He loved playing softball and was manager of many city teams. He was instrumental in getting the Senior Center built where he enjoyed countless hours of playing pool and cards with his friends. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 66 years, Ruby and their children: Diane Rovang (husband Bob) of Prior Lake MN; Pat Formanek (husband Doug) of Forest City; Pam Hertel of Janesville, WI; and daughter-in-law Jan Rauk (Brian) of Forest City. Carlton enjoyed his eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Carlton was preceded in death by his son, Brian who passed away on July 11, 2005, parents Carl and Julia, Brother Allen and sister Avis.