SHREWSBURY: Donald E. “Don” Carlson, 80, of Shrewsbury passed away on December 18, 2011 at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester with his family by his side.
Donald was the son of the late Eric and Marion (Erickson) Carlson formerly of Quincy.
He was the loving husband of Pauline (Chaulk) Carlson for 57 years. He is also survived by his children Daniel Carlson and his wife Colleen, Deborah Cooper, Sandra Carlson and Steven Carlson and his wife Laurie. Donald was the proud grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. He also leaves his sisters Dorothy Melsky and Ruth Higuera.
Don was a builder for many years in the MetroWest area. He was also well known as a 2nd story specialists. He was an active member of the Assembly of God churches for many years. His passion was in the building of churches and he faithfully helped with the construction of numerous smaller churches in the U.S. and many other countries. Donald served his country proudly with the United States Navy Reserves for seven years.
The visiting hours will be on Thursday, December 22, 2011 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the John C. Bryant Funeral Home, 56 Pemberton Road (Off Route 30), Wayland.
The funeral service will be on Friday, December 23, 2011 at 10:00 am at the funeral home with the Rev. Bill Button officiating.
The burial will follow in the Carlson family lot in Glenwood Cemetery, 25 Glenwood Street, South Natick.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in Don’s memory can be sent to the Liberty Church, 495 Hartford Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 or the charity of the donor’s choice.
For on-line condolences and directions, please visit www.johncbryantfuneralhome.com.