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Ellen CARLSON Obituary
CARLSON, Ellen
Ellen Carlson, 77, of East Hampton, wife of the late Donald S. Carlson, Sr. died at Chestelm Healthcare in Moodus, on Tuesday, (July 17, 2012) after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was born in New Brunswick, NJ on November 22, 1934 to the late Roy Sickles and Elizabeth Bruck. She worked as a secretary at Memorial School in East Hampton for many years. In her retirement she enjoyed golf and genealogy. She is survived by her son, Donald Carlson Jr., and his wife Rita of Tampa, FL, her daughter, Linda Reid and her husband Bill of Colchester; three grandchildren: Trevor Reid and his wife Becky of Colchester, Nick Reid of Colchester, and Megan Carlson of Florida. The family would like to thank the staff of Chestelm Healthcare for their love and excellent care.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday July 22, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. in the Swedish Cemetery, William St., Portland, CT. there will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions in Ellen's memory may be made to Godfrey Library, 134 Newfield St., Middletown, CT 06457. To leave online condolences please visit www.spencerfuneralhomeinc.com.
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Sharon Mulcahy
July 19, 2012
Please accept my sympathy. I have nothing but fond memories of Ellen during my many years of teaching at Memorial School. She was such a wonderful secretary and so helpful to all of us.
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