Frederick J. Larsen, 97, of Kentland died at 12:35 pm, Thursday, November 20, 2014 at Iroquois Memorial Residence Home of Watseka, Illinois. He was born February 18, 1917 in Watseka, IL t the late Charles and Emma (Jacob) Larsen. He graduated from Raub High School and attended 2 years at Purdue University before leaving to serve in the Army during World War II. Following his military service, he completed his Bachelors Degree at Purdue University. He married Marcelle Martinez on January 15, 1944 in Perrigeaux, North Africa. She survives. He lived in Watseka and moved to Raub and then to Lafayette before serving in the War. He moved to Kentland in 1975 and has made Kentland his home ever since. Frederick served in the United States Army as a Corporal in the Signal Corps and was stationed in the European Theatre; North Africa, Sicily, Italy, London, and France. He worked as a farmer and retired from farming in 1975. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Earl Park, American Legion Post 23, and served as Benton County Co-Op Director in York Township, Chairman of A.S.C.S in York Township, Chairman of York Township Farm Bureau, and Chairman of York Township Community Fund. He also served on the Benton County Fair Association Board. He enjoyed coin and stamp collecting, wood working, and he collected arrowheads. He is survived by his wife, Marcelle; 2 daughters, Elizabeth Livingston (husband: Ken), Suzanne Giacometti (husband: Pierre); 3 grandchildren, Sandra, Kevin, and Caroline; and 2 great grandchildren, Safia and Ronan. He was preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother, and 1 sister. Friends may call from 9:00 am (CST) until time of service at 11:00 am (CST), Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home in Kentland with Father Robert Bernotas officiating. Interment will follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Kentland. Memorial contributions may be given in Frederick's name to the St. Joseph Catholic Church or to the American Legion Post #23. Memories and online condolences may be given at www.clapperfuneralservices.com