Obituaries

Mildred E. Larson, age 83, a lifelong resident of West Scranton, passed away Sunday morning at Regional Hospital of Scranton, after an illness.
Born in Scranton on March 30, 1937, and daughter of the late Oscar and Mary (Knight) Larson, Mildred was a graduate of West Scranton High School.
Mildred worked for many years in the credit department of Downtown Scranton’s Globe Store, before its closure. She was last employed by Marywood University, prior to her retirement. A faithful Roman Catholic, she was also a lifelong member of St. Patrick’s Church Parish in West Scranton.
Always armed with a camera, she loved picture taking. She also adored all animals. Kind and generous, Mildred was always there for anyone in need. She’ll be forever missed.
She is survived by her loving sister, Audrey Gallagher of Scranton; and many adoring nieces and nephews.
Also preceding her in death were siblings, Arlene Walsh, Paul Larson and Peter Farrell.
Blessing services by Rev. Richard Fox, St. Patrick’s Parish Pastor, and burial at Cathedral Cemetery in Scranton, will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Patrick’s Food Pantry c/o 1403 Jackson St., Scranton, PA 18504.
Arrangements are under the care of the Kevin K. Kearney Funeral Home, Inc., 125 North Main Avenue, Scranton.