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James Carlson
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 The Honorable Judge James
Lynn "Jim" Carlson
1944 - 2018
The Honorable Judge James "Jim" Lynn Carlson, OFS, 74, Whitewater passed away peacefully on March 14, 2018 surrounded by loving friends and family at Glenwood at Mulberry Campus, Whitewater, Wis
Jim was born on January 24, 1944, in Kenosha,Wis. to the Hon. Harry V. Sr. and Corinne (Schmitt) Carlson. He graduated from Kenosha Bradford High School in 1962, from UW-Madison with his undergraduate degree in 1966, and his law degree in 1970. Following law school, Jim began his career as an attorney at the Clark Dempsey Law Firm in Whitewater, also serving at that time as the Assistant City Attorney for Whitewater. In 1976, Jim was elected District Attorney for Walworth County. During his tenure as District Attorney, Jim focused on building the capabilities of the office to better serve the interests of Walworth County. In 1978, Governor Lee Dreyfus appointed Jim to fill a judicial vacancy for Walworth County. Following his appointment, he was regularly elected to the court until his retirement on July 31, 2016. In 2013, the Walworth County Bar Association recognized Judge Carlson's long and dedicated professional service to the community by awarding him a Lifetime Achievement Award. By the time of his retirement in 2016, Judge Carlson had become the longest serving judge in Walworth County history.
Jim was a faithful, active member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Whitewater. He was passionate about his faith. He was a 4th order Knights of Columbus and a 3rd order Franciscan, and invested much time and effort in advancing the missions of both organizations, and acquired many close friends. Jim traveled on missionary trips to Haiti and the Dominican Republic to provide assistance to needy people. He was also very involved in numerous community and charitable organizations and served in leadership positions, as well as foot soldier activities such as parking cars and selling food at the Walworth County Fair. He was widely known for his compassion and generosity and readily accepted invitations to serve the community.
Jim was a loving and devoted brother, uncle and Godfather. He made time for everyone and was a great listener. He lived a full life of service in his professional, community and religious involvements, yet always made time to show up for family dinners, holiday and birthday celebrations or to watch his nephew and niece's sporting and school activities. He had a passion for travel, skiing, golf and playing board and card games which he never liked to lose. He loved the Badgers (long time football and basketball season ticket holder) and Packers. He always showed a smile, maintained a calm demeanor (excluding after Packer and Badger losses), and through all his accomplishments and recognitions, remained an unaffected, humble man.
He is survived by his brother Harry (Karen) Carlson, Genesee Depot, Wis.; nephew Matthew (Clare) Carlson, Cambridge, Wis. niece Esther (Robert) Sumner, Kenmore, Wash.; grandnieces and grandnephews Grace, Thomas Carlson and Ella, Ian Sumner. He is preceded in death by his parents.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the care provided by the UW Carbone Center, the Mulberry and Glenwood Community staff and Rainbow Hospice, as well as to the St. Patrick's Church faith community and Jim's brother Knights and friends for their loving vigil.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1225 W. Main St., Whitewater, WI 53190.
A visitation will be held on Monday, March 19, 2018 from 4 p.m.-7:pm at St. Patrick Catholic Church and on Tuesday, March 20, 2018, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at the Green Ridge Cemetery, Kenosha, Wis. Rest in peace fellow classmate. |
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Rose Marie Pellegrino (Delano)
It was so nice to see Jimmy ans give him one last hug at our 55th reunion. We have all been so fortunate to have developed friendships in high school that have lasted life-long.
Carrie Jewell
JIM was always smiling and pleasant he will be missed by so many classmates friends and family
Suzanne Olson (Knight)
We double dated
We double dated. Moire than once!!! Miss yiou JIm... I was always hoping we could double date some more!!! Jim, Paula Munson, Sue Olson and Terry Principe
Beverly Neumann (Zaleski)
Jim and I enjoyed the judge very much....be it a barbecue at our Lake Geneva home or a class reunion. He was a savy, considerate person. Bev & Jim Zaleski
Linda Hanson (Wellman)
I always looked for Jim at our reunions and he always greeted me with a hug. I was so sad to see how thin he had become, at our last reunion, but I really thought he'd get better. He was a sweetheart and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Terrence Principe
Sorry to here of Jim's passing. I saw Sue,s post of are double date. Lots of great memories, may god bless.
Margaret Wyss (Pratt)
I will surely miss my friend and buddy since kindergarden.
This is our class picture taken at his parents farm in Pleasant Prairre.
Jim is front and center with his mouth opem ;)
Can you find; Don Hansen , Ron Marsich, Marion Querns, Jim Lemke, Dan Wade, Alan Zoellnor, Bill Schmelling, Carla Wells, Betty Becker and me? .............. anybody recogize anyone else? I would like to hear from you if you do.
Peace to us all !!!
Margaret Wyss (Pratt)
Ron
OK ...... so I filled in the nams that Jim had on the photo
Ron M - you were right about where you are
Earl wanted to know if there were 2 classes. Anybody know?
Anybody find someone else?
Allen (Skip) Eppers
So sorry to hear about Jim's passing. Always enjoyed playing golf at our class reunions. A great guy! RIP Jim
Carrol Lynn Zander (Bartkus)
Reunion, may peace be with you Jim! Lynn Zander Bartkus