Daniel Carlson

Resided in Gladstone, MI
Died December 9, 2023

Gladstone, MI

Daniel Carlson, age 51, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 9, 2023, at UW Health University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Dan was born on March 12,1972, in Escanaba, the son of Lee and Linda Carlson. He was raised in Cornell and was a 1990 graduate of Escanaba High School. Dan learned automotive repair and mechanic work at a young age. In his younger years he worked with his Dad repairing and painting cars at home in their family garage. Dan went on to become a Certified Auto body Technician and Auto Repair Mechanic. He eventually opened Carlson Collision in Gladstone where he repaired vehicles for many years. Dan was awarded recognition for his automotive painting talent at a General Motors car show. An achievement he was very proud of. Over the years he enjoyed hunting small game and whitetail deer, riding his Harley, cheering for the Detroit Lions and spending time with family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Lee and Linda, Dan is survived by:

Brothers: Kevin (Tannia) Carlson

Keith (Lori) Carlson

Niece and Nephews: Frank, Katherine and Max Carlson

Dan was preceded in death by:

Maternal Grandparents: Frank and Ellen Carlson

Paternal Grandparents: Clarence and Mildred Carlson

Family will receive friends on Saturday, from 2:00PM to 5:00PM, at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Funeral services will follow visiting hours, at 5:00PM, at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone, with Pastor Terri Branstrom of Memorial United Methodist Church officiating. Dan will be laid to rest in the Gardens of Rest Cemetery in Wells.

25 Tributes for “Daniel Carlson”

    Thoughts and prayers to Dan’s family. Dan was a great guy and excellent collision repair guy too. May he rest in peace
    Gary and Kathy Maynard
    Gladstone

    Dan was a great man , we had many great times riding in a group on the Harleys . Dan will be missed by many , We will be praying for all his friends & family . R.I.P Dan.

    Lee and Linda Carlson family,
    So sorry for the loss of your son Danny.
    May he rip. Thinking of your family, Hugs and prayers to all. God Bless
    Michelle Lynch.

    Lee and Linda, I’m so sorry for the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.

    Going to miss our talks we had at my workplace, we all have are demons and I was fortunate,I thought of you often hoping all will come together for ya,so hard at times I know! you tried but you are in a better place now, rest my friend,cousin, you will be missed dearly

    To the entire Carlson family, I am very sorry to about Dan’s passing. He was a great guy and loyal customer. I remember him coming to my store to buy supplies to help Lee work on cars for years and then in his own shop in Gladstone. May God comfort everyone that knew him during this difficult time.
    Brent Robertson (A-1 Auto Paint)

    Lee and Linda, please know that you and your family are in our prayers. I pray for you to remain strong during this sad time.

    Lee n Linda , I’ so sorry to hear about Dan. He did alot of work for me and I would always go down and shoot the breeze with him. He wa a great guy .

    We are so sorry to have heard about Dan. Yous are in our thoughts and prayers. At least we have our memories. God bless. Bill and Leslie Mattson

    Lee and Linda: I’m so very sorry to hear about your son’s passing. You have my deepest sympathy. God Bless you in your time of need.

    Lee and Linda,

    Nothing we say can ease the pain of losing a Son. May our thoughts and prayers acknowledge that we share your loss. Gay and Keith Fraundorf

    Lee and Linda we are so very to hear of the loss of your son Daniel. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. With our deepest and heartfelt sympathy, Jay and Karen (Denoo) Belcher

    Dear Friends,
    Blessings and warm hugs with our sincere sympathy. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless and comfort you. Jim and Melissa Jones

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