Charles O. “Chuck” Carlson, age 68, of Kenosha was called home by the Lord on Tuesday, August 1, 2017.

Born in Kenosha on March 22, 1949, he was the son of the late Oliver and Jeannette (Tomczak) Carlson.

On August 21, 1976, in Zion, IL, he was united in marriage to Shirley Jung and together they built a loving home for family and friends.

He owned and operated Chuck’s Appliance Repair for over 30 years.

Chuck was a God fearing man. He lived his life with the biggest devotion to his family. His passion was making Sunday Dinners and serving others. He enjoyed spending time deer hunting with his sons.

Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Shirley Carlson; his children, Kathleen Powell, Shannon (Stacey) Carlson, Shereen (Samuel) Woods, Charles O. “Charlie” Carlson II, Rachel (Brian) Buckner, Jacyln (Keith) Spears, David (Kami) Carlson, Steven Carlson and Emily Carlson. He was lovingly known as “Papa Da” to 14 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

He is further survived by his two brothers, David “Skip” Carlson and James “Jim” (Judy) Carlson; brother-in-law, Robert “Terry” Hayes; and many loving nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, his sister, Diane “Didi” Hayes, preceded him in death.