James William Carlson

1956 - 2024

CARLSON, James William, 68, of Amelia went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 5, 2024. He is the son of the late Warren Carlson and Ellen Louise Carlson (Mathews). He is also preceded in death by three grandsons, Jamie Christopher, Ethan and Noah; brother-in-laws, Rick Beattie and Daryl Vincent. James is survived by his loving wife and soul mate of 46 years, Karen Carlson; children, Martin Plunkett (Bryony), James Carlson (Karie), Rachel Fazio (Ron), Michael Carlson (April), Shawn Carlson (Nicole); Nephew, Tristan Carlson (Becki); 19 grandchildren; sisters, Kathy Vincent, Sandra Beattie, Gloria Beaman and Patty Hammond. Jim retired from the Navy after over 20 years of dedicated service as an Engineer. All that knew him adored his sense of humor, often partook in pranks and he had a way of making all those around him laugh. He loved his family fiercely and unconditionally. He loved being a dad and even more so, a Poppy. His legacy will live on through his children and grandchildren. We will see him again (second road on the left).

The family will receive friends on Friday, February 16, 2024 from 12 to 1 p.m. at Passion Community Church, 4480 Anderson Hwy in Powhatan. James' memorial service will be at 1 p.m. in the church followed by military honors. Burial will be private.