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HANCOCK -- Eric "Igor" Carlson of Hancock, Michigan, passed away on August 23, 2023, at his home in Hancock.
Eric was born on May 3, 1966, in Laurium, Michigan, to Davis and Francis Carlson.
He graduated from Calumet High School in Calumet, Michigan, in 1985. Eric worked as a certified nurse's aide for most of his life, helping his patients was one of his greatest joys.
Eric loved being outdoors, fishing and swimming. He also loved playing pool. He was at times quite a comedian. He was also a Packers fan but also loved basketball.
Eric is preceded in death by his parents, Davis and Francis Carlson, and his aunts and uncles.
He is survived by his daughter Ava Jean Carlson, son Liam Charles Davis Carlson, sister Debra McCulla (Charlie Peterson), mother of his children Sara Antila and Andrew Yettaw, who took good care of him. He is also survived by many cousins, Aunt Barbra Kausie of Calumet, special friends Krista Carlson and son Randy Thyrion whom Eric was always proud of, and John and Donna Watson of Hancock, in addition to many other friends and pool buddies.
A graveside service for Eric Carlson will be held at Lakeview Cemetery in Calumet, Michigan, at 1 p.m. Friday, September 22, 2023. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at Bucky's (Calumet Township Park) from 1 to 5 p.m.
Erickson-Crowley-Peterson Funeral Home will be assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences for the family can be left at www.ericksoncrowleypeterson.com.