Donald Paul Larson

Donald Paul Larson- 71
Of Quitman, Georgia, passed away on April 24, 2024, peacefully at his residence after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on January 29, 1953, in Escanaba, MI to the late Clifford Larson and Phyllis Hoff.
Don was meticulous about his yard and found great joy in tending to his many plants, flowers, and trees. Being an avid NASCAR fan, he enjoyed watching and attending the races. Many weekends Don could be found exploring flea markets and antique stores. But the thing that brought him the most pleasure in life was his beloved cat, Tiger Lily.
Don had many careers in his lifetime. As a younger adult, he and his family owned and operated a horse farm, where they raised Saddlebred and Quarter horses. He enjoyed participating in horseraces, many times serving as a judge. Don was the owner/operator of a bed and breakfast in Escanaba for many years. In the early 1990’s he decided to move south. It was then that he embarked on a career in the convenience store business for 30 years. He retired from Flash Foods after managing the North Valdosta Road store.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Bobby Larson; and sister, Rose Maskart. Survivors include his sister Mandy Larson of Gladstone, Michigan; brothers: Richard Larson (Mary) of Rock Michigan, and Dan Larson (Marty) of Rapid River, Michigan; special friends: Randy and Debbie Walker of Valdosta, Georgia, Craig Phillips of Quitman, Georgia, Jay Sutton of Quitman, Georgia and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
He was a member of Redland church of Christ and will be missed greatly by his church family.
Per his wishes he will be cremated. There will be a memorial service at 2:00 PM on May 11, 2024, at the church of Christ at Redland, 4257 Rocky Ford Rd., Valdosta, GA. Kind words and expressions of sympathy can be left for the family at www.musicfuneralservices.com . The Larson Family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta.