Obituary Magdalene Dorothy Larsen Magdalene Dorothy Larsen age 95, born May 15, 1914 passed away on Nov. 12, 2009. She was born in East Helena, Montana and moved to the Tacoma area as a young girl. Educated in Tacoma schools where she met her future husband Elmer Larsen. Together, they were married 62 years. Her husband preceded her in death. She is survived by her son, David Larsen of Tacoma, sister, Patricia Durpree of Tacoma, granddaughters, Courtney Rydman (Eric) Bay City, WA, Holly Rydman (Mark) Olympia, WA and 6 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to special friend Vicki Larsen and the doctors and nurses, 6th Floor Tacoma General Hospital for the excellent TX and care during Magdalene's illness and passing. A Memorial Service will take place at a later date. Please leave online condolences at www.GaffneyCares.com. Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home, 253-572-6003.