Janet Kathleen “Jan” Carlson (Hansen) of Wells, age 92, died Sunday, April 9, 2023, at The Shepherd’s Inn in Wells, MN where she resided for the past five years. The Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Open Doors United Methodist Church in Wells, MN with Pastor Christopher Leistra officiating. Visitation will be held Monday, April 17, 2023 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m at Nasinec Funeral Home in Wells and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Tuesday (10:00 to 11:00 a.m.). Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery in Wells, MN. Nasinec Funeral Home in Wells is entrusted with arrangements. Please see www.nasinecfh.com to leave online condolences.
Jan was born Aug. 8, 1930, in Albert Lea, the daughter of Hans and Elma (Wangen) Hansen. Jan graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1948. She was united in marriage to Ted Carlson Sept. 10, 1950, at First Lutheran Church in Albert Lea. Jan and Ted owned Carlsons’ Motor Electric where she enjoyed being bookkeeper working alongside Ted for 30 years. She was active in church; teaching Bible School, a Member of United Methodist Women, and several other committees. She was Treasurer for PTA, President of Mrs. Jaycees, President of Wells Chamber of Commerce, Worthy Matron of Eastern Star, League of Women Voters, and Election Judge for 30 plus years for the city of Wells. In early years she enjoyed camping and bowling. She switched to golf later on and belonged to the Wells Golf Club. She loved to read and go to coffee with friends. She was the best at sending cards and letters to family and friends for every occasion; at one time sending 40-50 cards every month.
Jan is survived by three daughters: Nola (Vern) Teras, of Albert Lea, MN, Brenda (Craig) Squires of Owatonna, MN, and Ronda (Steve) Tuveson of Albert Lea, MN; five grandchildren: Lee (Tara) Teras of Cincinnati, OH, Melissa (Jeremy) Hendrickson of Farmington, MN, Mason Squires of Owatonna, MN, Harmon Squires of St. Paul, MN, and Hunter Tuveson (Brianna See-Rockers) of Minneapolis, MN; 5 great-grandchildren: Emma and Jackson Teras; Carter, Makenna, and Braelyn Hendrickson.
She was preceded in death by her husband Ted in 2011, son Brad Lee in 1973, grandson Colton Squires in 2014, and other family members.
Memorials are preferred to: St. Croix Hospice or the Wells Food Shelf.
The Family would like to thank The Shepherd’s Inn for their excellent care for the past five years and St. Croix Hospice.
Our Deepest Sympathies to you all 🙏✝️ Jan was a very beautiful loving caring Lady ❤️
So many happy memories of coffee visits with Jan. One of the first people to welcome us to Wells. Rest in peace
Our sincere sympathy to the entire Carlson family! May your memories bring you comfort & peace!! So glad I stopped last week for a visit! She loved to visit even when she wasn’t feeling well!! John & Sue Vee
Jan was a awesome person. I got to know her at wells drug. She had a heart of gold. She was a true friend. Our sympathies to your family.
Thinking of all of you and remembering all the laughter and good times with Jan and all of you.
My deepest sympathies to all Jan’s family. I enjoyed taking care of her and all the nice visits we had! She was a wonderful person!
So sorry to hear of her passing such a fine lady i oftentimes thought of her as a second Mom!
Brenda & family, Our sympathy to all of you! It was nice to be able to visit her the last time I was in Wells, with you. Fond memories of waiting on her at Security State Bank.
My prayers to ll those who love her especially Brenda and ronda! May she rest in the arms of our Lord and those who have gone before her.
Jan was the most amazing person I have ever met, we became great friends the first time we met. I can still hear her laugh, I’m so sorry for your loss, hugs to all
Sincere Sympathy to Jan’s Family. Sweet Lady with always a friendly smile. One of my Volleyball players back in the day. Love & Hugs 💖
She was a NEAT lady! She & Ted were good friends of my parents. They enjoyed being together. Sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathies to Brenda, Ronda, Nola and your families. Your mom was a wonderful person, always so calm and collected, with a great smile. May your memories bring you comfort at this sad time.
With love and blessings, my sincere sympathy to Ronda, Steve and Hunter. What a wonderful lifetime of beautiful and cherished memories you have to hold deep in your hearts. Ronda, I will never forget how much your mother meant to you and how you cared for her with your love and time. You are in my heart and prayers. Jan is smiling down upon you – look up and smile back. Love you. Kay
Our deepest sympathies to the Carlson family. The memories our parents made and fun times they had always made us laugh when they told their stories. The Goofold’s are together singing, dancing and making strawberry pies.
Dear Nola and Ronda & Family
We send our sincere sympathy in the loss of your
Mom. Hold all your precious
memories close to your heart.
❤️ Brad and Karen Miller
Dear family,
Your mother was a dear sweet woman who became a good friend of my mother at Shepherds Inn. She continued to be a helping hand and a comfort to my mother in her recent battles with dementia. What fun they had teasing each other and others. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. You were truly blessed with a remarkable woman!
Living in Arizona, we only got to spend time with Jan in annual visits back to Wells. We gave her the nickname of “Florence” for all the help she gave our family in our time of need. We loved her dearly and continued to exchange greeting cards for years after we left. We had some great laughs over old times last July when we were there. Our sympathy goes out to all of her family. She left a legacy of fond memories with everyone who came in contact with her. Such a great lady!
Like so many others, we have wonderful memories of Jan, and all of the Carlson family. We were friends growing up and our families were close during those years. We will never forget those times together, and our love goes out to all the family.
Randy and Sue Bratrud
We have such good memories of Jan and all the Carlson family. We were all friends growing up and we will always remember the good times together. Our love to all the Carlson family.
Randy and Sue Bratrud
My sincerest condolences to the family of Jan. She was the sweetest lady. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
And God opened wide His arms and said “Welcome home , my good and faithful servant”. She is at peace and we shall miss her. She has always been a dear friend. ~ JoEtta & Wanda
As a young kid sent to get car parts for my Dad(Dave) , Jan was the best parts lady in the world!
A true gem of a woman. The Rucker family has many fond memories of both Ted and Jan, our heartfelt condolences to you. What a wonderful reunion in heaven, she will be missed by so many, but welcomed by angels all around her.