The Rev. Lawrence B. Larsen, 89, retired priest of the Diocese of New York, died Nov. 3 at Largo Medical Center, Largo, FL, after a brief illness.

Fr. Larsen was a native of Brooklyn, NY, and a graduate of New York University and General Theological Seminary. He was ordained deacon and priest in 1934. He served as vicar of Redeemer, Yonkers, NY, 1934-36; rector of Holy Nativity, New York City, 1936-46; rector of Christ Church, Pelham Manor, NY, 1946 until his retirement in 1966, at which time he was named rector emeritus. Fr. Larsen served in many community and diocesan service positions throughout his career and after his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Astrid Charlotte Salling Bjorkgren, three sons, a brother, and five grandchildren.