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Donald Carlson Obituary

Donald E. Carlson, 79

Worcester - Donald E. Carlson, 79, of Worcester, died peacefully in his home on Thursday, April 10th after an illness.

Mr. Carlson was born in Worcester, son of the late Carl and Gladys (Hines) Carlson. He studied and earned an associates degree from Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston and worked as an electrical technician for many years and retired in 2005.

Don proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church. Mr. Carlson was a dedicated volunteer for over 50 years to the Boy Scouts of America where he served in various capacities at Troop #63. He was and avid model airplane builder and collector. He belonged to the "Academy of Model Aeronautics".

Mr. Carlson is survived by his two daughters, Karen L. James and her husband Paul of Paxton and Susan J. Toro and her husband, Michael of Holden; a son, David Carlson of Worcester and 4 grandchildren, Eric James, Sara James, Alexandra Toro and Nathan Toro.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 15th at 10:30 AM in the Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home 12 Hammond St. Worcester, with burial to follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Boylston. Calling hours are Monday, April 14th from 6 to 8 PM in the funeral home.

To share a memory of Don, offer a message of condolence, or for directions, please visit

www.Royfuneral.com



Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Apr. 12 to Apr. 13, 2014.
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Dear Sue, Karen & David;

I am sorry to read of you dad's passing and services earlier this week. I recently passed through our old neighborhood, thought of all of you, and recalled what a good place it was to grow-up - made that much better by fathers like your dad. My condolences to you and your families during this difficult time.

Best Regards,

John Ford

April 17, 2014

Dear Sue, Mike & family, Kevin & I are so sorry to see that your Dad had passed. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.

Kevin & Ann Marie Sweeten

April 13, 2014

Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in their faith and may you Rest in Peace.

Dr. Timothy Hoffman

April 13, 2014

Dear Karen and Paul and family,

Please know we are thinking of you all at this difficult time. How blessed he was to have such a wonderful family.

Our deepest sympathy and love,

The Elkas Family

Liz Elkas

April 12, 2014

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