Roger Lee Carlson
January 10, 1953 - September 16, 2020
Roger Lee Carlson, age 67, of Webster, died peacefully surrounded by his family after a short but heroic battle with cancer on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, MN. Roger was born on January 10, 1953 in Minneapolis, to Allan and Shirley (Turner) Carlson. He attended and graduated from Chaska High School and went on to attend the University of Minnesota Duluth and Hennepin Vo-tech. He furthered his welding career at the Ocean Research Institute in Los Angeles, California, studying commercial deep sea diving and specializing in underwater welding, repairing ocean going vessels. Roger was also a certified diving instructor. Roger served in both the Us Army and Navy before marrying his wife, Judy Wherley on July 3, 1976 at Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Chaska. Roger was a welder and worked the majority of his career as a construction foreman for Fabcon and Cherne Contracting, both in Savage. Roger was a proud member of the Laborers Local 563 and BAC Local 1 unions. Roger could be rough around the edges at times, but had a big heart when it came to his family and friends. He especially enjoyed catching walleye at the cabin, riding his one of a kind Harley, cruising in his 1955 Chevy Panel truck, smoking ribs for family and friends, and he enjoyed traveling.
Roger is survived by his wife, Judy; children, Jessica (Jeremy) Goettl of Montgomery, Joshua (Lisa) Carlson of Lonsdale, Clayton (Brandi) Carlson of Northfield; grandchildren, Luke & Kate, Owen & Grace; siblings, David (Victoria) Carlson of Lake Jackson, Texas, Margo (Dean) Hamilton of Corona de Tucson, Arizona, Jim Carlson of Chanhassen. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 10:00 AM at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Veseli with Father John Lapensky officiating. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, attendees are limited and masks and social distances are required. Burial will take place at Fort Snelling National Cemetery on Tuesday, September 29th at 10:30 AM.
So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Judy and family
So sorry for your loss . I just heard of his illness and it Must have progressed quickly. He really was a kind soul – one of a kind for sure!! Loved working with him at Cherne.
RIP Roger!
Judy and family,
Very sorry to hear about Roger. He was one of a kind. I will miss him dearly.
Judy and Family,
So sad to hear about Roger. You have our sympathy.
Sending hugs and prayers and hope to see you some day soon.
Sincere condolences to the family. After not seeing Roger for many years it was a pleasure to reconnect with him this past year
Judy: Sorry to hear about the passing of Roger. Our Condolences to you and your Family.
Our heartfelt prayers to the family of Roger. We will miss our times together at Mille Lacs going back and forth and enjoying each other’s company and families. May you feel God’s comfort during this difficult time. Our love and support are with you. Jim and Carolyn Severson
I am so sorry Judy,I cannot find words to help you,I know how painful it is to lose a loved one,please take care of yourself
I am so sad and sorry
Dear Judy and Family:
We cannot find words to convey how sad we are that Roger has passed. Please know we are thinking about you and pray the memories you keep and the love you feel surrounding and supporting you help you find comfort.
So sorry to hear Judy!!!
So sorry. Hugs to all. So young, so fast. Rosemarie and Dave Campbell.
Thoughts and prayers to Judy and boys at This time of lost !
Judy and family! Our heartfelt sympathy.
Ken and Kathy Pedersen
Uncle Roger you will missed deeply. Your laugh, your smile and your zest for adventure!!! Until we meet again. Love ya!!!!
Judy. I am at a loss for words. My deepest sympathies.
RIP Roger.. Judy and Family, deepest sympathies to all..
I am so very sorry for your loss. An amazing man who treated me like his very own while we grew up and beyond. My love and prayers to my darling friend Jess, Judy and the whole family. May he have eternal rest and may you take heart knowing that he loved you all, beyond measure. Love and hugs ❤️
May you rest in peace Roger have great memories of you a man with a big heart ❤️ I’m sorry for the loss of your husband your father and your grandfather my heart goes out to you Judy and your family ❤️
Dad you are so missed! I will love you forever and always use all you taught me.
We will miss you Rog. Love
See you again one day
Sending much love.. My heart is broken..
Sending all of our love to your family ❤️
Dad we will miss you! Thanks for everything you’ve taught us and given us over the years!!!!!
Judy ad family we are sad about t he death of Roger . We will continue to pray for all of you. God Bess .Please accept our deepest sympathy. Sheila and Colleen McLafferty