John Calvin Carson

John Calvin Carson, age 78, of Noblesville, IN, died Sunday May 30, 2010 at St. Joseph South Hospital at Tampa, Florida. He was born February 15, 1932 to Leland and Mae (Brooks) Carson.

He was a graduate of Jackson Central High School Class of 1950. He then served his country in the US Air Force during the Korean War. During most of his service he was stationed in Greenland as an MP.

John was an owner/partner in the Carson Insurance Agency, a family business for over ninety years in Hamilton County. He retired in the late 1990's to enjoy traveling and his hobbies. He was a pilot in the 1960's and 1970's owning his own 182 Cessna. He was an avid bowler and a member of the Silver Stars at Noblesville serving as their secretary and treasurer. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and rode with his Goldwing group regularly. He had traveled in 49 of the 50 states on it. He also enjoyed woodworking in his shop.

He was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church near Noblesville.

Surviving him are two children: Vera A. Carson of Charlottle, NC and John Ivan Carson of Clermont, FL, and a step-son: Troy Frazer of Noblesville, IN. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister: Ruth Proctor.

Funeral services will be held Friday, June 4, 2010 at 10:30 A.M. at Hartley Funeral Homes Cicero Chapel. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association, Greater Indianapolis Chapter, 50 East 91st St., Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240 Visitation
June 03, 2010
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Hartley Funeral Home Cicero Chapel 209 W. Jackson St
Cicero, IN
Funeral Service
June 04, 2010
10:30 AM
Hartley Funeral Home Cicero Chapel 209 W. Jackson St
Cicero, IN