Barbara R. Carlsen Obituary
We announce the death of Barbara R. Carlsen (Malden, Massachusetts), born in East Boston, Massachusetts, who passed away on October 14, 2026, at the age of 91. Barbara will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband George Carlsen; and her parents, Christopher Jannini and Alice Jannini. She is survived by: her children, Brenda Driscoll (Dan) of Woburn, George "Chris" Carlsen (Tracy) of Winthrop and Rita MacKinnon (Don) of Easton; her grandchildren, Lauren Patten (Bryon) of Wilmington, Daniel "Danny" Driscoll (Kelsey), David MacKinnon (Jordan) and Robert MacKinnon; and her great grandchildren, Logan, Landon Patten, Jaxon, Kinsley, Brayden Driscoll, Callum and Cole MacKinnon.
A burial will be held on Saturday, November 7th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Holy Cross Cemetery (175 Broadway, Malden, MA 02148).
