

Doug was born on September 27, 1948 to Marguerite (Deichsel) and Leo Carlson in Minneapolis, MN. He was a 1966 graduate of Duluth East High School and went on to receive his Masters Degree from UWS.
Doug was united in marriage to Cheryl Goad on September 12, 1970. They were happily married for over 42 years.
Doug held a multitude of positions during his 41 years of service at Goodwill Industries, including: Assistant Director, Counselor, Rehabilitation Services Manager, and Safety Director.
Doug was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He enjoyed traveling and sports and was an avid bowler and golfer. First and foremost, he loved his family, spending time with friends, and a good joke.
He is preceded in death by his parents; mother and father in-laws, Bill and Wini Goad; and brother-in-law, Jerry Goad.
Doug is survived by his wife, Cheryl; sons, Ryan (Ashley) Carlson of Solon Springs, WI, and Nathan Carlson of Minneapolis, MN; grandsons, Tanner and Brody; brother, Kevin (Terry) Carlson of Simsbury, CT; sister, Linda (Hermie) Haavik of Ketchum, ID; nephews, Darrin Goad and his son, Jared; also Cody Carlson, Tory and Rune Haavik; and his many loved and close friends.
Visitation: 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. Funeral Service on Tuesday, January 8, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1108 E 8th St., in Duluth.
To leave a memory of Doug or words of support, please visit www.bellbrothersjarvidowd.com
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