Charles “Gordon” Carlson, age 80 of Arvada, passed away August 26, 2015. Gordon was born February 16, 1935 in Tarkio, Missouri. He was a retired Jefferson County school teacher of 30 years. Gordon is survived by his wife Dolores; sons: Tom, Tim and Terry and their spouses, 8 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and 5 siblings. Memorial service will be Monday, August 31, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. at Christ Community Covenant Church 6757 Simms St, Arvada, CO 80004. In lieu of flowers donations are preferred to Christ Community Covenant Church Gordon Carlson Memorial Fund.