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Fred Carstensen

July 19, 1930 - August 1, 2008
Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home-Big Spring
Monday 8/4, 10:00 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Sunday 8/3, 1:51 am

Fred Carstensen, Jr., 78, of Big Spring, died on Friday, August 1, 2008, in a local nursing home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, August 4, 2008 at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel, Big Spring, with Rev. John Bill Hedrick, pastor of Graham Chapel in Post, officiating. Interment will follow at Westbrook Cemetery, Westbrook.The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday at the funeral home.He was born on July 19, 1930, in the Brown Community in Howard County, Texas and married Wanda Jackson on July 2, 1960 in Big Spring, Texas. She preceded him in death on May 15, 1996.Fred was a lifelong resident of this area. He started working for the Flower Grove ISD in 1973 and retired as custodian at Klondike ISD in 1992 after 21 years. He served in the United States Marine Corps for 13 1/2 years and attained the rank of corporal.Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Ricky and Kristi Carstensen of Lockney; his daughter, Kelli Carstensen of Big Spring; two granddaughters, Sarah Carstensen and Karis Carstensen both of Lockney; four sisters, Ruby McCarty of Sanger, Nellie Van Den Biggelaar and Myrtle Sparks all of Sanger and Lucille Farrington of Big Spring; three brothers, Tommy Carstensen of Garden City, Pat Carstensen of Knott and Arthur Carstensen of Odessa; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends.He was also preceded in death by his parents, Fred, Sr. and Naoma Carstensen; and two brothers, Andy and C. J. Carstensen. The family suggests memorials be made to Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home, 1809 N. Highway 87, Big Spring, Texas 79720.Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,

Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home-Big Spring
Monday 8/4, 10:00 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Sunday 8/3, 1:51 am

Fred Carstensen, Jr., 78, of Big Spring, died on Friday, August 1, 2008, in a local nursing home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, August 4, 2008 at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel, Big Spring, with Rev. John Bill Hedrick, pastor of Graham Chapel in Post, officiating. Interment will follow atContinue Reading

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LOREN BRADSHAW left a message on November 30, -0001:
YOU GUYS ARE IN MY PRAYERS
Brenda Mohammed left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelli i deeply sorry for your loss . MY MOST DEEP CONDOLENCE GO OUT TO YOU AND FAMILY
Danny & Michelle Peugh left a message on November 30, -0001:
Michelle and I would like to send our condonleces to your family. Freddy was always easy going and friendly. He will be truly missed. Our prayers are with your family. In God's Love, Danny & Michelle.
Andy Martin left a message on November 30, -0001:
I am sorry for the families loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Melissa Lyttle left a message on November 30, -0001:
The short time we spent a few summers ago getting to know Uncle Freddie were very special. God Bless you Kelli for all of the compassion and love you showed him. People with your heart are like rare gems. I love you!!!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dennis and Cathy Mayes Griffin left a message on November 30, -0001:
You never ran out of hugs or smiles. You left a wonderful footprint in each of our hearts. We will remember you with a smile and we will miss you! Love to you Ricky and Kelli!!
Don and Rose Boren left a message on November 30, -0001:
Ricky, Kristi, Kelli and family, We are sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May God bless you at this time. You are all in our prayers.
Mary Lou and Jerry R. Lane left a message on November 30, -0001:
Mary Lou and I want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Edna Ames left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelli, Ricky and Carstensen Family: I extend my most sincere sympathy to all in the loss of your father. He now joins Wanda to make complete their union, May God Bless all of you! Edna Ames
Larry & Patricia Holder left a message on November 30, -0001:
May God bless and keep you during this time. We are sorry to hear about your Dad and Grandpa. You are in our prayers and thoughts always.
Layne & Jodi Mims left a message on November 30, -0001:
We are sorry to hear about Freddie, but you will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Billy, Donnie and Carly left a message on November 30, -0001:
We are sorry to hear about your Dad and Grandpa. Your all in our thoughts and prayers.
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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