Robert Melvin Carlson Obituary

We bid farewell to Robert Melvin Carlson of Lyons, South Dakota, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 16, 2024 at the age of 92. Robert touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. 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, Melvin Carlson and Frances Carlson (LaDue); his son Robert A Carlson; and his siblings, Esther Tierney, Doris Ciaverella, Elwood, Dwaine and Maurice.

He is survived by: his wife Gail Anderson Renner; his children, Kevin Carlson of Portland, OR, Jody Strand (Wade) and Mitchell; his stepson Tim Renner (Kärin); his grandchildren, Bobby Carlson (Angie), Camren Carlson (Brooklin), Mike Jonnassen (Ada), Matt Strand (Katie), Chris Strand (Megan), Dan Renner (Abby) and Liz Renner; his great grandchildren, Devon and Cole Carlson; and his grandchildren, Tyler, Tate, Kendall Strand, Emmett, Aliza, Elsie Strand and Jett Renner.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the West Nidaros Cemetery Columbarium Fund or West Nidaros Missions.