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Carl Dahlstrom Obituary
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DAHLSTROM, Carl CARL E. DAHLSTROM Carl E. Dahlstrom, "Big C", 83, a longtime resident of Atlanta, died Monday, November 09, 2009. Big C was born on July 21, 1926 in Pennsylvania and grew up in Lakewood, NY. He graduated from Springfield College, Springfield, MA. Big C was an avid sports fan and fisherman. He was a sportswriter in upstate NY, primarily covering world class boxing and college hockey. He moved to Atlanta in 1956 and was a founding partner in BDGR Associates, manufacturing reps for hunting and fishing. In 1982 that company merged with R. M. Dick Noyes with Carl as the managing partner of Sports Marketing South until retirement. He was beloved by his family and his many friends. Surviving are his wife of 48 years, Jean Dahlstrom; daughter, Debbie Connell (David); sons, Skip Dahlstrom (Sheri) and Bobby Dahlstrom; grandchildren, Tyler, Dylan, Ryan, Chase, Nikki and Anna. Graveside services will be held Thursday, November 12th at 11 a.m. at Arlington Memorial Park. A celebration of his life will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Shallowford Presbyterian Church where he was a member. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice Atlanta, 1244 Park Vista Dr., Atlanta, GA 30319. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday at A. S. Turner & Sons. You may express condolences to the family by visiting www.asturner.com.
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Dave Clark
December 25, 2009
How we met and the story of our relationship is worth at least a novella. Anytime C called, I dropped what I was doing to talk... believe me. We collected Phil Niekro memorabilia (which is a story in itself) and talked Atlanta sports. I don't have anyone else im my life I treat as I did Big C. Long distance, he helped me rediscover an historical figure from my hometown in a way Hollywood wouldn't believe. The stories I'd love to tell... There was an eminence to how we thought of each other. Words are failing me, but I don't know how I could have described our letters, our calls, our helping each other's collections, our sports chats, even while he was still around. I'll never have another special relationship like I had with C. I'll miss him in a way no one else will, and I'll always cherish the memories.
Bill Acree
November 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
November 12, 2009
Big C,
Thanks for our time together. My first fishing pole, taking me to games, cheering for me, talking sports.
Billy
FRANK STAUCET
November 11, 2009
JEAN; IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY AND MEMORIES A LANE I'm SURE YOU WOULD WALK RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN AND BRING CARL HOME AGAIN. LORI AND IFEEL FOR YOUR LOSS AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU FRANK AND LORI
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Marilyn Margolis
November 11, 2009
Dear Jean and family,
I am so heart sick to hear about Carl's passing. He will be missed by all that knew him and I know by you and all of your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love , Marilyn
Lori Staucet Sharp
November 11, 2009
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. I will remember Carl the way he was the last time I saw him when I visited with my dad...smiling, laughing, and reminiscing about baseball and the good ole days. He had lots of wonderful stories and I feel honored to have known him.
Helen(Moore) Swann
November 11, 2009
I was so sad to read in the paper about our dear Carl's death. I worked many years with him at Robinson Company. Southeasrt Sports and later through Frank Carter Co. He was a true gentleman and loved by all.
I will always cherish your friendship.
Thinking of you at this time and remembering you and the family in my prayers.
Terry Appling
November 11, 2009
Dear Skip & Sheri & kids: Our hearts and prayers are with you - we know how much you will miss Big "C". Terry and Jan Appling
November 11, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss.
May God comfort your family
at this time of sorrow.
Psalms 34:18
TN, Oxford, Georgia
November 11, 2009
Debbie & Family, May God be with you during this difficult time. Love & Prayers, Kenneth, Joan, Luke, Tyler & John Mark
Mary Anne Cauthen
November 10, 2009
I never realized how difficult it would be to see our parents growing old. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Much Love,
Mary Anne Cauthen (Thompson)
Wayne Coleman
November 10, 2009
Carl was a beloved active member of the Braves 400 Club for over 40 years. He will be greatly missed.
November 10, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jean
and the children - Love
Charles & Mary Lou Graham
Brittany Sharpe (Psalm 65:2)
November 10, 2009
I give my deepest condolences.
Bob Hill
November 10, 2009
Every customer that knew Carl always said that he was the best and nicest rep that ever called on them. We will all miss him.
Judy Messer
November 10, 2009
I will miss Carl greatly. He always had a great smile and kind words. He will always be in my heart.
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