![](/1370/Oak-Val-Lake.jpg)
![](/1370/Oak-Val-Lake.jpg)
![Robert Carlson](/tribute-images/3801/Ultra/Robert-Carlson.jpg)
![Robert Carlson](/tribute-images/3802/Ultra/Robert-Carlson.jpg)
![Robert Carlson](/tribute-images/3803/Ultra/Robert-Carlson.jpg)
![Robert Carlson](/tribute-images/3804/Ultra/Robert-Carlson.jpg)
Obituary of Robert H. Carlson
Please share a memory of Robert to include in a keepsake book for family and friends.
It is with very heavy hearts we mourn the passing of our cherished Dad and
husband Robert Harry "Bob" Carlson. Born on February 4, 1941 in Passaic, NJ, he
left this world on July 10, 2024 with his family beside him. The eternal jokester got
smiles and laughs from everyone who crossed his path including the nurses who
assisted him. Bob was a proud Vietnam Veteran who served his country with honor.
He graduated from Clifton High School and worked for State Farm Insurance Co. in
the regional office in Wayne, NJ for more than three decades. He held various
positions working swing shifts in data processing and supervisory positions in
administrative services until his retirement in 1996. Following his time at State
Farm, and some time spent in real estate, he went on to develop the online sales
program at Sussex Honda.
Bob moved to Vernon in Sussex County, New Jersey in 1971 where he raised his
family. He was very involved with the lake association and played on the Cliffwood
Lake men's softball team and volunteered with the swim team. He enjoyed card
games, horseshoe pitches, and made many lifelong friendships with the neighbors in
Cliffwood Lake. In 1995, Bob and his wife Kathie relocated to Lakeville,
Pennsylvania to be close to Lake Wallenpaupack where he could be found boating
and floating in the summer. He was also involved in the Cove Point community in
Lakeville, serving as president of the association for some years.
Bob worked hard and played hard and enjoyed traveling with his family
domestically and internationally to England, France, and his parents' native Sweden.
He and his wife enjoyed many road trips since retirement with wonderful stops on
yearly trips to and from Florida and to many beautiful locations throughout the
country. They also enjoyed attending many different Florida spring training
baseball games along with visiting friends and spending time at state parks and
beaches. An avid sports fan, he introduced his family to ice hockey, and they
continue to enjoy watching and going to NJ Devils games together. Bob also cheered
on the Big Blue NY Giants, NY Jets and the NY Mets. From coaching to being the
biggest fan, he was always a fixture at soccer games, baseball and softball games, ski
races, swim meets, and dance recitals to cheer his kids on in their many endeavors.
A man so full of life will be incredibly missed by his family. He and his wife Kathleen
(Latham) celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in January 2024. He leaves
behind his children Susan Jensen (Dean), Steven (Amy Franek) and Gary (Sara
DeVore). He was predeceased by his parents Harry and Selma Maria Carlson and his
sister Sonia DeMol.
Although he did not suffer from cancer, it touched his family as it touches so many
other families. Donations in his memory can be made to Stand Up 2 Cancer.
https://standuptocancer.org/
![](http://s3.amazonaws.com/skins.funeraltechweb.com/tribute-store/memorial-tree.jpg)
A Memorial Tree was planted for Robert
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Teeters Funeral Chapel
Online Memory & Photo Sharing Event
Ongoing
Online Event
About this Event
![Robert Carlson](/tribute-images/3801/Ultra/Robert-Carlson.jpg)
In Loving Memory
Robert Carlson
1941 - 2024
Look inside to read what others have shared
Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in this book.
![](/1368/Full/footer-mtn-cropped.png)
About Us
Established in 1849
Our family - serving Wayne and Pike Counties for more than 165 years!
Our Location
505 Church Street
Hawley, PA 18428
Phone: (570) 226-3112
Fax: (570) 226-3371