Theda Larsen, of Bellingham, peacefully passed away on March 16, 2014. Theda was born on July 29, 1923 in Bellingham to Samuel and Clara York. She was a 1941 graduate of Bellingham High School and attended Western Washington College. In 1945 she married Wendell W. Larsen. For 68 years they immensely enjoyed each other’s company. She managed the Bellingham Frederick and Nelson and later retired from the safety and insured offices of Intalco Aluminum. Theda is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Pauline Dalquest. She is survived by her husband Wendell W. Larsen, daughter Paula Jo (David) Peterson, grandchildren Matthew (Julie) Peterson, Lindsay (Hans) Christiansen, 5 great-grandchildren and 4 nephews and nieces. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Whatcom Hospice House, 2800 Douglas Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225.