Larry Halverson, age 90, of Marshall, Minnesota, died under the care of hospice on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at the Avera Morningside Heights Care Center in Marshall. A private celebration of life memorial will take place at a later date – please leave the family a memory or condolence at Hamilton Funeral Home in Marshall.
Larry Dean Halverson was born on January 1, 1936, in Foley, Minnesota. He was soon adopted, along with his brother, Roger, in March of 1939 by Menzer and Esther (Greene) Halverson. Larry attended school in Tracy, Minnesota, and graduated with the high school class of 1955. While in school, Larry entered the National Guard for 3 years before serving his country in the United States Army after graduation. Larry was stationed in France from 1956 until 1958, when her returned home to marry his sweetheart.Larry was united in marriage to Mayme Nelson on November 9, 1958, in Tracy. The couple made their home in Marshall, Minnesota, and raised two daughters: Lori, born in 1959, and then Lisa in 1964. Larry was incredibly fond of Mayme’s parents, Frans and Nora Nelson, and he always called them “Ma and Pa”. Larry spent over 40 years in the electrical trade and was heavily involved in construction. In fact, he built their current home where he and Mayme have lived for over 50 years. Larry always had a special place in his heart for pets, and he always had a dog at his side. Larry’s enjoyments in life included hunting, fishing, cutting wood, and gardening. He would often share vegetables with family, friends, and neighbors. Larry had a positive outlook on life; He was a great storyteller – his audience hung on every word he said. Larry was also at the ready to help anyone in need, and he was a hard worker, evidenced in everything he did. Most of all, Larry was proud of his family and loved them all unconditionally, with his whole heart. That same love was returned to him in full. He will be dearly missed.
Larry Halverson died peacefully and with family at his side on August 2, 2026, in Marshall, Minnesota. A life well-lived until the age of 90 years, 7 months, and 1 day. Blessed be his memory.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Mayme Halverson of Marshall; 2 daughters, Lori (and Steve) Sletten of Savage, Lisa (and Scott) Truedson of Marshall; 5 grandchildren, Melissa (and Jason) Hagen of Belle Plaine, Mark Sletten (and Louise Burns) of Marshall, David Sletten of Savage, Chelsea (and Hayden) Dombrovski of St. Peter, Nicole (and Codie) Lane of Princeton; 5 great-grandchildren, Andrew (and Kaylyn) Hagen of Mankato, Morgan Hagen of Belle Plaine, Aubrey Lane of Princeton, Nora Dombrovski of St. Peter, Piper Lane of Princeton; his little dog, Dolly; and cats, Boots and Honey Bunny. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Menzer & Esther Halverson; parents-in-law, Frans & Nora Nelson; and a brother, Roger Halverson.
