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Gerald S. Carlson

  • August 6, 1933 - January 12, 2011
  • Chesapeake, Virginia
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“To Jerry and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that all those who care for you are lifting you all up in prayer...Read More » ”
1 of 12 | Posted by: Angela Story - Chesapeake, VA

“My thoughts are with you and your family. ”
2 of 12 | Posted by: Suzanne Carter - Suffolk, VA

“To Jerry, It's just as, if not more, important to remember that Gerald Seymour Carlson was here, and that you and yours got to spend all of that...Read More » ”
3 of 12 | Posted by: Michael Ducharme - Toronto

“I'm so sorry of your loss Jerry. May God rest his wonderful soul.. ”
4 of 12 | Posted by: Gary Temes - Casa Grande, AZ

“Im sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Kit Carlson. I know he was very special to his family! Attending the same church for so many years, I was able...Read More » ”
5 of 12 | Posted by: Betty - Doylestown, PA

“Uncle Gerald was the best and I have nothing but great memories of him. As kids, we couldn't wait for his visits to Miami. He loved playing the...Read More » ”
6 of 12 | Posted by: Rick Carlson - Woodstock, GA

“Mr. Carlson, You will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers to your family and loved ones. I have only know you for 4 years but have felt...Read More » ”
7 of 12 | Posted by: Princess Hepner - Chesapeake, VA

“Our thoughts are with you and your family Viola. ”
8 of 12 | Posted by: Patty McCormic - Chesapeake, VA

“I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come. May you be sustained by...Read More » ”
9 of 12 | Posted by: Carla Lasky - Dunn, NC

“My prayers and love go out to you all, Aunt Vi, Jerry, Jason, Laura, and Amber. May God grant you His Grace and Strength and Comfort. Please know...Read More » ”
10 of 12 | Posted by: Frances Wakefield - Eckley, CO

“Gerald was very much apart of our family when I was growing up. My mom (Geraldine, his twin sister)& Gerald were very close. They liked the same...Read More » ”
11 of 12 | Posted by: Johanna Young - Asheville,, NC

“I am so sorry for your loss if you guys need to talk or need any thing i am here for you guys! Love, Ashley ”
12 of 12 | Posted by: Ashley - VA


Gerald S. "Kit" Carlson, 77, of the 300 block of Gallenway Terrace, Chesapeake, VA, passed away January 12, 2011, in his home. A native of Reading, PA, he was the son of the late Adolph and Harriet Carlson. He retired from the United States Marine Corps, having served in Vietnam. He was a member of the DAV Chapter 20 and attended Great Bridge Church of Christ. Kit is survived by his wife, Viola I. Carlson; four children, Laura Clark and husband John of Hampton, VA, Gerald M. Carlson of Portsmouth, VA, Jason D. Carlson and wife Lindsey of Chesapeake, VA and Amber N. Carlson of Chesapeake, VA; five granddaughters, Ashley, Amy, Allison, Victoria and Kayleigh; a sister, Anna Mae Lotz of Maryland; a brother, Fred Carlson of Iowa; a brother-in-law, Rollan Green of South Carolina; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a twin sister, Geraldine Green; and two brothers, James and George Carlson. A funeral service will be conducted Saturday at 4 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel with Rev. Gary Unsworth officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service. A graveside service with full Marine Corps honors will be held Thursday, January 20, 2011, at 11 a.m. at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.