Marian Robbins Carson

Colorado at the age of 91.

Marian was born to Charles and Else Robbins on March 5,

1923 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Marian worked at an elementary school as a music

teacher and was a florist before retiring.

Marian spent her childhood in Mesa, Clifton, and Fruitvale area and graduated

from Central High School. She then went to Mesa College and completed her

associate degree in grade school education. Marian also resided in Gunnison

for 14 years, and Delta for 25 years. Marian was a member of

the Delta United Methodist Church and was the Lay Leader for over 20 years. She received the Quiet Disciple Award from the Rocky Mountain Regional United Methodist Church in 2002.

Marian also served in the Women’s Army Air Corps (WACS) during WWII.

Marian enjoyed crafts of all kind, she was a Master Gardener in the Tri-County Extension Service. Marian and her late husband owned Delta Floral for 20 years.

Marian is preceded in death by her parents, and husband Elbert (Eb) Justin Carson, and a son Charles Bresser. Marian is survived by two sons: John Carson and Roy Carson of Grand Junction. One brother: Wes Robbins. Ms. Carson also leaves behind 5

grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

A Celebration on Life Service will be held on Saturday, August 23 at 1:30pm at

Martin Mortuary, and graveside service with military honors at 3:00pm at Memorial Gardens at 2970 North Avenue.

The Service will be followed by a reception at Martin Mortuary Rose Garden.

Arrangements under the direction of Martin Mortuary, Grand Junction, CO.