Brandon Michael Larsen Obituary (1984 - 2017)

On January 25, 2017 our oldest son, brother, nephew, cousin, grandson and friend passed away unexpectedly in his sleep. He was born on May 21, 1984 in Denver, Colorado to Daniel "Bud" and Dalynda Larsen. He will be missed and loved by all those who knew him. As Brandon grew up he attended school in Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois and California. He attended Provo College of Nursing. As a child he always watched over his siblings fiercely. Brandon had a tender heart and looked out for the underdog. In his youth, he befriended many frogs, turtles and salamanders and secretly adopted them. He had a great love for the outdoors. Any chance he had, he would be outside, camping, hunting, fishing, and boating with his dogs. He loved water sports, one of his favorite things was to go to Lake Powell and explore the canyons, go jet skiing, and wakeboarding. He was gifted and extremely talented. Brandon was an artist, a master carpenter, an amazing handyman that could fix anything and loved technology. He loved family and enjoyed extended family gatherings and celebrations. Brandon had a soft spot in his heart for all his little nieces and nephews; they were so fond of him. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served a mission to Saint Louis, Missouri. He had a testimony of Jesus Christ which helped him with his journey through this mortal life. He is survived by his two beloved adorable dogs, Milo and Jersey. They meant the world to him. His Parents Daniel "Bud" and Dalynda Larsen, a brother, Daniel Austin, three sisters: Ashlee, Kristy and Kailey Larsen. Grandmother Melba Larsen, Grandparents Klyde and Ruth Petersen and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by Grandma Marlene Petersen, Grandpa Birch Larsen and Aunt Kathy Larsen. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, February 4, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the Olpin Family Mortuary Chapel, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove, Utah where family and friends may attend a viewing from 10 - 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will be in Pleasant Grove City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinmortuary.com