Barbara A. Larson (Kuba)
September 2, 1939 - October 18, 2022
It is with great sadness that our beloved mother, proud grandmother, "Mimi," and wonderful
friend to many, passed away peacefully at the Shaker Place nursing home in Albany NY. Born
to Julius and Mary Kuba in Passaic New Jersey, the family moved to the Argyle NY area, where
she lived her entire life with peace and joy. Barbara graduated from Argyle Central School and
also from Plattsburgh State as a Registered Nurse, meeting her late husband, Arne Larson, at
the VA hospital in Long Island. Barbara dedicated her life's work to helping others and her
presence and reassuring words of comfort will be missed.
Barbara enjoyed her independence at home, attending services at the Fort Miller Reformed
Church and staying in touch with friends and family with cards, notes and telephone calls.
Often referred to as "mimi-isms," Barbara was known to randomly offer her unique and usually
happy perspective on life. She would always keep her family informed of world events, the
latest medical advances, as well as the daily weather outlook.
Barbara is survived by three children Kristine Larson (Frank Costa) of Niskayuna, Karin Larson
of Largo Florida, Kenneth Larson (Robin Carrales) of McKinney Texas, and six grandchildren
(David (Akemi), Megan, Ashley, Benjamin, Danny, Abigail and great grandson Vincent). Per Barbara's request, a private
graveside service will be held at the Saratoga National Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest
with her husband Arne. In Barbara's memory, donations can be made to the Community
Hospice Foundation, 310 S. Manning Blvd. Albany, NY 12208, the Fort Miller Reformed
Church, Fort Miller NY, or St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.