Oliver Carlson Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Oliver Carlson of Roseville, Minnesota, born in Fairview, Montana, who passed away on July 15, 2020, at the age of 99, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Olaf Carlson and Ragna Carlson; his siblings, Arne, Roald, Haakon Carlson and Audrey Nelson; and his son-in-law William Thorndal.
He is survived by: his wife Gene Carlson of Roseville, MN; his sister Laila Rogers of Newtonville, MA; and his children, Margit Thorndal of Laurel, MT, Greta Carlson of Park Rapids, MN, Nathan Carlson (Jenny) of Castle Rock, CO, Camilla Jacobsen (Todd) of Sioux Falls, SD and Christopher (Kim) of Fridley, MN. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren and step-grandchildren, 24 (+1) great-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren, and 24 nieces and nephews.
In consideration of the risks posed by COVID-19, a "immediate family only" burial will take place at Fort Snelling and the "immediate family only" memorial service will take place at North Heights Lutheran Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to North Heights Lutheran Church, Global Health Ministries, or Friends of Madagascar Missions. Donations can also be made through the above website to these three organizations.
