Mary Carlson

Mary F. Carlson, age 67, of Trade Lake died September 9, 2010 at her home. Mary was born on November 29, 1942 in Rush City, Minnesota to Louis and Nora Hansen. Mary graduated from Grantsburg High School in 1961. She married George on April 14, 1962 at the Trade River Evangelical Free Church. They owned and operated the House of Music in Rice Lake for several years before retiring. Mary enjoyed playing the piano and spending time in her garden. She also took time to enjoy baking, traveling, sewing and doing crafts. Mary was preceded in death by her parents and infant brother. Mary is survived by her husband George; her children Bev (Dan) Dahlberg, Kenneth (Wendy) Carlson; her brothers Pete (Lois) Hansen, Dave (Sue) Hansen, Mike (April) Hansen; sisters Elizabeth (Dale) Tyberg, Jean (Dave) Francis; grandchildren Nicole, Ben, Lucy, Josh (Khristeen), Matt, Becky; great grandchildren Conner and Carter; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 14, 2010 from 5-7 PM at the church. Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 12:00 PM (visitation 11-12 PM) at Trade River Evangelical Free Church with Pastor Dale VanDeusen officiating. Music will be provided by pianist Robert Nelson. Interment will be held at Trade River Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.