Leonard James Larsen, 84, of Whitewater, WI, passed away peacefully with wife and family by his side on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Leonard was born to Leif and Lillian (Hallberg) Larsen on August 21, 1941, in Batavia, IL.

Leonard would serve his country in the United States Navy Seabees, joining in 1959. He continued his education to become an electrician, working in the city of Geneva, IL. Leonard was a member of the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers’ Union for 50 years. He married Jessie Joann in 1977 and moved to California shortly thereafter.

Leonard loved spending time trapshooting, woodworking, watching football, spoiling his pets, and time on the lake.

Leonard is preceded in death by his parents, his sister Louise Pruitt, his daughter Tamara Schulte, and his son Larry Riley. He is survived by his daughters Carla (Rich) Murray, Pamela (John) Nicks, Karen Singer, Sheri (Fred) Esslinger; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

The services are private to the family. Nitardy Funeral Home of Whitewater is assisting the family. Online condolences can be left at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com.