Larry Madsen

Larry L. Madsen, 71, of Fort Dodge, IA, died Thursday, February 23, 2023, at Accura Healthcare of Carroll.   Private family services will be held at a later date.  Memorials may be directed to the family.  Arrangements are with Historic Bruce Funeral Home of Fort Dodge. 

Larry was born December 6, 1951, in Fort Dodge, the son of Earl and Alice Arlene (Mathiason) Madsen.  He attended Fort Dodge schools.  On February 22, 1972, Larry enlisted in the Army National Guard.  In 1976, he was united in marriage to Vonda Carlson.  In his younger years, Larry enjoyed playing with his nieces and nephews… kick the can, hide the cork and model cars.  He also enjoyed cheering for the Iowa Hawkeyes and Minnesota Vikings. 

Larry is survived by 2 sons:  Steven and Kent; granddaughter: Ashley (Dupuy) Gronewold;  2 great grandchildren:  Zerlyn and Brixlye Gronewold; and 2 siblings:  Linda Hansel and Mike Madsen.  He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife:  Vonda Madsen; his parents; sister-in-law:  Annji Madsen; and brother-in-law:  Roger Hansel.

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