Lois J. Carlson

CORTLAND - Lois J. Carlson, 83, passed away on October 20, 2026 with her husband by her side.

Lois was born March 15, 1943 in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of Gertrude Rosswog Mooney and Daniel J. Mooney.

She was a 1961 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and attended Youngstown State University, where she met her future husband, Paul Carlson. They were married on August 20, 1966 and enjoyed 60 years of marriage and wintering in Fort Myers, Florida.

Lois leaves behind two children, Kristen Ann (Gregg) Matthus and Kevin Christopher "KC" Carlson; grandchildren, Chad (Haley) Matthus, Aaron Matthus (fiance McKenna), Micah Carlson, and Marley Carlson; and a great-grandson, Grady Matthus.

She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Kelly Jo Carlson.

She found much joy spending time with her grandchildren and watching them participate in their many activities. She also enjoyed the time spent in Florida with her step-father, Raymond E. Schwab, affectionately known by her grandchildren as "Pop-Pop the Great".

Lois was employed by Trumbull Memorial Hospital and Adgate and Sons Florist along with being a stay at home taxi-driving mom.

Lois was of the Catholic faith and a parishioner of St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, please direct all donations to the Fairhaven School Special Olympics 420 Lincoln Way, Niles, OH 44446 In memory of Kelly Carlson, a longtime Special Olympics volunteer.

Family and friends may call Monday, October 26, 2026 From 10 AM to 12 PM at the Peter Rozi and son Memorial Chapel, 1884 North Rd., Warren, OH 44483. A funeral service will follow at 12 PM.

Visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to send condolences to the family.