He was born in Bemidji, Minnesota on June 26, 1919, to Carl and Lillie Larson. He was one of 4 children: Rolf, Jack and Richard who also served their country in WWII. Robert graduated from Army Air Corps Flying Cadet School in 1940, then went on to Temple University in Philadelphia where he got a BS in Education with a major in Physics and minor in Mathematics.
Robert was married to Mary Ellen (Marilyn) Noble on July 31, 1943, in Montgomery Alabama. They were happily married for 76 years.
Robert had a 22-year career with the Air Force, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Over the years he flew 25 different type aircraft and was stationed at 27 bases during his Air Force career. After retiring he was a professor at Ohio State University for several years before settling in Phoenix as a test pilot for the OV-10, then becoming an engineer at Garrett Turbine Engine Company until he retired in 1984.
Robert was a member of the Daedalians as well as The Knights of the Round Engine Table, a local club of senior distinguished pilots.
His passion was all things flying and travelling overseas, continuing to travel well into his 90’s.
Robert is survived by his two sons, Dr Paul Larson and Mark Larson; his 5 grandchildren, Katy McCoy, Justin McCoy, Travis McCoy, Brandon Bussemeier, Christopher Larson; and great grandchildren Ellen McCoy, Adelaine McCoy, Owen McCoy and Charlotte McCoy.
A visitation for Bob will be held Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Green Acres Mortuary & Cemetery, 401 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257, followed by his funeral service beginning at 11:00 AM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.greenacresmortuary.net for the Larson family.
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