James D. Carson
February 25, 1933 ~ October 31, 2021
James D. Carson passed away October 31, 2021; beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, with beloved friends.
Jim was born February 25, 1933 to Lowell H. Carson and Gertrude (Flesher), in Fort Scott, Kansas. He married Betty McKey on May 21, 1955.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his son, Nicholas James; brothers, Kenneth, John and Paul; sisters, Maureen White, Leta Query and Juanita Phillips.
He is survived by his wife, Betty of 66 years; son, Christopher (Carrie) and daughter, Jennifer (Stuart) Douglas; grandchildren, Sheena (Dan) Gehring, Erika (Josh) Kiefer and Katherine Douglas; great-grandchildren, Shiloh, Evelynn and Hannah Gehring; Garrett, Emmett and Beckett Kiefer; many nieces and nephews.
Jim served in the Army in Korea. He was a well-known barber and hairstylist in Wichita for 61 years and an avid WSU Shocker fan.
Jim requested a private family service.
A memorial has been established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.
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Uncle Jim was a special person in my life. I’m so glad to have him and his family in my life. Ellen (Query) Dean
Rest James, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God. Thank you for your service to this nation. U.S. Army, Korean War.
I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. If there is a Mayor of Barberville, Jim was it. Besides getting a haircut, you could always walk away with a story that was worth sharing to others. I think as my hair disappeared as time went on, it still took longer to get a cut. Jim was a true professional and better man, RIP. Go Shockers
Just found out that Jim had passed. He was a very good friend of mine. I am a hairstylist and we both were doing hair about the same length of time. He was very good at what he did. I always thought he was the best barber in town. I am sure all his clients will miss him. My deepest sympathy and prayers to his wife and family. Raoul Del Castillo