Name: Visitation for Roger W. CARLSON
Start: 2015-02-24T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2015-02-24T17:00:00.000Z
Location: AMAZING GRACE ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Age 90, Of White Bear Lake Former Vadnais Hgts. Wal-Mart Greeter Died peacefully after a lengthy battle with dementia on February 18, 2015 at the Good Samaritan Home in Stillwater. Roger was born on October 6, 1924 in St. Paul Minnesota. He bravely served in the United States Army, stationed at Leyte in the Philippines during World War II. Roger is survived by his loving wife Alice of 56 years; children, Amy (Richard Doherty); Lori (Jeffrey Summers); Peter (Katherine); James (Casandra); 12 grandchildren, one great grandchild with one on the way. Roger is also survived by sister Judy Crotteau, and is preceded in death by parents Herbert and Florence Carlson, sisters Lois, Harriet, Joan and Janet. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 24th at AMAZING GRACE ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 1237 Earl St., St. Paul, with visitation one hour prior to the service. www.honsafamilyfuneral.com 651-429-6172

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Published by Pioneer Press on Feb. 22, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Roger CARLSON

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12 Entries

February 28, 2015

Dear Carlson families, Jane and I feel your loss and sadness. Know he is promised in death to life eternal. He always had a smile, a story. He will be missed.
All our support to your families.
Doug and Jane Frost, Matthew and Kim, Jennifer and Jim, Tom and Karen

Richard Lundahl

February 28, 2015

Every time I went to Walmart I saw that smiling face of Roger.And thru the years we would have short conversations. Truly a special man. Not many will be missed as he will be. R.Lundahl

Amy Doherty

February 25, 2015

Dearest Dad--you were my "first thought" as I awakened this morning . . . and a good thought, indeed. Spending time with family and friends yesterday as we honored your life and celebrated your home-going has only helped to make me want to be more like my dad. When I was a little girl, you'd hold my hand as we walked from our parked car to the store--I always had to practically run to keep up with you. I feel like I'm doing that now--your legacy is like that big strong hand of yours around mine, and Dad, I'll do my best to keep up with your pace! Yesterday brother Jamie kept telling me I have your "eyes"--I really hope that I can always "see" people the way you did--you and our dear Mother see the best and love much. I say that in the present tense because now you see love perfectly; for you have before you the face of our dear Savior. Love you forever . . . your grieving but thankful daughter whose birthday was made even sweeter remembering that if not for you, I wouldn't be here.

Casandra Carlson

February 24, 2015

Dearest Roger, It was a great honor to be welcomed into your family almost 19 years ago. You and your dear Alice are quite simply, extraordinary people. I am again thanking you for raising an incredible man for me to marry. As I saw in your home--both on the wall hanging, and so much in your lives, "Children grow up to be the love they have known." All your children demonstrate your wonderful, godly example, and are now passing on this legacy of love to their children and beyond. Thank you Roger, again for your faithful, serving, loving and generous heart. Believing that God is already sustaining us mightily with His strength, and that you are enjoying the wonderful rewards of heaven! We thank God for blessing us with you, and look so foward to seeing you again! Much love!

James Carlson

February 24, 2015

My dad was truly a gift from the Lord! I was privileged to call him dad! I am privileged to have spent so much time with this great man! Dad was a Christian who truly lived a Christlike life loving people! My heart hurts tonight knowing I won't be able to sit with him, hold his hand, look into his eyes, hug him, receive his love back and to say "dad I love you". I'll see you again in heaven! Love from your son!

Nick benson

February 24, 2015

Prayers and Condolences and
Our Best wish's to the family's From Nick Benson and Father Don of St. Hedwigs church

February 24, 2015

Dear Carlson Family,

Sending our deepest heartfelt sympathy to all Roger's loved ones. He was a kind man with a heart of gold. When he greeted us at church he made everyone of us feel so welcomed.

God bless,
Dave and Moreen Bourdeaux

Tom and Rosie Bernier

February 23, 2015

What a nice man Roger was, so friendly and kind hearted. He was so proud of his family and his lovely wife Alice.

Beverly Brown Jackson

February 23, 2015

So very very sorry for his passing. BUT we know he went on to GLORY. Continuing to pray for all of you. We love you all.

February 22, 2015

Please accept my sincerest condolences. May your fond memories and strength from God give peace during this difficult time.
Ms Porter

Reed Edstrom

February 22, 2015

To Roger's family, I am so sorry to learn of his passing. He was one of the main reasons I started shopping at Walmart about 15 years ago. He was the best Walmart greeter... so genuinely friendly and attentive to his duties. I always enjoyed watching from a distance as he interacted with children. I encountered him many times around White Bear Lake and he always took the time to say "hello". He was so proud of his wife and family. He is not forgotten.

February 22, 2015

Was Roger the greeter at Walmart? I had some good chats with him,, What a sweet man and THANK YOU for your service...

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