David A. Larson, 79, of Southington passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital in Torrington. Born June 21, 1941 in New Britain, he was the son of the late Wilfred A. and Hulda Larson. David was a member of the National Guard and retired from National Cash Register. He loved his dog Jill, snowmobiling, boating, tag sales, playing practical jokes on family members, and working on cars in his garage. He had a hard time sitting still and always had projects in the works. He especially loved hosting picnics for the annual fireworks display in Otis, MA. He is survived by his two nephews, Thomas W. Larson, Roger A. Larson and his wife Laura and their daughter Jane Larson; his niece Heidi (Larson) Theriault and her sons, Matthew, Mark and grand nephew Christopher Lassy; a cousin, Merwin Anderson of Newington and his daughters Jill Anderson, Karen Newpower and her husband George of NH, and good friends, Robert Lynch and his wife Kris along with many others who meant so much to him. He was predeceased by a brother Roger A. Larson, and niece Gretchen (Larson) Lassy. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 10:00 am at Fairview Cemetery, 120 Smalley St., New Britain. Masks and social distancing are required. DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St., Southington has been entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Bread for Life, P.O. Box 925, Southington, CT 06489. For online condolences and directions please visit, www.dellavecchiafh.com