Anne Vaughn

Larsen

Anne Vaughn Larsen

Anne Vaughn Larsen entered the Lord's heavenly kingdom on Sunday, February 23, 2025, peacefully with her daughters at home in Harlingen, Texas.

Anne was born on May 25, 1925, in Nashville, Tennessee to Dr. James J. Vaughn Sr. and Margaret Newlin Vaughn. She was the longest standing member of West End United Methodist Church in Nashville, having been placed on the cradle roll when she was born.

She graduated from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, where she sang in the A Capella Choir and a small group called Lotus Eaters. During college, she sang with Francis Craig's large orchestra as well as smaller ensembles, and had a Sunday morning radio show on WSIX radio.

She married Omer C. Parman of Nashville, TN in 1948 (deceased). Her love of children led her to a 26-year career as an elementary teacher in Nashville Metropolitan Schools. She was an active member of Delta Kappa Gamma Honorary Teacher's Society for more than 50 years.

After many years apart when they were both widowed, Anne married her Vanderbilt sweetheart James C. Larsen of Harlingen when she was 80 and Jim was 84. They had 17 wonderful years together and they treasured every day, making up for lost time.

Upon moving to Harlingen with Jim, Anne's affiliation with Harlingen Country Club brought a renewed interest in golf and bridge. She loved her many friends dearly. She and her talented friend Carol Fugit gave many musical programs for the 12-30 club at the Ladies luncheon.

She frequently contributed her time and talents to others, knitting and making beautiful, smocked baby dresses to donate to charity auctions. At the age of 90 she volunteered at Stuart Place Elementary School to help 9 to 10 year olds improve their reading skills. She baked for days to send cookies to the Boys and Girls Club of Harlingen. Her enduring faith gave her strength for almost 100 years.

She is survived by Patricia P. Copelin (Larry), Cynthia P. Tallent, Bruce F. Larsen (Sarai); grandchildren, Dirk Copelin (Melissa), Jamie Copelin (Michelle), Craig Tallent (Jessica), Christianne Tallent, James Tallent; 3 great- grandchildren; and 4 great- great grandchildren.

While we mourn Anne's loss, we also celebrate her extraordinary life. Her legacy is one of love, song, laughter and kindness and will live on in the hearts of her loved ones. We will

miss her dearly, but her spirit will live on in our hearts forever. May her memory be a source of comfort and inspiration for all who knew her.

With profound love and remembrance, the family of Anne Vaughn Larsen have entrusted her funeral arrangements to Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 E. Harrison Avenue Harlingen, TX 78550. You may contact us at (956)364-2444 or visit us at www.trinityfunerals.com. Her burial will be with her family in Nashville, Tennessee.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Alban's Episcopal Church of Harlingen, Texas.