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GERALD W. CARSON

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GERALD CARSON Obituary

Gerald W. Carson, 70, Olathe, KS, died peacefully after a year-long battle with lung cancer, December 5, 2012, at the Olathe Medical Center. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11, at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel, 11200 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS 66210. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. before the service hour. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Olathe Medical Center Charitable Foundation (OMCCF), 20333 W. 151st Street, Olathe, KS 66061. He was raised in O'Fallon, IL, the son of Gerald W. and Dorothy Carson. Jerry proudly served our country in the United State Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He graduated from Southern Illinois University and earned an MBA from Rockhurst University. Jerry retired as Vice President of Finance for Sprint North Supply, where he worked for 28 years. He also served on the Board of the United Way for many years and on the Board at the Olathe Medical Center for 22 years. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Warren and Wayne Carson. He is survived by two daughters, Angeline Gann and her husband Terry, Liz Houston and her husband Rob, five grandchildren: A.J., Jack, Davis, Sarah, and Reagan, his sister, Ruth Courtney, and several nieces and nephews. Jerry will be remembered as a man of honor and integrity and a beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle.

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Published by Kansas City Star from Dec. 8 to Dec. 9, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for GERALD CARSON

17 Entries

Lou Bradshaw

December 31, 2012

It seems like Jerry was sitting behind me in every class through grade school and high school. Which meant no end of trouble for both of us. The world is a poorer place without him.

Lana Barnett

December 31, 2012

My condolences to the Carson family and to all of Jerry's friends.
I know he's seeing lots of old friends in his new home, others who worked for and with us at SNS. I never worked for Jerry but did interact with him on the United Way Budget Committee. He was a quiet and dedicated man - Rest in Peace!

Terry

December 11, 2012

Jerry... I am so grateful for the time we spent together over the years discussing our spiritual nature! One experience, which connects our souls forever... is the trip taken to the Holy Land during the Christmas season. The fun we shared, the laughter, and the spiritual experiences, in which words are unable to describe, will forever connect us no matter where our Soul resides. My heart is warm with the thought of knowing, you are in this sacred place and know it's peace, and yet... compassion, for your loved ones left behind. May the memories created from Love, expressed from your heart to theirs... sustain them and the rest of us, until we meet again.

Chris Kramps

December 11, 2012

I worked for Jerry for many, many years at North Supply. He was so good to me when my mom was dying with cancer and giving me the support I needed when I lost my own baby. He was so smart yet caring with his employees. Just seeing all of the messages from others just like me, makes you know how good of a man Jerry was.

Mary Cunningham

December 11, 2012

I worked with Gerry at North Supply, he was a very kind to everyone and a pleasure to have known. I am sorry for you loss.

GO MIZZOU !!

Todd Bryan

December 11, 2012

Gerry was very nice to my sister and I ! My Dad Terry enjoyed working with him at Sprint North Supply for many years and know him since 1973 before I was a born. A true American hero. God Bless and many prayers to his family for the loss of a great man.

God Bless,

Todd & Presley Bryan

Melissa Herduin

December 11, 2012

Jerry continued to participate in the North Supply "Old Timers" gatherings even when he was not feeling his best. His thoughtfulness and kind heart will be missed.

Terry Bryan

December 10, 2012

Gerry Carson is a very good friend of mine. We had lots in common as both were Marines that served in Viet Nam. When we moved to KC in 1977 from Florida, Gerry approached me my second day and said "can I buy you lunch." We went to his house where his beautiful wife Ann fixed us lunch. Later we toured the area and got familiar with the real estate. As our friendship grew the "boys" took several trips to Vegas which were alot of fun. Once I had sold several barges full of telephone poles to Puerto Rico Tel and for some reason we could not get paid. Stan Fishher sent us there and said "don't come back with anything short of $1,000,000.00" and we didn't, but it did take some time. I really appreciated Gerry's non emotional level headed approach to life and business. RIP Bro and Semper Fi, Ter

December 10, 2012

Jerry was one of the nicest persons I have ever known. I worked with him at SNS for many years and had nothing but respect for him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Suzy Ryan, (Brown)

Ida Walker

December 10, 2012

I knew Jerry from working @ North Supply for 25 yrs.. He was a very good person. He will be missed @ the gatherings the old employees have. God Bless his family.

Mary Bowers

December 9, 2012

I consider myself a very blessed person to have worked for a man like Jerry. I worked for him for years at North Supply. He treated myself and my department with respect and dignity. I will also never forget the kindness he showed to my family when both of my parents died while I was on maternity leave with my first child. He was truly a special man and will be truly missed.

Treva Ullom

December 9, 2012

I am forever blessed by meeting Jerry. He was a man who showed those around him a great deal of respect and loved his children and grand children very much and the house on the lake.

Sharon Broers

December 9, 2012

Sorry for the loss of your loved one. I worked in the Finance Dept. at Sprint North Supply for 18 yrs. Will miss seeing Jerry at the get togethers that we have from time to time.

Betty Fesmire-Wwarber

December 9, 2012

I worked for Jerry when he first started with North Electric Co. Supply Division. What a great boss and friend! He will truly be missed.

Linda Lichtenauer

December 9, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked at North Supply, He was a very smart man,a great leader, and also kind.

Ardis Pierron

December 8, 2012

My condolences to the family. I worked at North Supply for 17 years and he was one of the best.

Bob

December 8, 2012

I am grateful for the life of Mr. Carson. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

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