Norman-Carlson-Obituary

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Norman Ray Carlson

Flint, Michigan

Nov 4, 1931 – Nov 22, 2021 (Age 90)

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BORN
November 4, 1931
DIED
November 22, 2021
AGE
90
LOCATION
Flint, Michigan
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Swartz Funeral Home - Flint Obituary

CARLSON, Norman Ray - Of Burton, age 90, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family Monday, November 22, 2021.


Cremation has taken place and the family will honor his wishes and lay him to rest at Great Lakes National Cemetery at a later date.


Anyone wishing to honor Norman’s memory with a charitable contribution can make donations to a charity of their choice or:


Crossover Outreach, 414 W. Court Street, Flint, MI 48503.


crossoveroutreach.org


Norman was born in Flint, Michigan on November 4, 1931, the son of the late Elmer Wilford Carlson and Clare Edith Anderson. On March 21, 1987, he married Carole E. Coffman in Flint. Norman was a member of First Presbyterian Church. Norman proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War and his patriotism was always on display. Norman retired from the engineering division of Buick Motor Company in 1991 after 40 years of service. Anyone who knew Norm was aware of his love of all things University of Michigan. He served as an usher for both football and basketball games for decades. His happy place was The Big House where he and Carole proudly sponsored the stadium addition with an engraved brick near the one placed by Desmond Howard.


Surviving are wife, Carole;


Children, Barbara (Michael) Hayden, Carl (Girlyn) Carlson, Paul (Leah) Carlson, Eric (Rosa) Carlson, Chris Johnston, Scott (Mary) Coffman, Chad Coffman, Callie Coffman;


And blessed with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.


Norman was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Roger Johnston.

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Carole, I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed " covid happy hour" when I would bring Norm his white wine. I'd get lucky during the NCAA basketball tournament and catch up on the scores with Norm. You two were a special couple your love for one another was radiant. I hope those feelings get you through this along with God's peace and comfort. Candy past life Enrichment directorv

So sorry to see of your loss. Thinking of you and family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Carole and your family