William Barry Carson

Bill died peacefully at home surrounded by family after a courageous fight against cancer.

He was born on August 29, 1952 in Chicago. He loved Wisconsin and made it his home for the last 12 years. Bill was an avid gardener and excellent cook with many interests including history and art. He loved music and played many instruments, his favorite being the guitar. Bill made friends wherever he was.

Bill had a long career in auto parts starting at age 16 at Lakeshore Auto, then Checker and CARQUEST Auto Parts. He was hard working and loved his work.

Bill is proceeded in death by his sister, Elizabeth Valle (nee) Carson, Bill is survived by one brother, James Geary, and two sisters, Charlene Koreen (nee)Geary and Sandy Geary, His son(Michael Mattson, and daughters Jennifer Voss, Teresa Eyman,Many Grandkids, Many Nieces and Nephews, Bill's partner for many years was Judy Caron and second family Karl and Wendy Bdzusek, Jonathan and Christine Holden and Kristen and Trich Doernbach.

Bill was an avid gardener and excellent cook with many interests including history, music, and art. He played many instruments, his favorite being the guitar. He loved playing songs and sharing a tune with family and friends. He was very personable and easily made friends wherever he was.

Bill had a long career in auto parts starting at age 16 at Lakeshore Auto, then Checker and CARQUEST Auto Parts. He was hard working and loved his job and the people he worked with.

Bill loved his grandchildren and played games with them. He was a big kid at heart. The kids always enjoyed Bill's company and looked forward to time with him.

Bill was a generous and kindhearted person. He would give of himself in a heartbeat if a friend needed help. When family was in need, he was quick to offer his services.

Bill filled our lives with love, joy and happiness each and every day. We love you and miss you. God has taken you home to live with him but you will live forever in our hearts and never be forgotten.