Neal Edward Larsen

Neal Edward Larsen passed away March 31, 2026, surrounded by family, in Heber City, Utah.

Neal was born November 29, 1932, in Heber, Utah, to Ola Willard Larsen and Florence Ethel Sweatfield Larsen, and was raised in Park City, Utah.

He married his sweetheart, Roberta B. Murray, on March 9, 1951, in Holladay, Utah, and was later sealed to Roberta in the LDS Temple on October 10, 2013. Together, Neal and Roberta raised their three sons: Robert Neal, Ronald B., and Edward Lynn.

Neal served his country in the United States Air Force as an airplane mechanic for four years during the Korean War. He also worked in the timber industry and at the Lark Mine in Bingham Canyon and United Park City Mines in Park City. Neal served 30 years in the fire service and retired as a Captain, leading with quiet courage and a deep sense of duty to his community.

Neal had a lifelong love of the outdoors and especially enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping. He made a difference in many lives; it was often joked that he was “the ward mascot” at his church. He will be remembered for his kindness and his ability to make friends wherever he went.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Roberta, and six siblings. He is survived by his three sons, Robert Neal, Ronald B., and Edward Lynn; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; and 2 siblings.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the nursing and support staff at Spring Gardens Assisted Living for eight months of care and compassion, and to Neal’s hospice caretakers for their kindness and support.

Viewing will be held on 4/9/26 from 6:00–8:00 PM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 150 N 200 W, Heber, UT. A brief viewing will be held on 4/10/26 from 9:00–10:30 AM, with services following at 11:00 AM at the same location. Interment will follow the funeral service at the Heber City Cemetery, 680 N 550 E, Heber City, UT.

In lieu of flowers please feel free to donate to the following charity: The Horse of Many Colors https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/horse-of-many-colors-cancer-foundation-donation-page