David Neil Larson, a man of remarkable strength, courage, love and humor passed away on January 21, 2025 at the age of 77. Dave was surrounded by his wife, his dog (Bentley) and a great friend when he peacefully slipped away.
Dave's life began on February 27, 1947 in Cambridge, Illinois where he lived until moving to Boulder, Colorado in 1965. He graduated from the University of Colorado in 1969 and at this time he met his wife to be, Nance Whiting Brown, on a blind date of all things. But this blind date turned into 55 years of a loving, loyal and devoted partnership. Dave became a successful Real Estate Broker and opened his own office which he ran for over 40 years.
Dave and Nance's son, Neil Brown Larson, was born in 1989 and as Neil reached adulthood he became a partner with his Dad in running the rental property business.
Dave's devotion to the University of Colorado became also a love affair with the Colorado Buffaloes. And he tried to never miss a Buffs basketball game.
Dave developed prostate cancer in 2012 and for the next 13 years he fought this disease with a positivity that never wavered. He and Nance started spending half of each year in Rio Verde, Arizona in 2014.
Dave has left behind his wife, Nance, his son, Neil and his daughter in law Annie Bednar Larson...as well as so many loyal friends and a huge loving family.
Dave's warmth, kindness and humor and love of life and family will be deeply missed and forever cherished.