Harold J. Larson, 87, of Kenosha, passed away on Friday, September 30, 2011, at his residence. Born in Oshkosh, WI, on February 28, 1924, he was the son of the late Harold J. and Marie (Penzenstadlar) Larson. He was educated at St. Vincent Grade School and graduated from Oshkosh High School, coming to Kenosha in 1959. He was in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II, from 1943 until 1945. He served in China, Burma and India Theatre as an engineer and top Turret Gunner. He was awarded the Air Medal and Distinguished Flying Cross. On January 25, 1947, he married Bernadine "Bernie" Weber at St. Vincent’s Catholic Church in Oshkosh. He was a plumber by trade, having worked for Frank Principe Plumbing, Josephson and Thomey Plumbing, and later was self-employed until his retirement in 1994. A member of St. Mark’s Catholic Church, Catholic National War Veterans, and Plumber’s Local #118, he was a drummer for Julie’s High Hatters Orchestra from 1961 until 1981, and later the Rhythmaires. He was an avid Green Bay Packer Fan. Harold had been an active pilot for many years. He was the greatest husband and father in the world. Surviving are his wife, Bernadine "Bernie" of Kenosha; a son, Ronald P. Larson of Kenosha; a daughter, Mary Jo (Paul) Anderson of Kenosha; and a brother, Thomas Larson of Oshkosh, WI. He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Larson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 3rd, St. Mark’s Catholic Church at 12:00 noon. Entombment with full military honors will follow at All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will be held on Monday at St. Mark’s Catholic Church from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Harold’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com