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Dennis Carlson Obituary
GRANGER - Dennis R. Carlson, 54, of Granger, passed away at 2:30 p.m., Friday, June 1, 2007. Dennis was born on February 9, 1953, in Primghar, Iowa, to Arnold and Dorothy (Koch) Carlson. On June 12, 1976, he married the former Jane Roos. Denny is survived by his loving wife, Jane; two sons, Troy Carlson of Watervliet, MI and Chad Carlson of Granger; his mother, Dorothy Fischer of Hartley, Iowa; two brothers, Douglas (Sandra) Carlson of Orange City, Iowa and Steven (Donita) Carlson of Sutherland, Iowa; one sister, Deborah (David) Orthmann of Sutherland, Iowa and one half-sister, Kimberly Fischer of Rock Valley, Iowa. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, who passed in 1971. Denny graduated from Paullina High School, Paullina, Iowa. He received his Bachelor's Degree from Westmar College, LeMars, Iowa with a BA in Business Administration and Education. He worked as a store manager for Wal-Mart for the past 23 years and opened many new stores across the nation. He was a member of Clay United Methodist Church, South Bend. Visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 p.m., today, June 4, 2007, in Chapel Hill Funeral Home, 10776 McKinley Highway, Osceola. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 5, 2007, in Clay United Methodist Church, 17646 Cleveland Road, South Bend. Rev. Kim Bloom will officiate. Burial will take place in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Primghar, Iowa. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.chapelhillmemorial.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Carlson
Mary Como-Bishop
June 25, 2007
dear Mrs. Carlson, Troy, And Chad....
I just found out... I am so sorry. You're all in my thoughts... take care.
Carrie Whisenant
June 13, 2007
To the Carlson Family,
I have worked in several fast paced jobs in my life, Dennis was the best manager I personally have had. He always had a kind word, and pushed us to do our best. He will be greatly missed in our Wal-mart family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you through this tough time.
With Christian love,
Carrie Whisenant (overnight cashier)
Jennifer McWilliams-Knies
June 8, 2007
Mrs. Carlson,
I am an old friend of your son Troy, and I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your boys are in my thoughts and prayers, and I hope that you will find comfort in the Lord during this difficult time.
Jennifer McWilliams
Tracy Shirley-Glaser
June 6, 2007
Dear Jane,
My deepest sympothy during your time of loss.. I've grown to know Dennis while working for him in the Bakery .. His smile and laughter surely could light up any room ( as it had ) and his concern over our ' French Bread ' always kept us on our toes! Dennis was an inspiration for the majority of children under the S.O.A.R program of which my son Dustin is envolved in.. I am proud to call Dennis my Boss and I will NEVER forget the impact he's had on so many people including myself! A true INSPIRATION and he will NEVER be forgotten!!
My prayers are with you and your sons
Tracy Shirley-Glaser
and children
Dustin Wilson / Erika Wilson
Scott Warner
June 5, 2007
JANE
I am so sad to here of the lose of Dennis. His always contagious smile and from the belly laugh will be greatly missed. You and your boys have my deepest sympathy.
The Johnson Family
June 5, 2007
We were extremely shocked to hear of your loss. Dennis was always so nice to us when we shopped at Walmart. When ever my daughter would see his picture while we were shopping she would say "look mom there's Dennis". That just goes to show you how friendly he was to all his customers. We know you'll never get over this loss but we certinately hope your sadness will be a little less everyday.
Carolee/ Zell Stockwell
June 5, 2007
Dear Family, We are customers at the WalMart and always looked forward to seeing Dennis. He always ask about how we were doing with his wonderful smile and joyous laugh. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carole Cline
June 5, 2007
I was deeply saddened to learn of Dennis's passing. He was such a wonderful, compassionate person and will be greatly missed. It was our privilege to have known him. He will be greatly missed by everyone he touched in his loving way. My daughter Lynda Ward, worked side by side with him for so many years and he became her 2nd dad.His passing will leave a big void in her heart.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God will give you the strength to carry on.
Analyn Knapp
June 5, 2007
To the Family of Dennis,
Even I do not know Dennis personally, he's been a role model manager for me. He never limit his self to mingle with anybody in the store. We would surely miss his smile in every corner of Niles, Walmart. Our condolence to Dennis' family.
Always remember that God has purpose for everything. We don't know what is His plan but we know it is for the better.
Nancy, Ken & Kenny Kostanski
June 5, 2007
Jane, Troy & Chad,
We are so sorry to hear about Denny and his untimely death. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. We feel blessed to have known you when we lived in Granger. May God hold you close and give you peace!
Pat Palmer
June 4, 2007
Jane and family,
It is with sincerest sympathy that I send a note of condolance to you. I was in Denny's graduating class at Paullina and I was so glad he was able to make our reunion this past summer. His warmth and smile was a highlight for us all to witness this past July. We send our love.
Pat and Ed Palmer
Pam Whitaker
June 4, 2007
Dear Mrs. Carlson,
My deepest sympathy. We are all going to miss Dennis at the Niles Wal~Mart.
Randy Jacobson
June 4, 2007
To the Family of Dennis Carlson:
Deepest sympathy for your loss. Denny and I were classmates in Paullina and I was delighted to see him at our reunion last summer and feel fortunate that I was able to talk with him at some length. Reading some of the postings on this site, it is apparent that he touched many lives and was very well thought of in your community.
Gary & Cheryl Vinnedge
June 4, 2007
Dear Carlson Family,
My husband & I were often at the Niles store and we always looked forward to seeing your husband and his smiling face. He always helped any and everybody, he never seemed to expect anyone to do anything he wouldn't do himself. The Niles Walmart & community as a whole has lost a dear friend; he will really be missed. Our prayers are with you & your loved ones during this time. God Bless you all.
Lynda
June 4, 2007
Jane,Chad,Troy..Dennis was one of a kind..He was well-loved and had touched so many lives. I will forever be greatful to have known him.
God speed to you "Dad"...
Andy Meredith
June 4, 2007
To the Carlson's,
Sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathys are with you all and the Carlson Family and our Wal-mart family in Niles.
Jon Brown
June 4, 2007
To The Carlson's,
Sorry to hear about Dennis. He was a great manager and a great friend. He was always one to get things done. Me and girlfriend send you our condolences and prayers.
Bob & Amy Strozewski and kids
June 4, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We knew Dennis from the Niles Walmart, he was an awsome person. We looked foward to seeing Dennis's smiling face each time we shopped there. He will be missed.
Mike Levy
June 4, 2007
Carlson's
Sorry for your loss. Dennis was a great person, he always gave me very positive advice on differnt things. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Mike Levy
Thomas Nelson
June 4, 2007
Dear Mrs. Carlson:
While I didn't know your husband personally, I understand from Mary Jane Davis that he was very supportive of the work we do with youth and families through the Berrien County Family Court. His support and assistance in those efforts will pay rich dividends in the future. In that way, I am certain that he has built a legacy in our community.
You and your family will be in my prayers.
Thomas E. Nelson, Berrien County Family Judge
jUDY Ward
June 4, 2007
sORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. mY PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. gOD WILL GIVE YOU THE STRENGHT YOU NEED AND HEAL THE WOUNDS.
Kevin Sherry
June 4, 2007
Kevin & Kelly Sherry
Dennis always had Kelly and I laughing. We met Dennis a few years ago while I played for Clay's softball team. We had the pleasure of his company a couple of weeks ago at a game in Mishawaka. Dennis' fun-natured spirit and sense of humor will forever be remembered.
Mike Nichols
June 4, 2007
I am sorry for your loss
Michele Wilson
June 4, 2007
Dear Carlson Family
I am only a customer of Wal-Mart in Niles, but I wanted you to know that I am grieved by the loss of your loved one. He was always so kind to people and always had a smile on his face. I have never met a manager who was more considerate than Dennis. He truly led by example (pushing buggies, lifting things down for customers, making people laugh). He will be geatly missed in our community. I am so sorry for your loss and pray that he is smiling at the face of Jesus right now!
Sincerely,
Michele Wilson
Niles, MI
Heather Mezosi
June 4, 2007
Jane,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers. Take care of yourself and let me know if there is anything that I can do for you or your family.
~Heather (volunteer coordinator, Indiana Legal Services)
Maribeth Zelasko
June 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need. Your loss will be felt company wide not to mention the customers who he helped in many ways. I can remember him with a smile on his face whether he was in the store or out helping bring in carts.
Sincerly a Wal-Mart Customer
Sharon Low
June 4, 2007
I did not know your husband personally but I was a frequent shopper at the Niles store and your husband was one manger that could always be seen on the store floor. Many stores you go into you do not ever see the manager of this store or have an opportunity to talk with them.
His loss is our loss at the Niles store.
My deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
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