Evans Funeral Home
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Carrington and New Rockford, North Dakota
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Sven Wilgoth Carlson Jr.
Sven Wilgoth Carlson Jr., age 83, of Devils Lake, ND, formerly of Sheyenne, ND, died Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at his home in Devils Lake.
Sven Wilgoth Carlson Jr. was born on September 29, 1941 to Sven Wilgoth Carlson Sr. and Jennie (Anderson) Carlson in Devils Lake, ND. He was baptized and confirmed into Grace Lutheran Church in Sheyenne. He attended grades 1-8 at Lone Tree #2, and graduated from Benson County Agricultural Training School in 1959. Wilgoth was active in FFA, and he received the American Farmer Degree from the Maddock Chapter, an honor given to only 1 for every 1000 members. He was very involved in shop class and rebuilt a Model A to drive to school.
On June 24, 1983, Wilgoth was united in marriage to Gail Landgren at Sheyenne. Wilgoth made sure he ended up marrying a veterinarian who loved farming. Wilgoth and Gail had two sons, Sven and Jon. They farmed and ranched, and enjoyed living in such beautiful country.
Wilgoth had been a member of the township board, Grace Lutheran Church council, and was instrumental in the formation of the Riverside Cemetery Association.
Wilgoth was a dedicated farmer that believed everything should be done to the max. He was known by the family with the phrase “It ain’t full until it runs over”, referring to each load of grain.
He is survived by his wife, Gail Carlson of Devils Lake, ND; sons, Sven (Andrea) Carlson of Sheyenne, ND, and Jon (Dorothy) Carlson of Lemmon, SD; his sisters, Eunice (Newton) Dick of Lorena, TX, and Judith Sorenson of Queen Creek, AZ; brother, Mauritz Carlson of Sheyenne, ND; six grandchildren; eight nephews; four nieces.
Wilgoth was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, one infant brother, two brothers-in-law, one sister-in-law, one grandson, and two nephews.
Friends who will not be able to attend Wilgoth’s funeral may sign the book and drop cards at Evans Funeral Home in New Rockford on Monday from 9am-11am.
Wilgoth’s Visitation will be Monday, February 10, 2025 from 12:00PM-2:00PM followed by a Funeral Service at 2:00PM at Trinity Free Lutheran Church in Minnewaukan, ND.
His Burial will be at the Riverside Cemetery, Sheyenne, ND.
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Gail and family: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Wilgoth. I know it has been so difficult these past years. May God comfort you and grant you peace that passes understanding. We are keeping you in our prayers.
Gail and family, I am sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family during this difficult time.
Gail and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We pray the Lord’s comfort will surround you today and in the days ahead.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers goes out to the family. Wilgoth was a very dedicated customer when I managed the elevator at Sheyenne, always had great conversations and a lot of laughter. Will be missed dearly.🙏🙏🙏🙏
Gail, Sven, John and family:
We’re very sorry to hear about Wilgoth’s recent death. We know this must be a very sad time for you all. We’ve been friends with you all for years and hope that you will feel the touch of and peace from our Heavenly Father. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Your friends,
Beth Zetter and Virgil Hockett
Cornelius, OR