David Lee Carlson

MADISON – David Lee Carlson, age 79, of Madison passed away peacefully Wednesday February 3, 2016 surrounded by family after a courageous battle with metastasis of melanoma. Born in Rockford on May 9, 1936 to Arthur Carlson & Renate Thormaehlan. David was a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the Vietnam War in Okinawa, Japan as a surveyor. He worked in Rockford for Orput Companies, Meyer Carlson Associates, Larson & Darby, and Richard L. Johnson & Associates. David Married Connie Rolig in 1964 in Rockford and they had four children. He then married Patricia "Pat" Stolen in 1997.

He is survived by children, Nicole (Ron) Perrine, Molly Higgins, Colby Carlson and Nils (Aida) Carlson; sister, Juanita Long; grandchildren, Jeffrey (Michelle) Perrine, Gregory Perrine, Thomas & Tessa Higgins; great grandchildren, Cohen, Evan & Caleb Perrine; former spouse, Connie Carlson; and numerous nieces & nephews. Predeceased by parents, Arthur Carlson & Renate Thormaehlan; wife and best friend, Patricia "Pat" Stolen; sister, Sandy; and brothers, Alric & Kenneth.

A special thanks to the staff and caregivers at Meriter Hospital 8th floor in Madison, Presence St. Anne Nursing Home, Heartland Hospice in Rockford and The Nolan Shore Community for all of their care and concern during Dave's illness. Christenson Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Cremation rites accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday May 21, 2016 from 1-4 pm at Porta Bella Restaurant, 425 North Frances Street, Madison WI.  In Lieu of Flowers Donations to: UW Carbone Cancer Center, 600 Highland Avenue, K4658, Madison, WI 53792 or Www.uwhealth.org/cancer

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