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Kenneth Carlson Obituary
He leaves his wife of 60 years, Edith L. (Olson) Carlson; two sons, Robert K. Carlson and his wife Anita of Rutland and Richard E. Carlson of Holden; a daughter, Diane B. Cooper and her husband Roland of North Adams; a brother, Torsten Carlson of Worcester; 11 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; nephews and nieces. He was born in Hoganas, Sweden, the son of Hugo and Dagmar (Hultberg) Carlson and lived 80 years in Worcester.
Mr. Carlson graduated from Commerce High School and owned and operated Ajax Tree Co. in Worcester for 30 years. He was a World War II Army Air Corp veteran and served with the 483rd Bombardment Group in the European Theatre. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Worcester and a Past President of the Nimrod Club in Holden. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, vacationing at Moosehead Lake in Maine and taking Sean to the casino.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 18, in the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central Massachusetts Shelter for Homeless Veterans, 69 Grove St., Worcester, MA 01605.
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Memories and Condolences
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Deborah Schonborg
November 20, 2008
To the Carlson Family,
I am sad to see your Dad has passed. I, like my sister Joanne have many fond memories. Mine would be that stuffed fox in your screen house. Boy, that scared the hell out of me. I think Ricky was the one who would scare me too!!! Also, I remember Mom and Dad going over and the gang would come to your house and play cards. Let all these precious memories ease your pain at this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Deborah (Pearson) Schonborg
Joanne Granger
November 18, 2008
Mrs. Carlson, Bob, Diane & Ricky....I was very sad to read the passing of your Dad. I have very fond memories of growing up and being your neighbor. I remember Mr. Carlson pulling out my baby teeth with a string....I remember your dog *Nippy*. I even remember knocking down your Christmas Tree one year.
I'm sure you do as well!!
Our Mom (Connie) passed away this year, my husband passed away last year. I know how sad it is to lose a parent as well as a spouse. Remember all the good times!
Bless you all. Take Care
Joanne (Pearson) Granger
Claudia Eddy
November 18, 2008
Dear Aunt Edie, Bobby, Ricky, and Diane,
You all are in David and my thoughts in the passing of Uncle Kenny. I remember fond memories of when I was young in Moosehead (bullfrogs and fishing). Love to all.
Fondly,
David and Claudia (Carlson) Eddy
Ellen & Ken Hultgren
November 18, 2008
Edie,BOB,Rick,Diane & Family, Very sorry to learn of Ken passing. Hope your many great memories help through the next few weeks. Ken will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerly,
TIMOTHY Walsh
November 17, 2008
My memory of Mr Carlson was his wallet where he carried his pride and joy, clam bakes, and his 60th B-Day with the belly dancer and so on.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tim Walsh & Family
Erin and Michael Stelmach
November 17, 2008
Michael and I are so sorry for your loss. We hope that happy memories will fill your thoughts, as we're sure you have many, many good times together to remember.
Sue Frederick
November 17, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Betsy Fontaine
November 17, 2008
Mrs. Carlson, Bobby, Ricky & Dianne, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your family has always been so special to me & my family. Kenny will be remembered as a wonderful caring person. I am sorry I can not be with you at this time, but you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Betsy (Fillow) Fontaine
Sandy De Ciccio
November 17, 2008
I will miss my uncle. He has been in my life for 65 years and I will remember all of the positive times in our lives together. He was a brave man especially during the last few weeks of his life. Love, Sandy
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