John David Carlson
September 11, 1936 - August 16, 2014
Carlson, John D., 77, of Placentia, California, treasured husband of Frances (Nee Jagman), passed peacefully in his sleep on August 16, 2014 after a courageous 3 year battle with MDS (myelodysplastic syndromes). He was born on September 11, 1936 and was the eldest son of the late David and Ruth Carlson, devoted brother to William (deceased) and David. Loving father to John (Michelle), Catherine (Steve), and Matt [Charleen (deceased)] and beloved Grandpa to Amanda, Ashley, Lindsay, Audrey, Matthew, Autumn, Zachary, and Jacob; and Great-Grandpa to Evan. John was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois and relocated to California in 1980. He was a pressman for R. R. Donnelley and Sons for 33 years. A private family gathering will be held at a later date. John's family asks that in lieu of flowers you consider making a donation in his memory to the MDS Foundation. The link is made available below.
Carlson, John D., 77, of Placentia, California, treasured husband of Frances (Nee Jagman), passed peacefully in his sleep on August 16, 2014 after a courageous 3 year battle with MDS (myelodysplastic syndromes). He was born on September 11,... View Obituary & Service Information