"Back in the late nineties, Mr. Carlson allowed his son to bring my son into his home on many weekends and holidays while he was attending MMA with Aaron for 3 years in the mid nineties. This meant that instead of my son spending the weekends alone in the MMA barracks or getting into trouble elsewhere he was subject to outstanding adult influence and guidance from Mr. Carlson while having some fun on their farms doing young men things with Aaron. I also think that that time spent at the Carlson's in those years contributed to Aaron and Joe attending Texas A & M together, being in The Corp together and graduating together. Aaron and Joe still talk frequently after 25 years and no doubt the bond they created at Mr. Carlson's place has something to do with that. So, I will forever be grateful to him for that and I'm glad I visited with him just a couple months ago. Thank you Mr. Carlson. ??..Joe Thompson, Spicewood, Texas"
In loving memory of
James B Carlson
June 25, 1946 - July 3, 2019
James Carlson from La Villa paid off his farm some years ago and bought another on July 3, 2019.
Jimmy was born on June 25, 1946, to loving parents Byron & Kathryne Carlson.
After graduating from Edcouch- Elsa High School, he enrolled briefly at Texas A&I in Kingsville and shortly thereafter went to Texas A&M majoring in Entomology and graduated in 1968.
He was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Navy and graduated from flight school becoming an aviator. Post Navy service Jimmy returned to La Villa where he farmed for many years.
He is preceded in passing by his parents.
He is survived by his sisters Janet Carlson of San Antonio, TX and Ellen (Dennis) Huber of Seguin, TX ; by his sons Jason and Aaron; his grandson Tripp Carlson and cousin Ron Williams of Leaky, TX, Carla Frisk and her husband Jeff of Santa Barbara, CA, and Rodney Frisk and his wife Bonnie of Oklahoma.
Jimmy is now at peace stompin' cotton amongst the clouds.
Contributions can be made to any charity of your choice or the Aurora House, 2646 W 18th St., Weslaco, TX, 78596.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 20th, 2019, 10 am at McCaleb Funeral Home in Weslaco. Interment of cremated remains will follow at Sacred Park Cemetery in Mercedes, TX.
Services have been entrusted to McCaleb Funeral Home of Weslaco, TX.
Tributes
"I missed Jimmy at the last class reunion. He was always there with his smile and a hug. Condolences to his family."
"I was deeply saddened to learn of Jim's passing. My sympathy goes out to his family, Janet, Elllen, and his sons and grandchildren. We were friends from 1st grade on. After graduating from EE High we went to A&I, but lost touch after military service. We occasionally hunted doves in the fall. Lots of good memories. We spoke infrequently by phone, but always remained friends. We greeted one another with "Como esta, amigo" So now I'll sign off with "Adios amigo. Vaya con dios". "
"From Luna Family: My condolences to the Carlson Family. Mr Carlson was a genuine and very giving soul to this community and it?s youth. I know because I was one of them. Thanks to him I will follow his lead in helping others so that they, too, can help this community. Grateful to have known you Mr Carlson. My prayers are with you. ?? #GigEm"
"God speed Jimmy. Wishing you fair winds and following seas to your new life."
"My sincerest condolences go to the Carlson family. James was a dear friend from high school and we had many fun times together. He will be dearly missed.
Linda Stafford Snyder
Goliad, TX"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Jimmy and I met in Jr. High and have known each other for a long time. Rest in peace dear friend Wayne and Kathy Adams Edinburg "
"On behalf of the Rivera and Munoz Family our deepest condolences to the family.
Rosa Rivera - La Villa Tx"
"Our most deepest condolences to the Carlson family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.... ?"
"I am so sorry to learn of Jimmy's passing. He was a great friend of many years. We shared many high school adventures which are fondly remembered. He will be missed. Steve Bentsen"
"Our deepest condolences to Jimmy?s family. He was a great friend through out high school, college and up to his passing. I have lots of fond memories of him. We had many, many fun times together. He was a very thoughtful and generous man. He will be missed. RIP Jimmy. King & Georgeann Moss. "
"So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing! Even when he wasn't feeling 100%, he did his best to face the day! Aaron, Jason, Tripp, Janet, Ellen and remaining family members, may the memories of times shared be a source of comfort to all of you! Jommy, you will be missed and fondly remembered, rest in peace! Amy & Mike Marroquin "