John Walton Larkin, 67, of Laramie passed away February 13, 2020. He was born in Watertown, South Dakota to Charles Arthur and Shirley Jean (neé Walton) Larkin on January 4, 1953.
He was raised in Clark, South Dakota. After graduating from Clark High School, he went on to receive his degree in Accounting from the University of Wyoming. John was a successful CPA business owner for 40 years.
He was an avid outdoor sports enthusiast, who enjoyed golf, hunting, scuba diving, and skiing. He followed the University of Wyoming Cowboys and Cowgirls, along with the Minnesota Vikings. John was loyal, loving and a man of integrity.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
John is survived by his sister, Leslie Forester of Wausau, Wisconsin; his brother, Charlie (Jan) Larkin of Watertown, South Dakota; his nieces and nephews, Peter Schranz, Mark Schranz (Carla), Cate Sommervold (Jon), Liz Larkin, Emily Folsom (Greg); and his great nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the University of Wyoming Foundation and/or Watertown Community Foundation, PO Box 116, 211 E Kemp Avenue, Watertown, S.D. 57201 and/or Charity of one’s choice in John Larkin’s name.
John and I were very good friends in college. We were both Sigma Chi brothers and had many great experiences skiing together at many different resorts. In fact we took a trip together ( in his Buick Le Sabre) and skied Jackson Hole, Park City and Sun Valley all on the same trip. Very generous and funny man and I was very proud to be his friend. I did keep in touch with John over the years and I will miss him very much. Just a sensational man! RIP LARK
I just learned of John's passing online. My condolences to his entire family. I have fond memories of my business relationship with John through many, many years. He was very bright, an excellent CPA and always was honest and ethical. He will be missed.
Dear Leslie, Charlie and family, My thoughts and prayers to your family regarding this sad news about John. He was a fiercely loyal friend and a wicked smart businessman. Please contact me if I can be of any assistance during this difficult time. Tena Rice has my contact information. Carol H/Denver, CO
My condolences to Leslie, Charlie and both of their families. To say John was an important person in my life feels like an understatement as he was not only my boss, teacher and advisor but also a confidant and friend. I went to work for John after graduating UW and he was my work family for the next 20 years. He was always there for me and I was there for him even after leaving his employment. John meant a great deal to me and I will miss him very much.
I used to play softball with John back in the 80’s with the Police team. He was a good teammate. I know Harry Nagel would want to say he was a good friend to him as well. Blessings for his family.
Leslie and family - I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a dear friend when I lived in Laramie, and we have many memories of him. Rest in Peace, John Larkin.