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We are saddened to announce the death of our father Larry,  who was born on December 4, 1938, and passed peacefully in his sleep on April 23, 2024, at the age of 84.  

He is the youngest son of the late P.O. and Olga (Hedlin) Pederson. Although born in South Dakota, he lived in North Branch most of his life and was a business owner until retiring in 2020. Lawrence married Betty Kliber of Little Falls, Minnesota on April 12, 1969, and became a father, grandfather, and great grandfather.

He is survived by his children; Chris Pederson, Kathy (Blaine) Yaeger and Paul Pederson, two grandchildren, Geoff (Rachel Crouch) Pederson and Erich (Danielle) Yaeger, and one great grandson Eli Yaeger; plus many nieces, nephews from the Pederson, Benusa, Virnig and Kliber families and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife Betty, sibling Perry (Delores) Pederson.

He was a wonderful father who will be greatly missed. His ashes will be interred in the family plot located at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery at a date to be determined. Any condolences for the family can be sent to PO Box 354, North Branch, MN 55056.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Grandstrand Funeral Home and Cremation Service in North Branch.  Condolences may also be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com

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