Leah Dawn Larson

ROCHESTER, MINN: Leah D. Larson, 61, died peacefully December 23, 2010 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.Leah was born October 9, 1949 in Rochester to Marvin and VaLor (Pretzer) McGowan. She graduated from Mayo High School in 1968 and was a graduate from Mankato State. Leah worked for many years as a special needs teacher. On December 26, 1970 Leah married Ronald A. Larson. She was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church. Leah was employed with Coldwater Creek and a member of Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and shopping. Leah believed in and supported her community by always giving back of herself. Leah was known throughout the neighborhood and became a close friend to many. Leah was full of spunk and enjoyed living life to the fullest. Her main love in life was her family. Leah is survived by her loving husband, Ronald A. Larson; children, Todd Larson, Kara Brady (Brandon); grandson, Quinton Brady; mother, Val McGowan; brother, Markus McGowan and numerous friends. Leah is preceded in death by her father, Marvin McGowan.Visitation will be held 4:00-7:00 p.m. Monday, December 27, 2010 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home, 5421 Royal Place NW. Rochester. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at Bethel Lutheran Church 810 3rd Ave. SE Rochester. Rev. Anjanette Rist will be officiating with interment at Grandview Memorial Gardens.