Ronald Carlson Obituary
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Johanna Runnels
July 21, 2011
We were sorry to hear of the loss of Ron Carlson. He was someone we admired and we appreciated his ministry. However, his loss as husband, father, and grandfather I know has left a deeper sorrow and I pray that the inexplicable and powerful comfort of the Holy Spirit will comfort and sustain you. I lost my own father suddenly at 45 on this same day in 1966 and know the power of the Comforter.
July 19, 2011
I've been blessed by Ron's ministry and we are thankful to him for being such a great witness for God. He taught me and my family through his ministry. Not surprised God wanted to take him home to Him.
Sonia Ramos-Olivieri
July 19, 2011
Wow, I'm grateful for Dr. Ron Carlson's teaching. It had tremendously equipped me to bring the good news to friends and family! I offer my sincere condolences to the family!
Sophia Isaac
July 7, 2011
God Bless your family Dr. Carlson. You have become such an inspiration to thousands of people around the world. We will never forget you and are so blessed to have met you this year at our church-Shelter Cove, in Modesto California. My son Jonathan (16) and I were blessed to have sat at the seminar which you presented the truth without excuse. I know that you are with the Lord and I know that The Lord has welcomed you "His good and faithful servant" into heaven.
Our condolences to your family. Sophia D. Isaac
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AFA AFR
July 7, 2011
We at American Family Association and American Family Radio are so very sorry to hear of Ron's passing, but know that he is with the Lord! He will be sorely missed! May God bless you all!
Your friends at AFA / AFR
Don Kearley
July 6, 2011
I will miss hearing Dr. Carlson speak about the truth of God's existence and the loved expressed in His Son. Dr. Carlson did not mince words but was always careful to extend the love of Christ. I am sad that you all have lost Ron and I am thrilled that he has entered the presence of the Lord he served so faithfully.
Betty and David King
July 2, 2011
Marge, Jason and Jared- We are in total shock to hear of Ron's death. What a wonderful man to know at Chapel Hill Academy so many years ago. What memories! It was truly our honor. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. We are sending our love and prayers to your family and hope that one of these days we'll get back to Minneapolis to cry with you in person.
Bill Petsch
July 2, 2011
Jered, I'm sorry to hear of your fathers death. I happen to tune into a replay of Understanding the Times program and they were talking about your father. I was inspired by his teachings, and books. My prayers to you and your family. God Bless
Bill & Joyce Petsch
June 29, 2011
Ron will be missed by friends and family, but we rejoice in that he is with the Lord he so faithfully served. He was a blessing to the body of Christ with his clear teaching on discerning truth.
Sandra Tanner, Utah Lighthouse Ministry (Salt Lake City, Ut)
Bill & Robin Otterbine
June 28, 2011
The Carlson Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you for the loss of such an inspiration to many in he touched in this world. My husband and I truly loved to hear Ron speak and his word provided so much clarity and understanding for us. We at Crossroads in GP, TX. will dearly miss him and hope to have the chance to hear Jason and Jered soon. We loved him dearly.
May you find peace as he rests in the palm of our Lord's hands in eternal peace.
Shauna Pavao
June 28, 2011
We had Dr. Carlson speak at our church here in Leamington, Ontario Canada. What an awesome servant of God. We were so blessed to have him apart of our church family for the week he was there and know he will be sadly missed by so many. May his family find peace in the eternal life he now shares with his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. God Bless,
June 27, 2011
Marge,Jason, Jered and family,
I was so sorry to hear about Ron's death. He was truly a blessing to the body of Christ and will be missed greatly. As a pastor I enjoyed having him speak at our church and referred to his work when I needed guidance in the area of the cults and non-Christian religions. We want you to know that he was loved and our prayers and thoughts will be with you and your family.
Pastor Dave Parsons
Community Life Pastor
Golden Hills Church, Brentwood,CA.
Delta Cavner
June 27, 2011
I first met Dr. Carlson at a Worldview Weekend where we purchased everything on his order sheet. My son and I have since listened over and over to his CDs and DVDs. We have been so touched and encouraged by his love for the Lord and his love for those who do not know the Lord.
Kristen Boysen
June 27, 2011
I only was able to meet Ron a few times - and have fond memories of visiting your cabin with the Daniel's family. My thoughts and prayers have been with you, Carlson family, as you grieve the loss of such a wonderful husband and father.
Steve Strickland
June 26, 2011
Dr. Carlson and his teaching have meant so much to my son and I ever since he led our mission's conference here at Woodland Park Baptist Church in 2009. God forever changed us through Ron's skill in apologetics by giving us the tools we needed to defend the faith in a world of "spiritual" confusion. I can still hear Ron saying,"You don't want to miss tomorrow night!" We pray for the family during this time of great sorrow. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Carol Southworth
June 25, 2011
Dear Carlson Family,
I have such fond memories of Ron and his father, Harold. They were both my instructors at Ecola Bible School situated on the grounds of the Cannon Beach Conference Center. Each time they returned to the Conference center as conference speakers or Ecola insjtructors, they took the time to find me in the kitchen. Ron would encourage me and tell me that he was praying for me. Their warm caring smiles and kind words are cherished memories during those 16 yerar. I look forward to more chats in heaven. Until then Ron and Harold's powerful witness continues to live on in lives across the globe.
Mary DiMassi
June 25, 2011
I am sure he was greeted with "Come Up Here...Well Done, Good & Faithful Servant". May the deep Peace of our Saviour comfort those who are mourning, and after we mourn may He turn our mourning into rejoicing!
mary
June 25, 2011
Dr. Carlson was one man in a mega million as he was a brilliant reflection of the light of Christ. Jesus taught me and so many others a great deal through him. He will be missed dearly.
David Clark
June 24, 2011
Dear Marge and family,
I want to express my sincere sympathy to you and Ron's ministry. He was truly a giant in the field of Christian apologetics and evangelism. I found out about Ron's work after contact with the late Dr. Walter Martin's ministry in the early 1970's. The quality of his information and teachings about cults and expertise from the Bible were first rate. Jesus told his disciples to feed his sheep and in our day Ron did this with great distinction. He will be sorely missed and he is now in a much better place for "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord". Ron has truly entered into the joy of the Lord whom he truly loved and left an earthly legacy for the Glory of God.
Prayerfully yours,
David Clark
June 24, 2011
God has beckoned home one of his saints, and as we know, precious is the homegoing of God's children. While you sorrow, it is not without hope but is with the joyful anticipation of being reunited once again for all eternity with Ron. Ron's ministry unto the Lord touched an uncountable number of people, and with his sons continuing to maintain his internet presence, potentially millions of others can be blessed of the Lord through Christian Ministries International. May God's comfort be yours in abundance! Yours because of Christ's love . . . Bracy Ball (for WordTruth.net)
Rene Massey
June 23, 2011
I am so saddened to hear of Dr. Carlson's passing. I met him and heard him speak here in Wilmington, NC just a couple years ago at a Worldview Weekend conference. He was a brilliant man and had a heart to teach and see others understand a Biblical worldview. The Christian community will miss him dearly. My condolences to all of his family. I know you all must be in shock.
Andrew Schock
June 23, 2011
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June 23, 2011
Dear Carlson Family, We are so saddened to learn of the passing of Ron, a great man of God. We knew him from Grace Church of Edina several years ago and admired his tenacity to truth and willingness to preach boldly, May the light of Jesus Christ that shone so brightly through Ron bring comfort to you now. You will be with him again. Praise be to the Lord. With Love, Roger and Judy Hill and family, Mesa, AZ.
Cynthia Storrs
June 23, 2011
We were stunned and saddened to hear about Ron's death. He was the reason Don and I got to Fair Oaks, where we were so encouraged and supported in the ministry by Ron's father, Harold. I can only be happy thinking of both Ron and Harold being together again, and better yet, being together with Jesus. Marge, I don't know if we ever meet, but you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. In Him -- Cyd and Don Storrs
June 23, 2011
Dear Marge, Jason & Jared,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Praying that God will give you strength as you trust in Him.
Randy & Cheryl Stauter
Aitkin, MN
June 23, 2011
Dear Carlson Family,
We remember Ron's teaching ministry to Fair Oaks Church when his Dad, Harold, was our Senior Pastor. May God's promises and love bring you much comfort and peace during these difficult days.
With Sympathy,
John and Wilma Pickrell
Concord, CA
Phil Dahlof
June 23, 2011
I knew Ron as a man who not only spoke God's truth wherever he went, but he lived it in his actions! What an amazing heart for ALL people Ron had. Grace and peace to you Marge, Jason, Jared and all the family in this great time of loss. We love you guys.
Bonnie Stedman
June 23, 2011
I am so sorry Marge, Jason, and Jared. Praying the Lord is comforting you and your family.
Dave & Valerie Pahr
June 22, 2011
Dear Carlson family, we are sorry for the sudden loss of Ron. May the Lord provide comfort to you during this time. Blessings to you.
LaNell McGuire
June 22, 2011
Marge, I am so very sorry and stunned to hear about Ron. It may sound silly, but I always enjoyed seeing and catching up with him whenever one of your shades was broken. He was always just the kindest person. LaNell McGuire, Hayward, WI
Paul Weston
June 22, 2011
Sorry to hear about Ron, I know he is with the Lord. He has been a good friend from the time we worked together at Forest Home. We had contact for years after when he came to Hume lake to speak, when I was working there in program. I thank God that we were able to have time together at the Forest Home Reunion. My continued prayers are with his wife and family. Paul Weston, Hemet Ca. 909-241-3614
June 22, 2011
Dr. Ron Carlson came to Wilmington, NC in 2009 due to our ministry working with Brannon Howse on a Christian Worldview Weekend. He was a pleasure to communicate and get to know. He is a giant in spiritual leadership and to folks like Brannon and surely his family. Our prayers and thoughts with you as go through this time of great loss and unexpected grief.
May the Holy Spirit comfort your family and hold you in His great Shalom.
Prayerfully,
Carla J Roberts on behalf of Yahweh Center Children's Village
Wilmington, NC
June 22, 2011
We send our prayers and thoughts to Marge and the boys, from Scottsdale Arizona. Dan always enjoyed the whole Carlson family so much, and I just want you to know how much we always thought of our wonderful neighbors,
So sorry for your loss, Dan Dole, and Gail Dole (previously of Eden Praire, superior terrace)
Teresa (Hirschberg) Madsen
June 22, 2011
I grew up with all of the Carlson family. I remember Ron's dad baptized my sister and I. Ron was very special to us and always has. I was so shocked to hear of his passing. We have great memories of him and his family. Ron was a great guy and a lot of fun to be with and around. He will be missed. He was such a man of God. Loved his smile. Our prayers to his family and may God Bless you all.
Julie Hill
June 22, 2011
I learned so much under Ron's teaching when he taught at Grace Church. What a man of great knowledge, wisdom and faith! My heart goes out to the family at his sudden home going. It is no mystery to the Lord why He called Ron home at this time but in our human minds it seems too soon. Praying for Marge and the rest of the Carlson family during this difficult time. Love In Christ, Julie Hill
Kara Honaker
June 22, 2011
Dear family of Ronald Carlson, I was very touched by your father when he came to Chippewa Valley Bible Church this year to preach for three days. We attended every night and I was very moved by his preaching. Someday I will read all his written work. Just to let you know that your father will be remembered by many and he touched the lives of many by preaching the word of God. Our hearts will forever be changed by Ronald Carlson, we will miss him greatly and was very blessed to have him in our church!
Barbara Jones
June 22, 2011
It was a blessing to meet Ron Carlson and hear him speak at Worldview in Branson, MO. His ministry was so helpful and very much needed. May the Lord comfort and sustain his family during this time of sadness.
Rich Selby
June 21, 2011
Thank you so much for the years of teaching and preaching the Gospel. You impacted my growth in Christ beyond words. Although we never met in person, I was able to listen to you by podcast and read your works. May God bless you richly.
Jan Morse (Murra)
June 21, 2011
I also grew up with Ron, Jim & Julie at Lakewood First Baptist. The Carlson family was the heart of the church and we missed them when Pastor Carlson accepted God's call to another church family. As I heard about Ron and his growing ministry through the years I was honored that "I knew him when...". He was at a church about 45 minutes away a few months ago but I found out too late to go. I found his website and sent him a brief note of greeting, never expecting a reply. To my surprise, Ron responded warmly within just a few hours. I planned to go the next time he was in the area, but I was "busy" once again, thinking I could catch him next time around. I am deeply sorry for this loss to the Carlson family and for the loss of this warm, caring and loving man. I am sure he has already heard "well done good & faithful servant" from his Lord. He will be greatly missed.
Neel Roberts
June 21, 2011
Sorry to hear about Dr. Carlson passing away. He was an excellent speaker and I learned alot from him. May the Lord richly bless him!
Bob & Vicki King
June 21, 2011
Our hearts have been so heavy since learning of Dr. Carlson's death. If we are feeling such shock, we can't even imagine how his family is feeling. We were honored to meet Dr. Carlson two years ago at the Lamb and Lion Conference. Bob offered to help at the book table since Mrs. Carlson was unable to attend. Since that conference, we have attended several Worldview Weekend events and have been blessed by his presentations. We found him to be one of the most humble, genuine Christians that we have ever met. I was so moved by the tears that he shed as he shared stories of the Cuban people. He loved that country and truly desired that the Cuban people come to know the Lord. We will truly miss him. We know that God does not make mistakes. Sometimes it can seem like it. We are happy for Dr. Carlson and the joy that he is now experiencing in the presence of the Lord Jesus. But, we ache for his family and pray that the God of all comfort will fill you with His peace and wrap His arms of comfort around you. What joy awaits us all when we reunite around that glorious throne. May God bless and keep you.
June 21, 2011
Dear Marge and family:
We were shocked to hear of Ron's sudden death. This was the summer we planned to invite you to visit us at our cabin. We talked about it just a week ago. Now I ask myself, "Why did we wait so long?" A lesson learned: don't procrastinate the important occasions in life. We are so sorry we didn't have that summer get together that we have talked about for years. The world has lost a good man! Heaven's gain! Much love and many prayers during these difficult days. Donna and Dick
Larry and Nancy (McCarty) Morser
June 21, 2011
My family and I attended Lakewood First Baptist in the old days when Jimmy, Ron and Julie were growing up. I also worked at Forest Home one year when Ron was there. Watching everyone grow up and launch into ministry was such a authentication of the kind of family that they were. Pastor Carlson was one of the most warm and loving pastors anyone could have. He raised his kids to love and serve our Savior. Being at Forest Home, many times I would hear Ron coming and think that it was Pastor Carlson. He was so much like his Dad in every way. Jimmy is too except in looks. The voice, the mannerisms, the attitudes. What a loss this is to the world and his family but God knows his timing and is not surprised by this. Married now and remembering all of the Carlsons, I'm grateful for the chance that my husband and I had to know them. We're praying for you and looking forward to Heaven even more!
Van Pelt Family
June 21, 2011
Marge, We are so thankful for the time we had with you & Ron in Branson! Our hearts and prayers are with you and the family. Love in our mighty God: Jamie, Kelli, Aidan, & Ashlyn
Harold Sala
June 21, 2011
Ron Carlson was one of the most authentic, committed and loving brothers that I ever worked with. Having heard the clarion call to join the throng in the Lord's presence, Ron's loss has become heaven's gain. I loved and respected him. May God raise up more equally commited to the truth of God's word with the courage he had!
Bill & Karen Schroeder
June 21, 2011
Dear Marge, Jason, Jared & family - our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ron was a wonderful man. Bill and I remember Ron during a few of the presentations we attended and he was a terrific speaker and spread God's word to everyone he touched!
Michael and Lisa Williams
June 21, 2011
Bro Ron was a dear friend to Graceway. Our prayers are with you all at this time.
Denny and Deb Warwick
June 21, 2011
Praying for you Marge, and family. Have been so blessed to know you guys back in Edina Baptist days and to hear Ron teach on so many occasions. Our loss and heaven's gain.
Kent Pedersen
June 21, 2011
A giant of a man who not only defended the Gospel but lived out a life of love. He not only spoke at our church, but initiated relationship and invested in myself and my wife as young pastors over breakfast before leaving town.
Dan Breen
June 21, 2011
Ron spoke at our church. A wonderful Godly man. He has now stepped into eternity with our Lord Jesus Christ.
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