Carmella "Millie" Carlson

this world to be with her Lord on November 10,

2013 after an extended illness. She leaves behind a

trove of memories to be treasured by all who have

known her since her birth April 26, 1927 in

Philadelphia, PA. She was predeceased by her

beloved husband, William Gustav Carlson (Bill),

her eldest daughter Linda Gunn, and her daughterinlaw,

Jackie Carlson.

Millie spent her entire adult life dedicated to her

family, which she loved above all else but her

Catholic faith. Her children, other family and

friends were her entire focus until her children were

grown. She then dedicated her time to her work at

Sears from which she retired, leaving many friends

who still miss her. Millie’s favorite times including

cooking (especially her famous crabs and spaghetti)

for her family and many friends, rooting for the

Gators, fishing on Crescent Lake, and playing the

slot machines (at which she had uncanny luck!).

She leaves to mourn her loss her loving family

including two sons, Gus and Bill (Dana) Carlson,

her daughter, Debbie (Jim) Manning, nine

grandchildren, Lamar (Sarah Lynn) Williams, Trey

(Mimi) Gunn, MiLaura Williams, Patrick (Mary)

Carlson, Chris (Jessica) Gunn, Caroline (Nathan)

Vickery, Caitlyn Carlson, Josh Manning, and

Travis Manning, and one great grandchild, Harry

Williams. Her friends are too numerous to mention

because of her infectious outgoing personality.

Arrangements are under the care of HardageGiddens

Oaklawn Chapel and Cemetery (904) 7377171.

Viewing for family and friends will be at

Christ the King Catholic Church 742 Arlington Rd.,

Jacksonville on Tuesday, November 12, from five

p.m. to sixthirty p.m., followed by a Rosary at

sixthirty p.m. Services will be at the same location

at eleven a.m. on Wednesday, November 13,

followed by interment at HardageGiddens

Greenlawn Cemetery located 4300 Beach

Boulevard, Jacksonville. Memorial contributions

may be made Christ the King Catholic Church and

Give Kids the World www.gktw.org