Michael Dean Larson passed away on June 29, 2026 at Friendship Manor, Rock Island Illinois.

Michael was born in Moline Illinois on July 22,1949, the son of Clinton and Louise Larson of Rock Island Illinois. Michael was a 1967 graduate of Rock Island High School. After high school Michael joined” Up with People” as a cornet player in the band and toured the United States and Europe.

Michael was drafted into the Army and served in Germany during the Vietnam war. He was honorably discharged July 1971.

Michael graduated from Brooks Academy of Photography, Santa Barbara, California and also Northern Illinois University. He worked primarily in computer sales and technology.

Michael is survived by his brother Ted Larson and sister in law Janice of Dallas Texas. Sister Laura Chumbley and brother in law Brad of Moline Illinois. Nephew, Christopher and Allison Chumbley of Bettendorf and niece, Cara Chumbley.

Nephew Matthew Anders Larson son of Ted and Janice Larson was deceased August 18th 2025.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM , Thursday July 9, 2026 at Knox Chapel of Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, 2106- 7th Avenue. Rock Island Illinois. Visitation will be 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM prior to the service at Knox Chapel.

Memorials can be made to Quad City Paws as Mike was an animal lover.