Elwood “Andy” William Carlson

Obituary

Elwood “Andy” William Carlson was born on January 14, 1943, in Watertown, Minnesota.  He was the son of Richard and Irene (Tester) Carlson.  Elwood was baptized as a young child on October 7, 1945, and later was confirmed in his faith as a youth on _March 26, 1961, both at Community Congregational Church in Watertown, Minnesota.  He received his education in Watertown, Minnesota, graduating with the Watertown High School Class of 1961.  Elwood entered active military service in the United States Army on December 17, 1964, and served his country during the Vietnam Era.  His rank was Specialist 4^th Class and he received the National Defense Service Medal.  Elwood received an honorable discharge on November 28, 1966. 

Elwood made his home in Hutchinson, Minnesota.  He worked at Seneca in Glencoe, Minnesota, for 30 plus years in the distribution department.  Elwood was a member of Church of Peace in Glencoe, Minnesota.  He enjoyed gambling, watching sports, playing cards and visiting with family and friends.  Elwood was a kind and caring brother. 

Elwood passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021, at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, at the age of 78 years, 4 months and 7 days.

Blessed be his memory.

Elwood is survived by his;
Siblings, George Carlson and his special friend, Lisa, of Springfield, MO,
Mary Ann Lindner of Glencoe, MN,
Jim Carlson and his wife, Melba, of Glencoe, MN,
Irene Carlson of New Hope, MN;
Sisters-In-Law, Evelyn Chacka of Glencoe, MN,
Mary Lou Carlson of Waconia, MN;
Nephews, Don Carlson and his wife, Barb, of Glencoe, MN,
Adam Carlson and his wife, Tami, of Glencoe, MN;
Cousins, Other relatives and many friends.

Elwood was preceded in death by his Parents, Richard and Irene Carlson; Siblings, Glen Carlson, Richard Carlson, Barbara Johnson and her husband, Merlin.