William A. Carlson, age 54, passed away in Froedtert Memorial Hospital on Friday, September 12, 2014. He was born in Racine on December 14, 1959 the son of the late Charles and Betty (nee: Steberl) Carlson.
Bill has been employed as an Assistant Manager for Wal-Mart for the past 16 years. On October 13, 2004 he was united in marriage to the former Lisa Graney. Bill formerly attended Grace Church and more recently the A and D Bikers Ministry. He was a member of the Racine HOG Chapter. Next to his family & friends, Bill loved his Harley.
Surviving are his wife, Lisa; children, Staci Farrar of Swansea, IL; Josh (Marissa Hawkinson) Saaf-Carlson of Racine; Sara Carlson of West Allis; Alex (Christina) Durrant of Elburn, IL; grandchildren, Aidan, Peyton, Carter, Maddox, Aubree, and Baylee; brothers and sisters, Bob (Kristine) Carlson, Don (Lucy) Carlson, all of Racine; Kathy (Bill) Blomberg of Raymond and Sharon (Bill) Schroeder of Racine; father-in-law, Hank Graney of Elgin, IL; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Kathy (Jim) Higgins of Petersburg, IL; Kim (Dale) Lackey of Montgomery, IL; Jan (Lars) Nohling of Elgin, IL; Beth (Tim) Robbe of Wildwood, MO; and Greg (Judy) Graney of Mukwonago, WI. Bill’s nieces, nephews, other relatives, a host of friends, and co-workers survive him.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Martha Graney.
His funeral service will be held in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the family to establish a living memorial in his name.
Susan Ioanou-Silver says
Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss. Will be thinking of you over the next few days. If you need anything please let me know. Hugs, Susie
Kathy Harrington says
My dearest Friend Bill, You are a dear friend and you were fun to be around. You would always brighten up my day at work when things were going bad. I’m so glad that I got to know you. You will always have a place in my heart. You will truly be missed. Go rest high on that mountain. I will always remember the name you gave me at work. (wench) Good Bye my sweet friend.
Brett Mayfield says
He was a great man to work for and had a great personality to him.
Paulette says
Forever in our hearts and always in our thoughts and prayers.
Brian Wolfe says
I’m sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts, and prayers. Bill was a great friend, and co-worker, and will be deeply missed by many many people including myself. Rest in piece Bill.
Lynn Liston says
Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and the rest of the family. Bill will be so missed.
Dee McMahon says
Lisa,all your friends at curves are thinking of you at this very sad time. Our condolences to you and your family.
Joe Kortendick says
Bill you were one of the best managers I ever had and I still cannot believe you are gone. R.I.P
Anonymous says
Bill was an amazing manager at Walmart. He respected the crew and didn’t treat anyone like they were less than him. He smiled even when he was going through. Although we all may not understand the circumstances that ended his natural life, I do believe God was in total control of this situation. To his family, no it will not be easy but over time God will continue to give you the strength to go one, until you are all united once again.
karen edenhauser says
to the Carlson family, I am very sorry for your loss, the man up above need another special person, hugs to you all. Karen Edenahuser
Tom & Chris Perfetto says
Bill had a Heart of Gold and it shows with the Love everyone has for Him.
Vicki Thornton says
Bill you were a wonderful man.. you had the biggest heart and always had a smile on your face..for all the years I knew you.. I never seen you mad at anyone.. you always put a smile on my girls face also.. you will be missed my friend.. you will be missed