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Craig Carlson Obituary
Craig Carlson, of Woodland Drive in the Town of Jackson, formerly of Butternut Lane in Grafton, passed away Saturday evening, July 14th, 2012, at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton due to a pulmonary embolism following a sports injury. He was 25 years old. Craig was born in Port Washington on October 24, 1986, son of James R. and Susan L. Winter Carlson.
He grew up in Grafton with his brothers and sister, and attended local schools. Craig graduated from Grafton High School with the Class of 2005, following an extensive sports-filled four years that included hockey, golf and soccer. Craig attended Carroll University, graduating with a bachelor's degree in Business Management in 2010. While at Carroll, he started all four years for the Carroll University Soccer Team. Craig worked as a personal banker for US Bank in Brookfield before taking a job as a Cash Management Representative with Robert W. Baird in Milwaukee in January of this year. Craig was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Grafton. He was a passionate sportsman, playing with the Croatian Eagles of South Milwaukee and coaching with the Grafton Soccer Club for the last two years. He enjoyed travelling and had recently returned from a trip to Poland where he attended the Euro 2012 Soccer Championships. He also enjoyed reading.
Craig is survived by his family: parents Jim & Sue Carlson of Jackson, brothers James Jr. (Katherine) of Grafton and Kevin Carlson of Jackson and sister Kristin (Steve Symmonds) Carlson, also of Jackson. He is further survived by his grandparents: Betty J. Carlson of Eagle River, Richard & Crescentia "Chris" Winter of Sheboygan Falls, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and many friends. He is preceded in death by his grandfather John R. "Bob" Carlson and his uncle Randall N. Gartman.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, July 21st at Grace Lutheran Church, 715 6th Ave., Grafton. Rev. Paul Bulgerin will officiate. Craig will be laid to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery, Grafton, following the service. The family will receive visitors at the Eernisse Funeral Home, 1167 Washington Ave., Cedarburg, Friday from 3-8PM, and at Grace Lutheran Church on Saturday from 9:30-10:30 AM. Memorials are suggested to the Grafton Soccer Club in Craig's name. Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com .
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Memories and Condolences
for Craig Carlson
Brad O'Keef
August 6, 2012
Jim and the Carlson family- My deepest sympathies to you all. I'm so glad that I got the chance to meet Craig, even if only once, when I learned from Jim that he worked here at Baird. He was helpful and kind and genuine, just like his Dad. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all during this difficult time.
Wenoka Moore
July 26, 2012
To the Carlson family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Craig was a special young man and I am glad to have been blessed with knowing him. We had so much fun working together at the bank and he always made me smile.
July 25, 2012
My prayers and sympathies. Mark Voll (Lakeland College '76)
July 25, 2012
Carlson Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
The Krinn Family
Jack Quinlevan
July 24, 2012
Jim and the Carlson family: I just learned of the loss of your son Craig. My sympathies to your family. My prayers are with you as well.
July 24, 2012
May precious memories bring comfort to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. John and Terri Brah and Ryan Brah
July 23, 2012
Sue and Jim: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace knowing that you have all of those wonderful memories with Craig to cherish forever. Love, ~The Kotes Family~
Mark Litton
July 20, 2012
To the Carlson family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. The Milwaukee soccer community is a small, closely woven family. This loss will be felt by all of us. Craig will always be remember for his competitive nature and his love for the game. He touched a lot of lives, and will always be with each and everyone one of us.
Rich Vonderlinde
July 20, 2012
Jim I know this is a difficult time for you and your family. Your faith will be your pillar of strength at this time. We ask why? God has the answer. It will come clear if you look for it. Rich VonderLinde
Scott McLellan
July 20, 2012
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. May Gods love and peace bring you comfort.
Cal McLellan
July 20, 2012
To the Carlson family: my deepest sympathy for your loss.
July 20, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Craig's family.
Kelly Olsen and Phil Carroll
July 20, 2012
With deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Schaefer Family
Steve, Cindy, Collin
The Wexler Family
July 20, 2012
I am glad to see that Craig found the joy in coaching other people's children as those of us who coached found teaching him. May his memory be a blessing to your family and friends. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
July 20, 2012
Dear Sue,
I was so sorry to hear the news about your son when I talked to Robin. I have been praying for peace for you and Robin, and your family. I know you will have wonderful memories of him to hold onto.
Love,
Kathy Hackbarth
July 20, 2012
Sue and Jim, I am so saddened with the news of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
~ Peggy and Dick Brown, Fredonia
Raquel Justman/Mort
July 19, 2012
This is very sad news. I beg God to give your family peace and strength to get through this loss. My heartfelt sympathy to the entire family.
Greg Jones
July 19, 2012
You will always be in our hearts. You are our Golden Boot.
July 19, 2012
" With deepest sympathy"
The Katzenberg Family
Candy Penland
July 19, 2012
Sue and Jim, My deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Candy Neumann Penland, SFHS Class of 1975
Blake Johnson
July 18, 2012
On behalf of the entire Lawrence University Soccer program, current and past players, coaches and staff, we express our sincere condolences to Craig's family and friends.
Wendy Whiting
July 18, 2012
So very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all.
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