She was born on Feb. 3, 1940 in Baker City to Haskel “Hack” and M. Ellen Tibbs Bloom. Naomi was raised for the better part of her childhood in Stanfield, graduating from Stanfield High School in the class of 1958. Naomi was united in marriage to Harold L. Larkin on May 2, 1965 in Hermiston. She worked at the Umatilla Hospital and later at Good Shepherd Community Hospital for 25 years. Naomi then worked in the medical office of Dr. Maguire and Dr. Brueske in Hermiston for 10 years before she retired to focus on being a full time grandma. She was an active member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Naomi loved to bake and enjoyed sharing her treats with her family and friends. She enjoyed gardening, crafts, crocheting, sewing, and taking pictures. Naomi cherished the time with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years: Harold Larkin, Hermiston, OR; son: John Larkin & wife Monique, Hermiston, OR; daughter: Diane Cherry & husband Dean, Hermiston, OR; sisters: LaGreta Johnson and Beulah Otzenberger, both of Hermiston, OR; sisters at heart: Lori Rasmussen & Jean Carlton; aunt: Jessie Tarter, Hermiston, OR; grandchildren: Ashlei, Tucker (Hayley), Mahaila, Cody, Hayden, Trey, & Mika; great grandchildren: Jenna, Carter, Payton, & Riley; nieces & nephews: Bob Bloom, Debbie Brandt, Steve Layman, Susan Phykitt, Pam Johnson, Mark Johnson, & Mike Johnson; numerous great nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Naomi was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother Jim Bloom.
A celebration of life service was held on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017 at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, 855 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston.
Those who wish may make contributions in Naomi’s memory to the Seventh-day Adventist Church Building Fund.
Please sign the online condolence book at burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements.
