Burpee, Carpenter & Hutchins Funeral Home

ROCKLAND - Alfred C. Carlson, 62, died peacefully at home, Friday, May 1, 2015.

Born in Rockland, December 31, 1952, he was the son of Gustuv H., Sr. and Ethel L. Morse Carlson. Educated locally, Alfred was a 1972 graduate of Rockland District High School.

He has been employed with many local businesses over the years, and was proud to have earned his CDL in January of 2004. Most recently he has been employed with Northport Boat Yard.

Alfred enjoyed kayaking, playing pool and cards with his friends. He was also an accomplished bowler, bowling for many years on ‘The Carlson’s Team’, a league team consisting of all of his brothers. Alfred’s sister said, ‘he was a kind and gentle soul and will always be their baby brother.’

Predeceased by his parents; two sisters, Arline Springer and Florence VanHoek; and a brother Richard Carlson, Alfred is survived by his brothers, Robert Carlson of Rockland, Gustuv H. Carlson, Jr. of Warren, Roger Carlson and his wife Sheila, Donald Carlson and his wife Catherine all of Rockland; his sister, Sonja Staples of Lincolnville, Hilma Meklin of Thomaston, Norma Davee and her husband Bob of Camden, Judith Carlson of Thomaston, Karen Carlson Gerard and her husband Jim of Rockland; as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friends.

Family and friends are invited to visit from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., Friday, May 15, 2015 with a Celebration of his life immediately following at 3:00, at Burpee, Carpenter & Hutchins Funeral Home, 110 Limerock Street, Rockland. The Reverend David English will officiate. Private interment will be at a later date at Achorn Cemetery.