Paul August Carlson, 90, of Whitehall, passed away October 13, 2020. He was born July 8, 1930, in Muskegon, the son of John August and Ruth Elizabeth (Bylund) Carlson.

A proud veteran, Paul served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict, and was a member of the Whitehall American Legion Algot Johnson Post #69. Paul enjoyed woodworking, hunting, and fishing. He was a former union pattern maker, former White River Township building inspector, and was well known at all the local restaurants.

Paul is survived by: his children, Randy (Nancy) Carlson, Roger (Sally) Carlson, and Ron (Darlene) Carlson; son-in-law, Grant (Jackie Current) Hendrixon; 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

On April 3, 1954, Paul married Helen Loretta Olger, and she preceded him in death on September 14, 2011. Paul was also preceded in death by: his parents; and daughter, Rhonda Hendrixon.

Funeral services will be conducted privately.

Memorial contributions may be made to the White Lake Senior Center, 8741 Ferry Street, Montague, MI 49437.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com