Robert Carlson Obituary

He was a great teacher (2004-05), a kind person. In a room with hundreds of students, it amazed me his focus and accomplishments for the hour.

Bob was to me a terrific colleague, great friend, and favorite golfing partner. We had similar senses of humor and were able to make each other laugh at some of the more strange and even ridiculous things that society had to offer. Bob's gentle nature, sense of fair-play and genuine human kindness taught me much about how to live well and do good. I was fortunate to have an opportunity observe Bob's teaching skill when I sat in on his spectroscopy course and learned a great deal about a topic I had never studied before. A true gentleman and I shall miss him greatly.

Dear Bea and family, We hope the caring thoughts of friends and family will sustain you at this time. Bob was a wonderful teacher and colleague and will be missed by so many. Our deepest condolences.
Bob & Lois Hanzlik

Dear Carlson family,

My name is Rodolfo Ardon, I was notified today of the passing of Professor Carlson and I wanted to submit my condolences.

I met Professor Carlson back in the 1960's when he was my Doctoral Advisor at the University of Kansas.

It is fair to say that his friendship changed my life. I would not have achieved what I managed without his guidance and advice resulting in my completion of my PhD dissertation and ensuing professional life.

I owe him dearly and find myself heartbroken at the news of his passing.

Respectfully yours,

Rodolfo (Rudy)

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. And may the wonderful memories last forever.