In 1969, she moved to Omaha where she attended Metropolitan Community College and then served that college as a secretary from 1973 to 1983. She moved back to Fremont in 1983 and has lived here the past 25 years.
Always active in church, she taught Bible classes until age 86, and was very active in the ladies circles in the Saronville Lutheran Church, Trinity Lutheran Church in Omaha, and in Salem Lutheran Church in Fremont.
She was preceded in death by her husband Clarence 'Pat' Carlson in 1968 and 2 Sisters.
Survivors: 2 sons - Rev. Marlin and wife Joanne Carlson of Brookfield, Wisconsin
Dr. Gary and wife Sharon Carlson of Fremont
1 daughter - Darlene and husband Gary Pebley of Fremont
4 grandchildren
2 great grandchildren
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, February 29th, at 11 AM in the Salem Lutheran Church, Fremont, with Vicar Diana Kuhl officiating. A private family committal will be held in Memorial Cemetery. There is no public visitation.
In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established to Midland Lutheran College and to Salem Lutheran Church for its radio broadcasts.
Condolences(6)
Sheila Mildrum
Fremont, NE Thursday, February 28, 2008 To the family of Alverda Carlson, You have my deepest sympathy. Your mother will be greatly missed. I will never forget her kindnesses to me when my mother passed away. Alverda was such a motherly person and I will miss her. God bless all of you. Sincerely, Sheila Mildrum MLC Mail Clerk/Operator and member of Salem Lutheran ChurchJoyce Humann
Valley, NE Wednesday, February 20, 2008 I have had a light added to my life through knowing Alverda. Although it was a short time at Orchard Gardens she truly added happiness to the days. As she smiles down on family may your hearts feel the joy and love she sends. A friend JoyceGloria Doerneman
Uehling, NE Monday, February 18, 2008 Our thourghts and prayers are with you and your family. I know my mom thought an awful lot of your mom when they were neighbors at the Stanton Towers. She was always so thoughtful and friendly also when I was visiting my mom. God Bless You.John Ilgenfritz
Helena, MT Monday, February 18, 2008 My condolences to Darlene, Gary and Marvin on the loss of your mother. Words are inadequate as such times, however, I wanted to let you know that an old friend and former classmate held you all in his prayers and thoughts. Sincerely and with love, John IlgenfritzJohn Ilgenfritz
Helena, MT Monday, February 18, 2008 My condolences to Darlene, Gary and Marvin on the loss of your mother. Words are inadequate as such times, however, I wanted to let you know that an old friend and former classmate held you all in his prayers and thoughts. Sincerely and with love, John IlgenfritzGeorgia Eckert
Fremont, NE Monday, February 18, 2008 We were so sorry to hear of the death of your mother. I know she meant the world to you. May God comfort you at this difficult time and in the days ahead.