James R. Carlson, beloved husband of Kathleen. Loving father of Matthew (Veronica) and Tracy Carlson (Brian White). Proud grandfather of Jasmine, Winston and Coleman Carlson and Quinn White. Dear brother of Jeri (Larry) Trawczynski and Thomas (Susann) Carlson. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. James served as Professor of Economics at Moraine Valley College, Executive Vice President of the Chicago Cemetery Corp., Regional Vice President of the Loewen Group, President of the Cemeteries Association of Greater Chicago and President of the Illinois Cemetery and Funeral Home Association. Funeral Service Monday 10:00 a.m. at Chapel Hill Gardens South Funeral Home, 11333 S. Central, Oak Lawn. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials to Salvation Army, 5040 N. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60630 would be appreciated. Info, 708-636-1200 or chapelhillgardenssouth.com.
