Richard B. "Dick" Carlson

Richard B. "Dick" Carlson

Richard Carlson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2013.
Carlson, Richard B. "Dick" Born on March 26, 1927 and passed away on August 14, 2013 surrounded by his family. Richard was a loving, kind hearted husband of 56 years to Mary Lou and a wonderful father, grandfather and friend. He is survived by wife, Mary Lou; daughter, Kim McAllister, son-in-law Shawn McAllister and grandson Tyler McAllister; son, Rick Carlson and fiancée Yvonne Witucki Roe and daughter, Hannah, and brother, Burt Carlson. Dick had a quick wit and sweet smile. He lived in the Minnetonka area most of his life. He was an avid woodcarver and loved spending time with family and friends. A celebration of Richard's life will be held on Sat., August 17, 3:00 PM with visitation starting at 2:00 PM at the Washburn-McReavy home located at 5000 W. 50th at Hwy. 100, Edina, 952-920-3996. Private family burial. In lieu of flowers, a memorial in Richard Carlson's name can be sent to The Ridgeview Foundation, 490 So. Maple Street, Suite 110, Waconia, MN 55387.

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