Douglas R. Carlson, age 73, of Webster, South Dakota and formerly of Cambridge passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully at his home in Webster, SD, April 27, 2013. A graveside inurnment is planned for Thursday, MAY 23rd at 12:00 noon at Cambridge Lutheran Cemetery. Fellowship to follow at the church after the brief service. Memorials are suggested to Area 4 Senior Nutition Program, 507 Main Street, Webster, SD 57274.
Douglas R. Carlson was born November 22, 1939 in Grandy, Minnesota. He was a 1957 high school graduate of Cambridge High School and a veteran of the United States Navy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Carlson and Frances Carlson (Halverson). He is survived by his son, Bradley Carlson (Donna) of Apple Valley, MN; daughter Dr. Stephanie Carlson of Rochester, MN; brother Stephen Carlson (Carol) of Webster, SD; granddaughters Paige and Lauren Carlson; special friend and long-time partner Deanna Johnson of Webster, SD and her immediate and extended family; and many other friends and family in both Minnesota and South Dakota. He will be missed by everyone that knew him.