Richard Carlson
Passed: March 03, 2023
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Richard Carlson
Passed: March 03, 2023
Obituary
Richard (Rick) Carlson passed away peacefully on 03/03/23. Rick was born in Montclair, NJ to Carl “Allen” and Betty Carlson. Rick had two children (Patrick & Kelly) with former spouse Terry and became a stepfather to two children with wife Susan (Tara & Bryan). Rick was a loving son, brother, father, stepfather, grandfather of 8, uncle, son-in-law and brother-in-law. Rick attended Scottsdale Navajo Elementary, Scottsdale High School and Arizona State University. As a young boy, Rick grew up in Verona, NJ. He and his family came to Arizona around 1960.
Rick started a long banking career at the Valley National Bank of AZ in 1969 and held various managerial positions. Rick ended his banking career in 1998 at Bank One as a Senior Vice President and Executive Director and retired after 29 years in banking. After which he owned/operated a decorative glass business (closed during the economic downturn) and then worked at the Earnhardt Honda dealership in Avondale. He made many friends during his work career and appreciated every one of them.
Rick is survived by his wife of 35 years, Susan; children Patrick, Kelly, Tara and Bryan; grandchildren Samantha, Phoenix, Ava, Vincent, Vivian, Lilly, Natalie and Hayden. He was preceded in death by his parents Allen and Betty, brothers Dave and Jeff, sisters Debbie and Cynthia. Other close Carlson/Shepard relatives include Grandmother Wilma Shepard, Uncle Ken Shepard, Aunt Edith (Carlson) Schmied & Uncle Orville Schmied, Uncle Arthur Carlson and Aunt Ginnie Carlson, Aunt Louise (Carlson) Pearson & Uncle Paul Pearson and other family members.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the American Lung Association or Faith Hospice of Arizona.
A memorial service will be held at 3:30PM, Sunday, March 26 at Thompson Funeral Chapel.
4 responses to Richard Carlson
Karen Camilo says:
March 19, 2023
I have fond memories of Rick from early childhood when we all lived in Verona. I especially remember endless hours of play with Debbie at their house. Aunt Betty would feed us all pizza. Although distance separated us since then he remained a loved and loving cousin. I send my deepest sympathy to Susan and all of the family. I’m sure he will be missed.
Cathy Aspen says:
March 19, 2023
You have our prayers and sympathy for your loss. Paul and Cathy Aspen
David L. Case says:
March 22, 2023
We will miss you Rick, my friend since we were 13.
David Case
Bill LaJoie says:
April 11, 2023
It was always a pleasure speaking and working with you, Rick. Your presence made the whole operations center a more friendly and professional place. My fondest memory of you was the tour you took me on of your area. You made it a special place to work. Now you’re with the Lord and your work and suffering are behind you. I pray that as time passes Susan and all your loved ones hearts will be comforted knowing you are with Him.