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Roger William Carlson

1942 - 2019

Roger William Carlson obituary, 1942-2019, Enfield, CT

Roger Carlson Obituary

Roger William Carlson, 76, of Enfield, entered into eternal rest Sunday, April 21, 2019, at St. Francis Hospital & Medical Center, Hartford. He was the beloved husband of 20 years to Karen B. (Larson) Carlson.

Roger was born Sept. 29, 1942, in Duluth, Minnesota to the late Hans H. and Ruby (Chase) Carlson and had resided in Enfield for the past 11 years and in Champaign, Illinois, before that. He received his master's degree in forestry, University of Minnesota, and Ph.D. in forestry & environmental studies, Yale University. Roger was a former associate professor at University of Illinois for 15 years and owned his own construction business. He was a member of Alfa Romeo owners club, Connecticut, Alfa owners of New England, and Neckra. In his leisure time he enjoyed ballroom dancing, ice boating, skiing, sailing, and restoring old cars.

In addition to his wife, he is also survived by his stepchildren, Robin Meyers (Scott) of Enfield, Scott Golliher of Champaign, and Sandy Golliher and Pat Donovan of Schaumburg, Illinois; grandchildren, James and John Donovan; along with several cousins. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his sister, Janice Carlson.

Relatives and friends may gather with family Thursday, April 25, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Browne Memorial Chapels, Enfield.

Funeral services are Friday, April 26, with the church service at 11 a.m. in the Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer, 20 North St., Enfield. Meet at church. Interment will take place at 2 p.m. in the Connecticut Veterans Cemetery, 317 Bow Lane, Middletown.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his memory may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

To leave an online condolence message, for directions, or more info visit

www.brownememorialchapels.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Journal Inquirer from Apr. 23 to Apr. 27, 2019.

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Billy Bluefeather

April 28, 2019

Fair winds and smooth ice allways Roger....We will miss you and stars and stripes...
Peace Brother...Your iceboating crew...

Deb & Dan Donovan

April 25, 2019

Dan and I are so sorry to learn of Roger's passing. Our deepest sympathy to Karen and your family. Deb & Dan Donovan (AONE)

Dan & Deb Donovan

April 25, 2019

Karen and family, Sorry for your loss. Our Prayers will be with you. When I think of roger I will always smile as he was ever so positive and in good spirits. We enjoyed his company so much. Always nice to talk to. We will miss him.
Dan & Deb Donovan (Alfa-AONE members)

April 23, 2019

We are so sorry to learn of Roger's passing. He was so full of life and and joy. He brought much happiness to Karen and her children. Our prayers go out to all of them.

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Memorial Events
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Apr

25

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels and Cremation Services

43 Shaker Road, Enfield, CT 06082

Apr

26

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer

20 North St, Enfield, CT

Apr

26

Interment

2:00 p.m.

Connecticut Veterans Cemetery

317 Bow Lane, Middletown, CT

Funeral services provided by:

Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels and Cremation Services

43 Shaker Road, Enfield, CT 06082

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