Robert Gunnar Carlson

To my private jukebox, my sensei, my best friend.....a handsome, gentle, incredibly talented musician who brought me love, joy, peace and more happiness than I could ever imagine. Yes, you did make me laugh and you did make me sing. You showed me all the pleasure that exists in the simple things in life. You helped me to appreciate the basics. Thank you for being who you were. Even though I feel your presence, I miss you more and more every day. S.

I am so saddened to learn of Bob's passing. Though I haven't been in touch with him since our high school days, he was a good friend for several years. We played in our first real band together and couldn't have had more fun. A lot of us will miss you, Bob. Moog.

Although Bob and I lost touch with each other years ago, I have many fond memories of him. My heart goes out to Bob's family and friends. We've lost a good guy.

My condolences to Bob's family. I was a classmate of his at Classical High. I remember his band, Times Square, and often watched them rehearse and always went to their gigs. Being a musician & fan, I enjoyed hearing Bob play The Door's hit, Light my FIre, and brings a smile to my face. I have fond memories of him that I'll keep forever. I always wished he was one of those people who would show up at our school reunions ... but he never did. And the ONE reunion I did not go to (2005), he was...

To all Bobs Family and Friends,

He will be sadly missed. The Friend of many. So many of us had the pleasure to know him for so many years.. The Bull Riders, The Ricky Guzzo Band, The Guitar Teacher and so much more. His memories will live on for ever. Thank you Bob for being the wonderful and remarkable man that you gave to us.

My sister-in-law Nel, Steve's wife, told me of Bob's "soul graduation"..... this, the same day that I had loving particpated in my friend Joe Paquins memorial service. I wept long and hard for the passing of still another fine musician and loving man. Joe, like Bob, was in the "hood" of musicians creating soulful sounds and lyrics. And so.... I hope that Joe and Bob have now met; I have put this out to the universe. And so.... I await the songs .... the joy and the yummy lyrics... I long to...

To my very special friend..if it were not for you and Debbie I know my life would be so different. It was in our meeting that entered me into a huge circle of friends that I will forever remember. The Bullriders....nerd parties with our hosts Edna and Ralph (the best!!)...you playing at my wedding singing my favorite song which touched me to no end...the list goes on...Bob I will miss you deeply and forever hold you in my heart...like you once said to me I will say to you "thank you for being...

I met Bob as a winner of some music theory and piano lessons through the WGBY auction around 1985. We have been bonded by music for the last 25 years. We also walked the fields of the Brimfield Flea Markets in pursuit of the next musical instrument for his collection.

I will sadly miss him and have him in my thoughts for the rest of my life.

What does one say about a beautiful man, both inside and out? He was simple yet complex, serious yet silly, always full of positive energy and a quiet peace. He shared that with my sister. He brought her so much joy and love. I think the best influence he had on her was the quietness and solitude of appreciating the simple things. Bob had so much gratitude for all of his blessings, especially the people in his life. Thanks Bob for music at weddings and funerals, parties and gatherings. Thanks...