Courtney Carlson, 90, of the Baylor, MT community passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at the Francis Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, MT.
Courtney was born to parents Arthur Carlson and Amy Watkins Carlson on September 2, 1926 in the family home in the Baylor community. He attended school in Baylor and Opheim as a member of the graduating class of 1945.
Courtney married Harriet Ann Edwards of Opheim, MT on November 22, 1947. They settled on the Carlson family farm, where Courtney and Harriet raised four children and actively farmed until they retired in 1989. Courtney continued to live on his farm until his passing.
Courtney was proceeded in death by his wife Harriet, Brother Cecil, and his father and mother, Art and Amy Carlson.
Courtney is survived by his daughters Shari, Vicki and Kathy, and a son, Corey. Courtney also leaves behind 9 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service for Courtney Carlson will be held Monday, July 3, 2017 at 10:00 AM in the Bell Mortuary Chapel in Glasgow, MT, with internment to follow in the Highland Cemetery.
The family requests that donations be directed to the Opheim Ambulance Service.
Dawn Nelson says
Courtney was one in a million! I will miss him for his big heart and his great sense of humor! My sincerest sympathy to Courtney’s family during this difficult time. May the memories you hold close to your hearts give you strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Lee Carlson, a nephew says
a quote from a nephew
A beautiful memory, dearer than gold
Of an Uncle whose worth can never to told
There’s a place in my heart on one can fill
I miss you Uncle, and always will.
Courtney’s favorite used quote
Life goes on.
Larry Lee says
We never met Courtney personally, but have been told what a wonderful spirit he was. Wish we couls have. God bless the family, and friends that will fellowship in July as they lay Mr. Courtney to rest. With much love and respect.
Tyler Pittenger, Family Friend says
Courtney was like a grandfather to me. As a kid, I remember frequently visiting his farm to fish for trout in the pond behind his house. His knowledge of engines and Volkswagen’s became particularly valuable as I grew up and started driving my own ’81 VW. I could always count on him for advice on any small engine I was working on. I enjoyed stopping by his house on the way to Glasgow to “chew the fat”. His wit and sense of humor were unmatched. I received great joy from listening to his latest jokes (which were usually dirty) and I think he received just as much joy in telling them as he usually laughed louder than his audience. He would share stories of the farm, growing potatoes, and his cats, which I think served as a source of entertainment and torment for him as he joked about how contemptuous they would sometimes act toward him. Courtney will be dearly missed and my heart goes out to his family during this tough time.
Dan Carr says
I had the honor of knowing Courtney for several years . Whenever you seen him coming one would instantly become uplifted with that sincere smile and fun words that you knew were soon to come .
I also knew and worked with his son ( one of many bosses 🙂 ) . Cory also is a reflection of the personalty that his Pa passed on to him , He was always looking out for the employees and trying to do his best to try to be sure the team was being treated fairly .
Although health prevented me from driving and getting out for many months I still feel saddened not to be able to say goodbye . I’ll get my chance to say howdy again ( hopefully not for many years ) knowing i’ll have to stand in line to say howdy my friend . God Bless you and your sisters Cory , you have always been a dependable friend .