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Joel E. Carlson

1939 - 2014

Joel E. Carlson obituary, 1939-2014, Lawrence, KS

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Joel Carlson Obituary

Joel E. Carlson

Joel Ed Carlson, 75, of Shawnee, KS passed away Feb. 17th, 2014. Services will be held at Community Covenant Church of Lenexa with the visitation from 6 to 8 pm Mon. Feb. 24th and the memorial service 1 pm Tues. Feb. 25th. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Lawrence, KS. Joel was born Jan. 6, 1939 to Maurice R. and Edna Carlson. He graduated from Lawrence High School in 1957, and graduated from Emporia State University. Joel worked as an Assistant Vice President with Security Bank of Kansas City. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Joy Carlson, children; Mike Mann, and Mindy Robinson (Roy), grandchildren; Matthew Mann, Blake Robinson, and Michael Mann (Katie), along with their son, Mason.

He is also survived by his sister Donna Schneck (Merle), and brothers, Bob Carlson (Karen Sue), Paul Carlson (Shan), and Marc Carlson (Donna).

In our hearts, Joel will be missed for his thoughtfulness, nurturing and dry wit. Memorial contributions in Joel's memory may be made to the church.

Full obituary and online condolences may be found at www.amosfamily.com

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Feb. 22, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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March 12, 2014

I worked with Joel at Security Bank. He always helped me and was very nice. What a genuinely kind man.
Susie Nelson

Richard Crofton

February 24, 2014

My condolences to the Carlson family. We worked together at CIT. He was a good friend.

February 24, 2014

Joy,

I am so sorry for your loss of Joel. I know the next few months will be difficult, but it does get better. Just remember you have the love of family and friends to help you through your grief.

Sandy Sullivan

Don Fortin

February 24, 2014

Dear Joy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Joel was an awesome man! We are so glad we knew him.
Don and Gail Fortin

Virginia Hoecker Baker

February 24, 2014

Joy and Family: I am saddened by your loss. Please know I will be thinking of you and praying for you during this time. I remember Joel as such a quiet and caring person, he will be missed. My love to you all--Virginia Hoecker Baker

Karissa Jones

February 23, 2014

I was heartbroken to learn Joel passed away. He was a wonderful man with a kind heart, and I feel blessed to have grown up next door to him. I hope you all find comfort in the happy memories you have of him. I'm so sorry for your loss, and I wish there was something I could do to help ease your pain. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

February 23, 2014

Joel was a nice guy. Always liked him. Sorry for your loss. Larry Hatfield.

February 23, 2014

Sherry and Deane Holmes
Marty Shaw

February 22, 2014

So sorry for your loss!!! Your family is in my thoughts and prayers!!
Love you-
Anita Perdue

Lindy Grindel

February 22, 2014

Ray and I were sorry to hear of Joel's passing. He had a wonderful smile. May your memories be a comfort. He will be missed.

amanda. david nathan kerrie robinson

February 22, 2014

You worked hard joel and raised your family Well heavenly wishes as it is now your time to rest sincere condolences to joy michael and mindy and all the carlson family x

Sara Gurr

February 22, 2014

I didn't know Joel, but I know his Daughter Mindy and know that he must have been a great man to have raised his Daughter to be the person she is today. I would like to offer my condolences to all of his family.

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Memorial Events
for Joel Carlson

Feb

24

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Community Covenant Church

Lenexa , MO

Feb

25

Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

Community Covenant Church

Lenexa , MO

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10901 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS 66203

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