Patricia Larson

Patricia Larson, age 85, of Hayti, South Dakota, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, surrounded by her loving family.

Pat grew up in the Erwin, South Dakota area and graduated from Erwin High School. She worked as a dental hygienist and held positions with the Hamlin County Extension Office, Midcom, and Hy-Vee. She also devoted many years to her role as a homemaker, happily accompanying her husband Bob on his various adventures. On October 23, 1965, she married Robert “Bob” Larson, and together they lived and farmed in the Hayti area.

A lifelong member of New Hope Lutheran Church in Hayti, Pat found quiet joy in crocheting, reading, gardening, tending to her flowers, and spending time with her family. She also took great pleasure in maintaining her several collections.

She is survived by her children, Timothy Larson of Hayti, Sarah (Dennis) Gentry of Sioux Falls, Jeff Larson of Hayti, and Gerald (Brittany) Larson of Hayti; her grandchildren, Amanda, Tyler (Makenzie), Laura, Alyce, Carolyn, and Otis; and her sister, M’Liss (John) Fuhr of Arlington. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ollie and Frances; her husband, Robert Larson; and many sisters- and brothers-in-law.