries in Europe in one summer were among their most memorable shared experiences.

He is survived by Linda, his loving wife of 47 years; his adored children, Michael of Oceanside and Kristina of Fallbrook; his sister Ruth of Blue Earth, Minn., and numerous nieces and nephews.

Respecting his wishes there will be no formal memorial services. He will be missed deeply by his family and friends and will always be in their hearts.