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1946
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2024
Gary Carlson Obituary
January 1, 1946 - December 17, 2024
Gary Walter Carlson, 78, of Buffalo, New York, left us peacefully on December 17th, surrounded by family.
Gary is survived by his wife, Barbara Carlson, sons, Gary (Becky) and Greg Carlson, and grandchildren.
A service to celebrate Gary's life will be held on January 3rd at 12:00 p.m., with doors open and the family available at 11:00 a.m. in Bethesda church (6 Delaware St., Tonawanda, NY). All are welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to hospice or your favorite charity.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Carlson
Janet Bloch
January 7, 2025
We will miss you Uncle Gary! You were always a special Uncle to me. We have so many great memories of you and Aunt Barb and family get togethers. Praying for all the family! Love and prayers
Tom Crane
January 6, 2025
He gave me the chance that no one wanted to. God Bless
Michael Lagoda
January 5, 2025
Mr. C was my shop teacher at Potter's Road BOCES. He loved his small block Chevy engines esp. the 400cu. He taught me a lot about engines and he was a good man. I am from the class of 1993. He would always talk to the class about how much he loved racing, I believe he had a red Chevelle early 70s?
Holly Gunsher
January 4, 2025
My cousin Gary was a kind, gentle man who will be missed by all who knew him. I moved to Florida and had not seen him but visited in November and got to spend time. I also remember special family Christmas holidays where we all got together. Rest in peace Gary.
Love, Holly
Rick Peterson
January 3, 2025
Uncle Gary was a special person. Loved spending time with uncle Gary and aunt Barb growing up. Prayers for the family moving forward.
Jane Carlson
January 3, 2025
To a great brother for 30 years. Marrying his big brother made me part of an awesome family, and brought me the best brother anyone could ask for. Rest in bliss dear Gary. And love and condolences and peace to all of his family. He will be remembered well by all who knew him.
Diane myers
January 3, 2025
I am blessed to have had him as my uncle I will miss him dearly many wonderful memories
Barbara Hinchy
January 3, 2025
Gary was a kind, gentle and loving person and we will miss him..May God be with all those who grieve his passing. May his life be an example of love to us all.
Ken Gertis
January 3, 2025
Loved how proud uncle Gary got when I´d tell him about test and accomplishments i had. Awesome man, I feel very blessed to have had him in my life.
Dennis Peterson
January 3, 2025
We are going to miss you Uncle Gary. We have so many wonderful memories with you, from watching you drag racing to hanging out in the back yard. You will be missed
Paul and Leslie Berry
January 3, 2025
Gary was a wonderful neighbor, having had numerous conversations over our shared fence. What a good man. I will miss him dearly.
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