ARVID HAROLD CARLSON

ARVID CARLSON Obituary

Arvid Harold Carlson, loving father, and friend, passed away on December 2, 2009 in Marathon, Florida. He was born January 26,1922 in Wayne, Illinois to Anna and Harry Carlson. He is survived by his loving wife Nancy (Evans) whom he wed 57 years ago in Evanston Illinois; one son, Kermit (Caron) Carlson of Batavia; twin daughters Bonnie (John) Higgins and Connie (Kelly) O'Brien of St. Charles; sister-in-laws, Merrida Carlson of Maple Park and Anne Evans of DesPlaines; seven grandchildren, Kyle, Cooper, Carter O'Brien, Brittany,Johnnie Higgins, Barbara, Kristin Carlson; four step grandsons Ron (Melanie) Modesto, Bill Modesto, Jon, Douglas Gottschalk, nieces and nephews, MerridaSue (Carlson) Nelson, Kate (Brian) Newkirk, Nancy (Vincent) Johnsen, Betty (Neal) Schindler, James (Stacey) Evans, grand niece and nephews Todd (Amy) Varra, Chad (Jen) Varra, Tyra Nelson (Wade) Chambers and several great nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother Verner Carlson; brother-in-law Thomas Evans; niece, Delrose (Carlson) Varra and grand neice Inga Nelson and her father Patrick Nelson. Arvid grew up in Geneva and graduated from Batavia High in 1940. Arvid, a Theta XI, received a Business Degree from Illinois in 1948. He proudly served as a Captain in the Air Transport Command flying as "1stPilot" of C-46's and C-47's transporting supplies to the front and returning with injured soldiers. At a young age, his accordion playing started for family, Vasa gatherings and on many stages in the Fox Valley and Chicago. He played locally as the Rythmn Boys, often on WLS Radio and then nationwide with Major Bowes. While in the Air Corp he played for the USO. His favorite were a series of shows with Rita Heyward. He was the consume musician, entertainer and businessman. Upon graduation he joined Arthur Anderson then Anning Johnson, then with his brother at Thomas & Carlson Implement in Batavia. He then joined General Warehouse and Transportation (Chicago) where he was an active member of the American Warehouse Association and the President of the Illinois Warehouse Association. He retired as President of General Warehouse in 1980. He spent the next 30 years in Marathon Florida fishing as a member of the Marathon Yacht Club on his boat The CAN-DO.. He summered in Batavia and fished on Burntside Lake, Ely, MN. A memorial Service will be on Friday, December 11, 2009, 10 a.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, 8 South Lincoln Street, Batavia, IL. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to The Bethany Music Department or to a charity of your choice.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 8, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for ARVID CARLSON

13 Entries

Dick & Mae Carlson

December 15, 2009

Dear Nancy, Kermit, Bonnie & Connie,

I just heard about Arvid's passing today from Rob. I am so sorry for your sorrow. Somehow the memories I have are when we were all young children and played without any cares. Another memory that I cannot erase is of one evening when Arvid and Norm got out their accordions and played all evening. They had a great time and thought that they were just as good as when they were younger and played more often. They could not hear the the wrong notes or bad timing. But those are the memories that I have of them -- happy times and lots of laughs.
We miss not being an active part of the family since we moved to New Jersey. I am sure that we have missed a lot fun and joy in all of your lives.
Our love and thoughts are with all of you and your families.

Dick & Mae Carlson
Martine & John Lynch
Stephanie & Bryan Stokes

Rich and Linda Federman

December 15, 2009

Sure will miss Arvid's wonderful smile and his historic memories of times gone by.

John Vercellino

December 13, 2009

Dear Kermit, I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Gary Ward forwarded me the obituary. I remember meeting your father once when you and I were down in Champaign. I believe he stopped by with your sisters at the House. Please accept my sympathies.

Sincerely,

John Vercellino

December 13, 2009

Dear Nancy,
I am so sorry to learn of Arvid's passing. Mom and Dad (Mary and Roger Mullen) had many jwonderful times with both of you.
Margo (Mullen) Wasfy

Bob & Lois French

December 11, 2009

Dear Nancy and Carlson family,
We just read of Arvid's death and send our sincere sympathy to you all. We have many fond memories of evenings shared at the Old Batavia Dance Club. Also, your visit in Naples many years ago was very special for us too. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

December 11, 2009

Dear Bon & Con,

I drive by the McKee house often. I look to see if your mom & dad are there. I know they are not. I have such great memories of growing up with you two and your parents. Your parents always made me feel welcome when I was there for 4H or sleep overs and piercing ears at 1 am. I will always have great memories. My thoughts are with you both, Kermit and your mom - "my 2nd mom"

Holly Sparks

December 10, 2009

Carlson Family,
My deepest sympathies to you on your loss. Arvid was such a good guy to talk to. I was Arvids patient care technician a few times when he was a patient at Delnor hospital.He had some great stories about his past. I will definitely miss him.

May God bless you and comfort you.
Ralph (pct)

Jan Newquist - Boraca

December 10, 2009

Dear Nancy, Kermit, Bonnie, Connie;
My heart hangs heavy as I learned of Arv's passing. Mom and Dad had 57 (or more) years of memories with you two. I remember Mom & Dad bragging that Dad set Arv up with Nancy! As a child, I remember the famiy get togethers and day trips. Then we,the kids grew up, weddings, grandchildren and the like. Such fond and sweet memories. A good time was had by all. It is amazing your friendship endured the test of time; truly a testament to the bond that brings good people together.
May he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Anna Green

December 9, 2009

Bonnie - so sorry; I know you & your family will miss your Dad very much. You will be in my thoughts and prayers always.

December 9, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of Arvids passing. We always enjoyed talking to him when he came in the store. What a personality! He will be truly missed.

From your friends at State Street Jewelers

Laura Lundgren

December 9, 2009

Dear Bonnie, Connie & Family, Please accept my deepest condolences.

Doris &Dana Englin

December 8, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to all of you. I did Nancys hair for a long time abd our son Greg was in Bonnie and Connies class in school.

Darlene Jasica

December 8, 2009

Dear Connie,
What a wonderful tribute to your Dad, I really enjoyed reading about his amazing life.
We enjoyed spending time with your parents in Marathon.
God Bless.
The Jasica Family

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