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JAMES CARLSON Obituary

James L. Carlson Born on January 22, 1928 in Aberdeen, WA passed away March 5, 2011 in Tacoma. Jim grew up in Cosmopolis and attended the University of Washington, graduating with a Pharmacy degree. After working seven years in a drugstore in Seattle, Jim joined the old E.R. Squibb Co. as a pharmaceutical representative. Working 30 years with the company, Jim finished his career working relief in several Pierce County pharmacies. He was a member of Washington State Pharmaceutical Association, past member of BPOE 174, and a charter member of Skyline Presbyterian Church. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Ellen; daughter Nancy (Albert) Magnani; daughter-in-law Linda Carlson; brothers Don Carlson and Robert James; sisters Nell Marie and Ilene; grandsons Eric and Evan Carlson and Michael Magnani; great-grandchildren Kennedy and Cade Carlson; nieces and nephews. A private graveside service will be held for the family. A gathering to celebrate his life will be held on Wednesday, March 9, 2011 at 3 p.m. at Skyline Presbyterian Church, 6301 Westgate Blvd., Tacoma, WA 98406. Please sign on-line guestbook www.tuellmckee.com . Arrangements by Tuell-McKee Funeral Home, 253-272-1414.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Mar. 8, 2011.

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March 29, 2011

Jim was a very great father and husband. I will be planting pumpkins this summer in his honor. Sue Biggs

Geoff Hassing

March 9, 2011

Jim was my neighbor and my friend, and it makes me sad to know that we're not going to be able to hang out over the back fence complaining about the latest Mariners game anymore, or get his advice on how to fix my fence, or just shoot the bull about life in general. I'm going to miss him.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Ellen and Nancy and the rest of the family.

Your neighbor,
Geoff

March 9, 2011

Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With our deepest sympathy. Your co-workers at EASTCONN.

Lorna Lee Klarich

March 8, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about Jim. Many thoughts from the pharmaceutical world are with you, both from behind the counter and in front. Jim always had a way with his customers.

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