Rick was a good friend and associate at the city, I will miss him terribly, RIP rick and prayiers to your family.

My heart goes out to the Carson family.  Rick was just one of those people you couldn't help but love and be drawn to him.  He had a hearty laugh, and a personality to match.

I also remember him as a gentle giant from my youth.  As a 6 year-old boy learning how to water ski at the resort in Nevis, he and my father were always so patient and encouraging, while not letting me give up when I wanted.  They taught me persistence is a virtue and has its own rewards.

I always looked forward to seeing Rick and his family during our summer vacations and the occasional get-together at other times during the year.  Good times and laughter were guaranteed when Rick was present.

He will be deeply and forever be missed.

Jan - Jim and I are so saddened by this news.  Jim and his boys have many fond memories of vacationing at the lake with your family.  Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

This is just such a very sad time for all who knew Rick. His laugh, his kind words, and his Loving ways were just magnetic. After meeting him and Jan years ago in Cancun,we knew we had met true friends. The memories will be permanently etched in our minds and we will celebrate Rick's life until we meet him again someday. My heart goes out to the family.Take comfort in knowing that you were a part of a well lived life. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Deepest sympathy and love to you all.

Jan and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.  
Much love, Kathleen and Lenn

I was so sad to hear the news of Rick passing away.  I know how all of you will miss him.  He made a big impression on me the first time I met him. Bigger then life. My sincere heartfelt thoughts for your family at this time.

I grew up down the street from Chief Carson and Jan. My father was city manager of WDM for a while and overlapped with Rick's time as Chief. With that connection and also living down the street, I saw Rick quite often as I was growing up before we moved when I was 13. 

To this day, Rick is at the very top of my list of people I had the pleasure to know. He always greeted me with his gruff boisterous laugh, "hey, Bubba!". He was always great to my dad, both personally and professionally. He was just a joy to be around. I always looked forward to seeing him. I have so many fond memories of spending time at his house. Checking out what seemed like the coolest basement in the world to me as a kid. Playing with his german sheppard who was big, kind and gentle just like Rick. 

I remember being sad when Rick retired and they started living up in Minnesota. By then my dad had moved on to a job with the City of Des Moines and I only would occasionally see Rick and Jan. I wish I had gotten to spend more time with him over the last 20 years. I'm 34 now, but I'll always remember how kind he was to me when I was growing up and how much fun I had with him. My deepest sympathies to Jan, Tim, Chris and all of their families.

Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time...Like Shelly and Rick, Becky and I also treasure our wonderful Nevis memories shared with your family.  Memories which will be sustained always.

Rick was our  true friend. I had the good luck to be under his command at two very different Police Departments.  Being loyal to his friends was second nature to Rick,  He is and will continue to be missed.

Sheri and Joe Godfroy, Redfield, Iowa

Jan,
We three met each other over half a century ago!!!  I know this is a different kind of sadness, when so sudden.  Find comfort in those who love you and in our Lord.
Your friend

Rick left this life having lived fully. He shared his life as a husband, sibling, parent, friend, community leader.....all well done. I'll miss the wonderful smile and tales of misadventure with his buddy Woodrow. Rest in Peace good friend.

Mr. Rick Carson had more people respect him and his position as a police officer, than he would ever know. Back in the mid 60's, I dated his sister Grace. From the stories I heard and read, you didn't  cross any boundaries with his loved ones, which I never did. I'm so sorry for your loss. Just wanted you to know how much he was respected. May God Grant you Peace in your Time of Sorrows.

Carson Family:  The Iowa Limestone Producers Association members were saddened to hear of Rick's passing.  He was a large part of our "Rockbuster's Ball" for over 25 years.  He and fellow officer Charlie Heller were our security guards.  Rick knew most of our members by name and was part of our Rockbuster family.  He will truly be missed.

I was so sad to hear the news about the loss of Rick.  Through my tears I found myself smiling at all the wonderful memories of our fun-filled adventures at Kachie's Resort in Nevis, MN.  Rick taught me how to dance, taught me how to ski, taught me how to laugh and live life to the fullest! May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. We will love and miss you always, Rick!

Dear Jan' I will always remember Ricks laughter and good humor.  He was such a great guy ....Leo and myself will be praying for you and the family...Just left Des mOines on Monday, we live in Georgia now, or we would be there for the services.  God bless you.,...Leo and Jeanne McGough

It's been a long time since I have seen Rick.  When the famiy got together in Des Moines, Iowa at G-Grandma Etta Carson home or on a pincic. Us cousins would be hanging out together.  He will be dearly missed. My sympathy goes to family and all who new him.  God bless you all.

So sorry for your loss. I have the best memories of summer fun in Nevis with Rick, Jan and boys at Katchies. I will always remember that great smile and that booming laugh! Great man and even better heart. My condolences and love.

I met Rick when he was Chief in West Des Moines.  He was always friendly and was well respected, not just by the Officers in West Des Moines but to Officers from other agencies also.  I pray that God will give you the strength and comfort you need to get through this loss.

I knew Rick professionally and he was always very helpful when I consulted with  him. A very upstanding gentleman. Please accept my condolences.

Our deepest sympathy for your loss Rick will be missed...

I was sorry to learn of Rick's death.  My prayers and sympathy to Jan and his family.
Many people are better persons for having known him.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  Rick was a great guy and will be missed, but will be remember because of the memories we have.

Jan - Jody and I were so sorry to learn of Rick's passing.  You are in our prayers.

Our deepest sympathy goes out to Jan and your family. We all have lost a great person and friend. Cancun in Dec will not be the same at the pool bar!
Don & Tammy Gullo

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Jan.  Rick was such a good man and his smile would light up a room. We have so many good memories of our times together here in Des Moines and in Nevis. He will be so missed. 
Richard & Jackie Kail

Words can not explain the loss I feel. May god be with you and the boys.

This is a huge loss for many people. I have not known a summer vacation in July without being with Rick & Jan since before I was born. A great friend/brother to my dad & he was like an uncle/2nd dad to me. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts & prayers go out to Jan & all of his family & friends. Love you Rick!

My deepest sympathy to your family on the loss of super person. We had many memories of our time "defending" our country and later. You will be missed by all those who knew you and had the pleasure of meeting you. God rest my friend

Our sincere condolences from the "East Side". Remember the past and cherish the memories, we will. The ole neighborhood has just gotten smaller.

Chief Carson was a great person, friend, and a respected chief of police for the city of West Des Moines. We offer our sympathy to his family

Jan and family.  We were so sorry to hear of Rick's passing.  Our prayers to you and your family.
Debby and Denny Battrick, Folsom, CA.

Please accept my deepest sympathy on Rick's passing.  Growing up all of his friends in the old neighborhood called him Ricky and several of us continued to call him that until he became Chief of Police.  Maybe once or twice after that too.  His grandpa used to drive us to the Register and Tribune branch behind the Greenwood  Tap  to pick up our newspapers and help us deliver them. Rick's aim and distance was so good tossing papers out of the back of the truck that he never missed a porch or the steps.   His grandpa would laugh and say his Fire Eater was now eating fire.  I will never forget that.  

Condolences to his family.

He had such a "presence" he commanded a audience wherever he was.  I will miss our comraderie.

My dad (Ralph Marquis) worked with Rick throughout his career with DMPD. After that, they remained good friends with lots of jokes and laughter. Rick would hire my dad for electrical projects around his house including adding a light to the flag pole while his son was in the military and in combat. He was a good guy and I always enjoyed running into him.

My deepest sympathy to your family at the passing of Rick.  I had the pleasure of working with him at the City of West Des Moines.  He was a friendly, helpful, caring person and always brought his wonderful sense of humor to meetings.  Blessings to your family,
Sue Paterson- Nielsen

How I will miss the pontoon honk as Rick drove by our dock! Rick was always one of my favorite parts of the summer and I looked forward to our Belle Taine cruises. Nothing but the very best memories. Love to you, Jan, boys, and family. 
Hugs, Misha

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18 avril 1942 – 21 août 2015

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