Hilbert Carlson
Hilbert B. Carlson, age 83, of Arkdale, Wisconsin died Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at the Villa Pines Living Center in Friendship, Wisconsin.
Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 09, 2013 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Pastor John Torgerson will officiate. Interment will be at the Monroe Center Cemetery, Town of Monroe, Adams County, Wisconsin.
Visitation will be 9 a.m. until to the time of service on Tuesday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Hilbert was born August 5, 1929 in Strongs Prairie, Adams County, Wisconsin to Ole and Olga (Martin) Carlson. He married Arloine Aarestad on October 29, 1954 in Mason City, Iowa. They made their home in Monroe Center where Hilbert farmed and later worked for Nekoosa Edwards Paper Co. cutting pulp for many years. He also worked for the State of Wisconsin building the interstate, and at Badger Ordnance during the Vietnam War.
Hilbert started the first Polaris snowmobile dealership in 1965. He also opened Carlson’s North Star Gas Station at Hwy 21/13 in 1971. After selling the service station, he worked at many area irrigation farms until his retirement.
Hilbert enjoyed hunting and raising elk, along with other animals.
Hilbert was a member of Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, the North American Hunting Club, NRA, and a charter member of the Roche-A-Cri Lions.
Hilbert was preceded in death by his parents, Ole and Olga Carlson; brother, Emil Carlson; sisters: Sarah (Hays) Siegler and Carol Lockerbie; sister-in-law, Mary Carlson; brother-in-law, Clifford Hays; brother-in-law, George Siegler; brother-in-law, James Lockerbie; brother-in-law, Aling Rakstang; three infant sisters; and one infant brother.
Survivors:
Wife: Arloine Carlson of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Son: Gordon (Nancy) Carlson of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Son: David (Laurie) Carlson of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Son: Daniel Carlson of Madison, Wisconsin
Grandson: Kevin (Viki) Carlson of Marion, Kentucky
Grandson: Craig (Teresa) Carlson of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Ashley (Ben) Eckmeyer of Lake Villa, Illinois
Granddaughter: Brittany Carlson of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Jacey Jensen of Madison, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Calli Carlson of Madison, Wisconsin
Great-Grandson: Jayden Carlson of Marion, Kentucky
Great-Grandson: Maddox Carlson of Marion, Kentucky
Great-Grandson: Gunnar Carlson of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Step-Great-Granddaughter: Brittney Osowski of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Great-Granddaughter: Jaeliegh Jensen of Madison, Wisconsin
Great-Granddaughter: Jazelle Jensen of Madison, Wisconsin
Sister: Emily Rakstang of Madison, Wisconsin
Brother: Alvin (Donna) Carlson of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Carlson Family. You are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Sorry for your loss, our prayers go out to the families.
To the Carlson family. Hilbert was a wonderful man. I had the joy of taking care of him at Villa Pines Living . He will be in the hearts of many. May God comfort you at this time.
Our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Robert, Brenda and Abby
To The Carlson family. Sorry to hear of your loss. You”re in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, may he be at peace and may God comfort the whole family, I know it is not easy , but we just have to go on and remember the good times and memories.May God help you find the peace you need to get through this time.
Barbara Tolley and Family.
So sorry to hear about Hilbert. I am very thankful he was able to make it to mom’s funeral; I will cherish that last meeting forever. He was very special and I have many wonderful memories that I will keep in my heart. May you all find peace in knowing Hilbert is no longer suffering. God bless you all.
Debbie
Arlo, Gordy, Dave & Amp; Dan: I have many fond memories of Hilbert. I remember the hours we spent at the gas station talking about hunting and snowmobiles. He always enjoyed showing off his elk herd and would share some good deer hunting stories with me once in a while. During this sad time in your lives hold all those good memories close. He is at peace now and will suffer no more. He will be missed by many.
We are thinking of you with deepest sympathy at this sad time.
Gordy, Nancy and the family of Hilbert Carlson. We are sorry to hear of Hilbert’s passing. You have our condolences.
Arlo and Family
Please accept our deapest sympthy, at this sad time.
Dale & Judy Jefferson and family`
Sorry for your loss. Keep the good memories close and they will help during this difficult time. Hold each other close. My thoughts are with you all.
Sue
Kevin and family, sorry to hear of the pasting of your grandfather. I pray for peace and comfort for your family.
Tammy (Banie) Hammond
To entire Carlson family:
I’m sorry to hear about your loss. Hang on to the good memories.
Arlo and families,
Our sympathy.
Our thoughts and sympathy are with you.
So sorry to read about your loss. Remember all the good times.
Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Our deepest sympathy, for your loss, of husband and father. Words can not say, what is our hearts. Please know, that we are keeping all, in our prayers, for peace and comfort.
Our thoughts are with you and your family
Laurie, Dave, Arloine and family, Peace for you and your family during this sad time. Margaret
Gordy & Nancy so sorry to hear of your loss prayers are with the family may he rest in peace