E. Edward Carlson, our beloved father, went to his eternal home on Tuesday, November 1, 2016. Ed was born April 14, 1919 to Peter and Johanna Carlson in Concordia, Kansas. He was a proud veteran of WWII. He was stationed in the Aleutian Islands. Ed had many varying jobs throughout his long life.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents; his 12 brothers and sisters; and his loving wife of nearly 63 years, Marion.
Survivors include his daughter, Anita Osborne and her husband Don Osborne; his son, Edward Carlson; five grandsons, Jeff Osborne and his wife, Jacquie Osborne, Jonathan Osborne, Justin Osborne, Elliott Carlson and Evan Carlson. Also surviving are his three great granddaughters, Leah Osborne, Delaney Osborne and Zoe Osborne.
Visitation will be 1-2:00 pm on Saturday, November 12th at the McGilley & Hoge Chapel, 8024 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park, Kansas followed by a Celebration of Ed's Life at 2:00 pm at the chapel. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Disabled American Veterans and the Salvation Army.