Lance Michael Larson

Lance Michael Larson, 29, of O’Fallon, MO, completed his life on earth and went home to be with his Savior on Thursday, March 14, 2013. Lance was born on March 31, 1983, in Camarillo, CA, to Michael and Lisa (Welch) Larson (O’Fallon, MO). As a young child, Lance loved to learn, share, and help others. He enjoyed many sports, including running, basketball, baseball, and soccer. Being raised in a Christian home, Lance learned the importance of obedience to God, studying the Word, and service to others early in life.

Lance loved his family. After his love for Jesus, his former wife, Samantha, was the love of his life. He loved his children, Caleb Michael, Isaac Seth, and Acadia Pearl, with all his heart, and continually prayed for them.

As a beloved son of Mike and Lisa, Lance was a true blessing in so many ways. As the older brother of Luke (Wright City, MO) and Lianna (Dalian, China), he was caring, protective, and a best friend.

He treasured the conversations with his Grandmothers Marilyn Welch (of Mascoutah, IL) and Mary Lou Larson (of Decatur, IL), as well as his late Grandfathers Robert Welch and Darrell Larson, hearing stories of their past and learning from their experiences. Many wonderful times were spent with his uncles, aunts, cousins, and close friends.

Lance’s elementary years were spent at Tyro Christian School, Tyro, KS, and Kingdom Christian Academy, St. Ann, MO. He graduated from Roanoke Christian Schools, Roanoke, VA, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA, and was a student at Franklin Pierce University, Concord, NH.

God was an important part of Lance’s life, and his desire was to share the message of Christ with those around him. As a young man, Lance was blessed with the ability to talk and listen with people of all ages and walks of life. He willingly shared what he had with others and opened his heart to all.

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DUE TO THE SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE VISITATION HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO MONDAY (03/25/13) VISITATION FROM 4-8P.M. AT THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF TROY AND ALSO FUNERAL SERVICE HAS BEEN MOVED TO THE FOLLOWING DAY, TUESDAY (03/26/13) AT 10 A.M. ALL AT THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH IN TROY.

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Family and friends are encouraged to share their love and memories with the family on Monday, March 25, 2013, from 4:00pm – 8:00pm at Troy First Baptist Church, 1000 Elm Tree Road, Troy, MO.

Lance’s Victory Service will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at Troy First Baptist Church. Pastors Mike Larson and Richie Rhea will be officiating. A committal service will be held at 2:00pm at Mascoutah City Cemetery, Mascoutah, IL. Immediately following, all are invited to gather at St. John United Church of Christ in Mascoutah for a meal and a time of sharing memories.

Memorial gifts may be made to The Lance Larson Memorial Fund, which has been set up at the Bank of Old Monroe.