Richard L. Carlson Obituary
In loving memory of Richard L. Carlson of Council Bluffs, Iowa, born in Fairfax, Missouri, who departed this world on October 2, 2025 at the age of 74. Richard leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard L. Carlson to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Richard may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He is survived by: his children, Brenda of Council Bluffs, Darci of Council Bluffs, Ray (Terrie) of Council Bluffs and Rodney Carlson (Cheri) of Council Bluffs; and his sisters, Glenda Earlywine (Pat) and Deloris "Sis" Daigh (Kermit). He is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 10th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Eagles Club (1530 Ave F, Council Bluffs, IA 51501).