Terry Lee Carlson, 57, of Big Rapids, tragically lost his life in an accident in Denison, Texas on Monday, December 13, 2021.

He was born February 15, 1964, in Big Rapids, the youngest of four children born to Carl E. and Evelyn M. (Langworthy) Carlson. Terry attended Pineview School and Big Rapids High School.

After trying carpentry work for several years, he returned to the farm to become partners with his dad and brother Carl Jr. Outside of working on the family farm, Terry loved the outdoors. He enjoyed hobbies such as, hunting, fishing, and snowmobiling. Recently, in the past few years, Terry enjoyed attending church.

He is survived by his son Trevor Carlson; his daughter Erin Carlson; the mother of his children Karla (Nixon) Carlson; brother Carl Jr (Phillis) Carlson; sisters, Linda Aldrich (Larry) and Carmen Bechaz; nephews and nieces, Johnny Aldrich (Tonia), Jim Aldrich, Julie (Jesse) Waldron, and Tim Bechaz; uncles, Melvin and Norman Langworthy; aunts, Barbara and Donna Langworthy; and many great nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at the Big Rapids Aerie Eagles #2535, 18361 16 Mile Rd. Terry’s family will greet friends beginning at 10:30 a.m., with a luncheon to follow after the service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made for Terry’s family. Care and arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids.  Share a memory or express condolences at www.mohnkefuneralhome.com.