Gary Carlson

Gary L. Carlson passed away Saturday August 18, 2012 in his home.nbsp; He was born April 30, 1939 in Rockford, the son of Roy and Eva (Nordfeldt) Carlson.nbsp; Gary worked for Rockford C.I.E. amp; G., Northern Illinois Gas and most recently at the Boone County Court House.

He is survived by his wife Shirley, Daughter, Renee (Jim) Jourdin, Son, Brad (Lisa) Carlson, Granddaughters, Kayla and Alyssa Carlson, also nieces, Tiner and Lisa.nbsp; Special Friends Jack Korah, Jim Bean, Larry Pete Pearson, Walt Gulley and Ray and Martha.

Many thanks to the 7 th floor nurses at Swedes and to Northern Illinois Hospice.nbsp;

A private family service will be held at a later date.nbsp; Memorials can be made to Northern Illinois Hospice on his behalf.nbsp; Arrangements completed by Fitzgerald Funeral Home.nbsp; Express online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.nbsp;