Richard Arthur Carlson

Richard Carlson Obituary

Richard Arthur Carlson

Richard Arthur Carlson, 56, departed from this earthly life on April 10, 2005, at Mercy Medical Center in Canton, after a long illness.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1948, Richard had been an area resident his entire life. He faithfully served as a firefighter/EMT for the Akron Fire Department, retiring in 1987 with nine years of service. Rich ard was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, as well as a member of the International Association of Firefighters and the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Helen Carlson. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Patricia of Akron; son, Geoffrey Carlson of Boardman; daughter, Carrie Carlson of Akron; granddaughter, Brittany Lynn Carlson, whom he loved very much; brother, Dale Carlson of Cuya hoga Falls; sisters, Sharon Her shey of Akron and Betty Carlson of Florida. The family would also like to extend their sincere thanks and gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and staff of both the Arbors at Canton and CCU at Mercy Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 14, at 11 a.m., at Hope Lutheran Church, 999 Portage Lakes Dr., Pastor Jack Kozak officiating. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Funeral Home, 95 W. Waterloo Rd. In lieu of flowers, donations in Richard's memory may be made to the National Emphysema Foundation, 15 Belden Ave., Norwalk, Conn. 06850. (Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz, 330-724-1281.) AN ANTHONY FAM ILY FUNERAL HOME

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Apr. 12, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Carlson

13 Entries

Betty Carlson

April 10, 2006

Hi Brother,

Its been a year but feels like its been a long time- I love you so very much- Just letting you know that all of YOUR girls (Trish, Carrie ,Britt) Geoffrey , Paul ajudy and theirs, are healthy. We miss you each and every hour of each and every day but we know always now where to find you. We will meet you under the tree of life- Ive told Uncle Don NOT to cut THAT one down. We love you so much and miss you dearly- youve been an inspiration to all of us, Little sister, Betty

Rachelle Raybuck

May 17, 2005

You will be missed

Andrea Knoblauch

May 5, 2005

Dear Patricia, Carrie and Geoff

I met Ric when I was a foreign exchange student with the Liggetts in '85/'86. It was a pleasure knowing him and you, his family. I'll always remember Ric as a very interesting, interested and witted person. Take care! Lots of love, Andrea from Switzerland

Ginette Bruno

April 22, 2005

I am a friend of Betty's and also lost my brother at the same age. I feel your pain. My prayers are with you and the family. God Bless

Myles Vance

April 18, 2005

I am a close friend of Betty's in Florida. I am truly saddened by your loss. I am aware that the later years were quite the test for all of you. Please take comfort as I do, that he is in a much better place - away from the earthly restraints that bind all of us in one form or another. He is watching over all of you, now in the glory of God. I look forward to the day I can meet him - when I follow to heaven the path laid by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I will continue to pray that God grants all of you a peace and strength to move forward knowing that Ric has passed his test.

Take Care and God Bless all of you.

In Him,

Paul & Judy Liggett

April 17, 2005

I first met Ric at the University of Akron in the cafeteria; we would later spend more time there than in class. We would spend hours playing a guessing game called Bottecelli, named for Alessandro Bottecelli. The person who was "it" would announce, "I am a "B" or any letter. The other players would ask questions hat could be answered "Yes or "No" A no answer would cause the next questioner to ask a question. A yes answer would allow another question. It tested your quickness and your general knowledge. The Person you chose to be had to be at least as famous as Bottecelli. It beat going to class. I think we learned more there than in the lecture hall. He was Army and I was Air Farce. And we held both in the same disdain. In 1966 there were very,very few mobile phones. We found a hand st for a pay phone and would drive around town; when we stopped at a traffic light one of us would pick up the phone and pretend to talk; then we'd hold it out the window to the person in the car next to us and say, "Its for you!" They'd have the funniest puzzled look on their faces! And the three-piece suits and faux-British accents where a scream!

I think we became friends because we shared some interests and politics. Everything was politics back then. I knew that he would become a fast friend because on a cold and snowy Sunday before Christmas of 1966 Ric tracked me down as I was walking with Judy to church. He gave me a Christmas gift. No one had ever done that before. I was astounded and of course totally unprepared. He made me feel comfortable and was truly expecting nothing in return.

We had some adventures and laughs at school and he was my Best Man. There was a friendly rivalry and a mutual respect. We came from different backgrounds and economic classes but we were friends. It got to the point that he drove my car, I drove his. His house was mine and mine was his. I did not have the pleasure of attending his wedding in Texas as he and Patricia eloped. But it made no difference as she was and is a sweetheart. I am now trying to help her and remain strong and stoic; it is not easy, but its a joy as I can give love back to him and his family.

We vacationed together numerous times. I think it worked because Judy and I had no real preferences and would go wherever they wished to go. It was great fun and broadened our horizons. And yet we remained ourselves and complimented each other. We learned about each other and about each others interests. I became knowledgeable about clocks and watches, he became knowledgeable about radio, Fire Service and Mass Transit, Dispatch and Dispatch. It helped us both as we learned how the City works and we met fellow dispatchers.There is an informal network of dispatchers, policemen, firemen and others who make the City work. I have been hearing from them all this week as they all fondly remember Ric.

I will not remember him as he was in his last years, except for the love and friendship; I'll remember his as we were.

Lidia Anorga

April 17, 2005

My condolences to Richard's family. Unfortunately, I never met him but I am a friend of his sister, Betty. I met Betty through rescuing deaf Jack Russell Terriers. I am so sorry for your loss and I will keep you all in my prayers.

Beverly Matthews

April 14, 2005

Pat,

You and your family are in my heart and my prayers during this time of bereavement and in the days and weeks to come.

Bev

Danielle Kapusinski

April 13, 2005

I went to school with Geoff. I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Look to God for the strength to help you get through this. My thoughts and prayers are you, Geoff and the rest of your family, during this difficult time.

GARY WORKMAN

April 13, 2005

MY HEARTFELT SORROW TO THE FAMILY,, WORKED W/RICK AT STORE FOR A SHORT PERIOD AND WAS CLASSMATE OF DALES

Sue Holler

April 13, 2005

Pat, I just want you to know how very sorry I am for you and your family. I know you will all miss him so much. Carrie & Geoffrey, I'm sorry for each of you too and the great loss you must feel loosing your dad so early in your young life. I know he loved little Brittany so much and I'm sorry for her loss of a wonderful grandpa. She will miss him so much. A little child loves so deeply too. Just reading that in the paper brought tears to my eyes. God bless each and every one of you.

I truly am very sorry!

love, Sue Holler

Betty

April 12, 2005

You have been the best brother in the world to me. Love and God Bless You, Betty

Carrie and Brittany

April 12, 2005

We miss and love you.

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