Thomas A. Larson

Thomas Andrew Larson

August 9, 1938 – March 4, 2025

Tom Larson passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, at the age of 86. Tom was a remarkable man who leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity and a zest for life that impacted so many lives. He will be dearly missed.

Tom was born and raised in Menomonie, WI. After high school, he proudly served in the United States Air Force. He was stationed at Fort Snelling then later transferred to Fairbanks, Alaska where he primarily worked as a weatherman. Tom left the Air Force in August 1960 and moved his wife and infant son back to the Midwest. He worked for Univac in Minneapolis where he excelled as a computer programmer. A few years later he moved to Washington DC to continue his professional endeavors. He worked on projects for NASA, worked for Association of American Medical Colleges and was president of Delta Data Systems. He later founded Cable Data Corporation in Bethesda, MD and worked there until he retired in 2005. Later that year, Tom moved back to Menomonie to be closer to his family.

Tom was a man of many talents with a passion for learning and adventure. He was a skilled computer programmer, successful entrepreneur, artist, musician, pilot and crossword puzzle enthusiast. He was a true Renaissance man.

Tom traveled the world, exploring dozens of countries in his adult life. His travels fueled his artistic pursuits, resulting in a rich collection of paintings and sculptures that reflect the beauty and complexity of cultures he experienced.

A lover of live music, Tom particularly liked the intimate atmosphere of piano bars. He could often be found enjoying the melodies of talented pianists and reveling in the camaraderie of friends.

Above all, Tom’s greatest joy was his family. He was a proud father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He stayed close to his cousins and cherished every moment spent with his family. Tom’s wit, wisdom and playful humor will be missed by his family and countless friends from around the globe who were enriched by his stories and generous soul. His spirit will continue to resonate through the lives he touched, inspiring others to embark on their own journeys of exploration and creativity.

Tom is survived by his beloved son Kerry (Elizabeth) Larson, his two grandsons: Andrew and Jacob Larson; brother Orland (Kathy) Larson and sisters Linda (Rich) Olson and Laurel (Larry) Madsen and many nieces and nephews that adored him.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Myrtle Larson, his sister Mary Langford and his infant son Thomas Jefferson.

A celebration of Tom's life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on April 1, 2025 at Olson Funeral Home. Friends and family are invited to share their memories and honor the extraordinary life of a man who truly lived life to the fullest. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. We will continue to celebrate Tom at Jake’s Supper Club from 4:00 – 7:00PM.

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