Verlene Carlson

  • Verlene Carlson
    Verlene Carlson

Verlene Adele (Gustafson) Carlson was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend who loved her people beyond measure. Born on Oct. 24, 1950, to Oliver and Leona Gustafson of Wausa, NE. In 1970 she married Gary Carlson, and they had four children together.

Verlene’s work ethic brought her through many vocations throughout her life: from raising pot-bellied pigs to working for a computer company, helping students in the classroom to running her own scroll-saw craft business. She also had a heart for serving the Lord through various ministries.

She cherished her family, spending time laughing and recalling memories with Gary, her dear mom, five siblings, and children. Verlene spent many happy hours playing games and having fun with her grandchildren.

Verlene loved traveling with Gary, in their camper after retirement. They explored National Parks together, camped with the grandkids, and enjoyed God’s creation in every new place the road took them.

Verlene is survived by her husband of 53 years, Gary Carlson; mother, Leona Gustafson of Wausa, NE; son, Joshua Carlson of Chandler, AZ; son Lucas Carlson and wife Erin of Clear Lake, WI; daughter Erin Aurich and husband Luke of Ault, CO; and son Matthew Carlson and wife Megan of Tacoma, WA; 8 Grandchildren; sisters, Betty Anderson of Norfolk, NE; Norma Vogt and husband Marlon of Cedar Rapids, IA; Karen Sedlacek and husband Dan of Spirit Lake, IA; Janet ElDorado and husband Randy of Lincoln, NE; and brother Arden Gustafson and wife Marcia of Saskatoon, SK, Canada, along with many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father Oliver Gustafson and her brother-in-law Randel Anderson.

The family has requested that remembrances be made in the form of contributions to Covenant Cedars Bible Camp. www.cedars. org/donate.

Memorial services were March 26 at the Brantford Covenant Church, Clyde.

Visitation was at the church on March 25 from 5-7 p.m.

Inurnment will take place at the Brantford Covenant Cemetery, Clyde.

Washington County News • Mar 28, 2024