Ralph D. Larson

Ralph Dennis Larson, age 87, a resident of Arlington Heights since 1971, passed away June 12, 2026. He was born December 22, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois to Harry and Gladys (nee Weber) Larson. Beloved husband of 65 years to Mary (nee Wallin) Larson. Loving father of Randall (the late Rachel) Larson and Jennifer (William) Stukes. Proud grandfather of Daniel Larson, Joanna Stukes, and William Stukes Jr. Dear brother of the late Walter and Donald Larson.

Ralph was deeply committed to his faith, and was a long-time member and Elder at The Bridge Community Church. His work there allowed him to be a founding board member of the Fort Wilderness Ministries, a youth ministries camp he was proud to support.

Visitation will be held Monday, June 22, 2026 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at The Bridge Community Church - Randhurst, 302 Euclid Ave, Prospect Heights, Illinois. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:00 am at the church. Interment to follow in Ridgewood Memorial Park, Des Plaines, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Ralph's name to The Bridge Community Church for The Woods Retreat Center, https://www.thewoodscamp.org/give. Funeral care provided by G.L. Hills Funeral Home. For information, please call 847-699-9003 or visit www.glhillsfuneralhome.com.