Gerald "Jerry" Carson

Gerald "Jerry" Carson, 102, beloved husband and best friend for 20+ years to the late Ruth Carson, nee Pearlman and for 50+ years to the late Violet Fox Carson; devoted father of Jeffrey Carson and Glenn (Barbara) Carson; proud grandfather of Nicki (Mark) Federman, Adam (Lisa) Carson, Diane Carson, and the late Noah Carson; dedicated great-grandfather of Emma Federman, Ari Federman, Sydney Carson and Keegan Carson; loving son of the late Louis and Gilda Cohn; caring brother of the late Marilyn (and the late Fred) Appelman.

Jerry was a man who loved to work and passed onto others his amazing work ethic. He always enjoyed being in charge. He was a business owner for many years, and even after he sold his business, he continued to work for others to increase their sales. He truly understood the art of how to achieve success in business. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Arboria of Long Grove, www.arboriaoflonggrove.com. A private graveside service will be held.

Livestream information: on Friday, December 4, at 2:50 p.m., search for the Weinstein & Piser funeral home Facebook page through Facebook or Google, then scroll down to Jerry's name, and click on it. For info: Call Weinstein & Piser funeral home, at (847) 256-5700.