Obituary of Alan Jean Carlson

ALAN CARLSON Alan J. Carlson passed away on June 8, 2012 at home in Skamania at the age of 64. He was born on January 16, 1948 in Milbank, SD. He left South Dakota in 1965 and joined the Army in 1968. After his service he traveled and worked various jobs. Alan settled in Skamania in 1985. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gunnar and Jeanne Carlson and brother, John Carlson. He is survived by his wife, Jackie Rutter of Skamania; sister, Wendy & Waylon, Smith of Skamania; and brother, Kerry Carlson of Washougal. A private family service will be held later. His ashes will be inurned at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland. Straub's Funeral Home & Columbia River Cremation in Camas was in charge of the arrangements. To send condolences or to sign the online guest book please visit www.straubsfuneralhome.com.