Richard Lowell Carlson, age 70 of Miles City, passed away on February 17, 2015 at the Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City.
Richard was born on November 21, 1944 in Alexandria, Virginia; the son of Cleo and Irena (Holmquist) Carlson. He grew up in the Truman, Minnesota area on the family farm. On March 30, 1966 he enlisted in the United States Army. During his service, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal; Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Parachute Badge and was a proud recipient of a Purple Heart. He truly was a war hero. He served his country proudly for three years and was honorably discharged on March 28, 1969. Richard moved back Truman, Minnesota, where he was a State Highway Patrol Trooper for a number of years, owned and operated his own trucking company, and even had his own farm. In 2007, Richard bought a house in Montana out at Moon Creek. On February of 2009 he met Andrea DeCosta and got married in June of 2009. Together they loved being out in the country together and watch all of the wild life from their deck. In 2010 they were informed about Richard’s cancer; and in 2014 due to health reasons they moved into Miles City. Richard loved his family. He was very proud of his children, and how his son Garth followed his footsteps in the United States Military. He loved his dog Roxy that he rescued from the animal shelter and the two were inseparable from the minute they met. Richard loved his church and church family as he never missed, no matter what the circumstances were. He was truly a kindred spirit and will be missed by all who knew him.
Richard is survived by his wife Andrea; his son Garth A. (Lori) Carlson; his daughters: Heather M. (Jason) Mangen and Miranda R. (Mo) Sarmiento; a brother Douglas (Mary) Carlson and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Cleo and Irena Carlson, and a grandson Aaron.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 23, 2015 with the family receiving friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Miles City. Interment with full military honors will follow in the Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery provided by VFW Post# 1579. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday February 23, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT
Interment with Full Military Honors
Following Services
Tuesday February 24, 2015
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, MT
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday February 23, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT
Interment with Full Military Honors
Following Services
Tuesday February 24, 2015
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, MT
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Diana Fink says
So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. He was a high school classmate and always brought a smile or a giggle to all who knew him. RIP old friend. God speed. Thank you for your service to our country. You will be missed.
Dennis Klingbile, Commander Post #2980 says
Deepest condolences to the family. Richard was a past commander and active lifetime member of the Ivanhoe VFW Post 2980.
Steve & Ann Atkinson says
Ann and I were saddend to hear of Richard’s passing. He was a great neighbor, and was alway’s willing to lend a helping hand. A very good natured soul, and we will miss him.
Terri & Rocky says
There are no words to say how sad this news makes us. Richard was a very dear and kind man who will be missed by many. You are no longer in pain so Spread your wings and fly with the Angels our Friend. We Will Miss You & Your Smile……….
Elaine Nichols says
Andrea and family, My deepest condolences for your loss. Please know that I am thinking of you and if I can do anything, I am here for you.
Steve Larson says
I wish I could have seen Richard at last year’s class reunion. My thoughts are with you and your family, Andrea. Keep the faith and look for Richard in the things you shared, people you loved together and the view from your deck.
Doug DeCosta says
Richard, was my Brother in Law, and he was a real American Hero, his Airborne service proved that in Viet Nam, but more over for me he brought my sister HOME! With many thanks and he’ll be missed I am sure by all that knew him. Old soldiers never die, their memory lives on, as they just fade away!
Wayne and Carola Moline says
Andrea and family, we will miss our neighbor, even though we didn’t know him well he was always very positive, and neighborly, please know our thoughts are with all of you through this difficult time. The Molines.
Ana Frugone says
Felizmente Andrea se ha consolado con un nuevo amor 13 años menor que ella. El es William Scott y están muy enamorados. Y mientras Andrea tenga dinero lo tendrá junto a ella.